(Church Corner Article) (Published in the Spring/Summer of 2007 Newsletter) Generally speaking, designated gifts to a church or similar organization (such as “to missions” or to “building project,” etc.) are not enforceable by the person making the gift (i.e., the donor). Unless the donor has placed specific restrictions on the gift, such as retaining the […]
By the title, you may think I am speaking of your church building but, believe it or not, I am really speaking about your literal crib. You know – the one you put infants in during church services, or possibly during the week if your church runs a daycare? What you may not know is […]
Today, more than ever, Churches need to be aware of who is coming onto their property, what they are doing, and where they are going. From groups that use or rent space from the Church, to those who want to attend Church services and events. The Church is or can be held legally liable for […]
1. You Don’t Understand What you are Signing – It can’t be that bad, right? Before you sign any important contract or document, it is wise to consult with an attorney about the ramifications of the document you are signing. Many individuals do not understand or do not take the time to read the fine […]
There are several custody rights and legal options for grandparents who are raising their grandchildren, including custody and adoption.
Ask any attorney and they will tell you that if you are questioned by the police about a crime, say nothing and contact a lawyer. Most Americans have heard about the Fifth Amendment, or the “right to remain silent,” but think it’s only invoked by criminals or people with something to hide. After all, if […]
When entering an infant adoption, it is important to know the hospital’s discharge policy in order for adoptive parents to leave the hospital with the baby.
According to a recent case in the PA Superior Court, the court may not force a party to give their mental health records during a child custody case.
I come from a family of hunters, especially deer hunters. As a lawyer, I have been helping folks who’ve been in all manner of car crashes in Pennsylvania for over 22 years. So I was quite intrigued by a recent article I read about statistics involving deer accidents and motor vehicles. As it turns out […]
I recently spoke at a few local Christian Schools about the recent amendments to the Pennsylvania Public School Code of 1949. This law went into effect in January 2013. Despite its title, this new law applies to private schools as well and, among other things, requires teachers of both public and private schools to have […]
