You fell because you tripped over an unsecured electrical cord at the local pet store or you suffered catastrophic injuries in a car crash. There wasn't enough insurance or maybe there wasn't any at all, and now you find yourself needing to file a civil lawsuit. That...
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Legal help may be more affordable than you think
If you find yourself in a position where you need the assistance of a Pennsylvania attorney, you may be unsure of how you can ever afford it. You assume that the cost of hiring the services of a legal professional will be expensive, and this could keep you from...
6 Tips to Pay Less for a Lawyer
There is never a good time to waste money, but that is more true now than ever. We understand that attorneys are expensive, but there are several tips you can use to pay less. Here are our top 6: Tip # 1: There is nearly always more than one firm that can handle your...
Signs your marriage may be over
It can sometimes be difficult to accept that your marriage is over. In some cases, you may not even realize that things have gotten to the point where it just is not working anymore. Ending your marriage when the time is right is usually best for everyone. Getting to...
Avoid social media during divorce
No matter how you look at it, divorce is an emotional and complex process. Throw in social media and it becomes even more complicated. We post and share about everything on social media – our successes and failures, our daily happenings, our pictures and events and...
DUI rates rise during the holiday season
For most, the holiday season is a time of merriment and cheer and a chance to celebrate with family and friends. Unfortunately, the holiday season also means a higher number of Driving Under the Influence (DUI) arrests, crashes and fatalities both in Pennsylvania and...
The price rowdy college kids can pay
If you’ve recently sent your son or daughter off to college, you may have already covered rules about underage drinking and possession. However, there is one charge that can easily be forgotten. A growing number of Pennsylvania students are facing conduct...
Estate planning mistakes may lead to disputes
Creating an estate plan allows an individual in Pennsylvania to set out expectations for their personal, professional and financial future. Unfortunately taking on the task of creating and maintaining an estate plan intimidates some people, even to the point where...
Due process remains problematic in campus sex crime cases
When a person faces a criminal charge or pursues legal action, the rule of law dictates that due process be followed. The way the Constitution of the United States expresses this is that every person is presumed innocent until found guilty. Additionally, the...
Skala | Miller Wins the Avvo.com 2015 “Clients’ Choice Award”!
We just received word that Skala | Miller has won the Avvo.com 2015 Clients' Choice Award. This award is given only to lawyers who receive several four or five star client ratings. As a completely five start law firm, Skala | Miller has what it takes to assist you in...