How Does Pennsylvania Handle the Division of Debt in Divorce?
Divorce transforms every aspect of your financial life, and one of the most pressing concerns is how your debts will be divided. Many people assume Pennsylvania courts split everything 50/50, but the reality is far more complex and depends on when debts were incurred, their purpose, and numerous other factors the court considers. The divorce […]
Read MoreCan Your Record Be Sealed Instead of Expunged in Pennsylvania? A Complete Guide
A criminal record can follow you for years, affecting employment opportunities, housing applications, professional licenses, and your reputation in the community. While many people have heard of expungement, Pennsylvania also offers record sealing through a process called limited access, which provides similar benefits for certain offenses that do not qualify for full expungement. The criminal […]
Read MoreNursing Home Staffing Requirements in Pennsylvania: When Understaffing Leads to Negligence
Adequate staffing in nursing homes can mean the difference between proper care and dangerous neglect, yet many facilities in Pennsylvania operate chronically understaffed. When residents do not receive the attention and assistance they need due to insufficient staff, preventable injuries and suffering often follow. The nursing home abuse lawyers at Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford […]
Read MoreWhat Is a Preliminary Hearing in Pennsylvania? What It Means When Charges Are Held for Court
A preliminary hearing in Pennsylvania is a court proceeding held before a magisterial district judge where the prosecution must establish a prima facie case — enough evidence to show that a crime was likely committed and the defendant likely committed it. The burden of proof is lower than at trial: the Commonwealth does not need […]
Read MoreHow Does Pennsylvania’s Clean Slate Law Affect My Old Criminal Record?
Pennsylvania’s Clean Slate Law represents one of the most significant criminal justice reforms in recent years, automatically sealing millions of old criminal records without requiring individuals to file petitions or hire attorneys. If you have old convictions or arrests on your record, this law may have already sealed them or will do so soon, opening […]
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