Many people in Pennsylvania worry about the safety of teen drivers on the road. However, many of these concerns may focus on reckless behavior like texting while driving or other electronic distractions. However, even seemingly responsible behaviors can still...
An overview of the probate process
If a loved one has recently passed, you may have been named as a beneficiary to his or her estate. However, you may not get any of your inheritance until after the probate process has been concluded. A probate case allows a judge to verify that a person's will is...
Report criticizes NHTSA for outdated car safety rating system
In the 1990s, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration initiated a 5-star rating system for car safety. These ratings are based on a series of crash tests and thus give buyers a good idea of how a vehicle might hold up in a crash. Pennsylvania residents...
News Release
For Immediate Release: In recognition of National Crime Victims Rights Week, Mary Kilgus spoke at the Lycoming County Democratic Committee meeting on April 21. She stressed the need in our county for Victim Witness Coordinators who have the appropriate education,...
Caring for disabled family members
Taking care of a disabled family member causes worry for parents and family. Many families with disabled children worry endlessly about who will take care of their loved one when they are gone. In Pennsylvania, a Special Needs Trust allows an individual with...
Breach of fiduciary duty
A fiduciary of the estate of a decedent is defined as a person who owes to another the duties of good faith, trust, confidence, and candor. This person must exercise a high standard of care in managing another person’s money and/or property. In Estate matters, a...
Injured in an auto accident?
One minute you’re driving in your car or truck, the next minute your life is changed forever. You miss work, spend time in the hospital, are in pain. You may have to take extended time off work and not be able to do the things you are used to doing because of your...