People have come to us saying that they have completed ARD and think their record is expunged. In a particular scenario, we accessed the public database where we found the DUI still on record. So, we asked our client, “After you completed ARD, what did you do?” ...
How Much Does a Good Personal Injury Lawyer Cost?
How much does a good personal injury lawyer cost and how to find one? As far as costs for a personal injury attorney, the industry standard is a contingency fee. What that means is that unless an attorney helps you get a settlement, or they go to trial and they get a...
Eligibility to Purchase a Gun in Pennsylvania
Generally speaking, if you are convicted of a felony you cannot purchase a firearm. But what a lot of people don't realize is that a second DUI, or even a first degree misdemeanor in Pennsylvania, can result in not being able to purchase a firearm. If you have a...
What to Do if You Owe Taxes and Cannot Pay
According to US News, last year, an estimated 7.9 million taxpayers owed money on their taxes. Wondering what to do if you can't pay your taxes? Through my experience, I have realized this is a problem many people want to ignore. And a lot do. The problem here is...
What Can a Tax Attorney do for Me?
People shouldn't become scared when they hear the word “attorney” or “taxes”. Well, if you put the two words together, taxes and attorney, everybody thinks badly. We're here to help you - as you are the primary reason that we're able to be in business. As such, we...
How to Avoid Inheritance Tax in Pennsylvania
People that live in Pennsylvania should know that PA is one of five states that tax individuals on death. The tax rates start out at zero between husband and wife, 4.5% for lineal descendants (your children), 12% for consanguinity (which are cousins, nieces and...
Rent Help Available Through PA Housing Finance Agency
The Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency (PHFA) has financial assistance available for renters who were financially impacted by the Covid-19 Pandemic. Renters who have had a decrease in income can apply for rent relief through September 30, 2020. Renters and...
Marco Sylvania Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer
The National Trial Lawyers Announces the Re-Selection of Marco Sylvania as a Top 40 Under 40 Criminal Defense Trial Lawyer For Immediate Release: The National Trial Lawyers is pleased to announce that Marco Sylvania of Bononi & Company in Greensburg has been...
I’m In My 30’s, Do I Need a Will?
We often think of Wills as something we will need later in life. But, just like having a retirement plan, the sooner you start, the more secure you can be. GET EDUCATED EARLY Talking to an attorney about Estate Planning will provide you with an understanding of what...
Are Online Wills Valid in Pennsylvania?
With the growing popularity of legal websites that produce boilerplate forms, I get asked this question a lot. The answer is MAYBE. In Pennsylvania, there is no requirement that an attorney has to draft your will. There is also no requirement that only a licensed...
