Landlords & Business Owners: 4 Commercial Lease Provisions

Four Basic Commercial Lease Provisions All Landlords and Business Owners Should Understand: By Attorney H. Robert Fischer, III The recent economic hardship faced during the pandemic has caused the widespread inability of tenants to pay rent or to fulfill other obligations. This has precipitated a...

Surviving Spouses and the Elective Share

Surviving Spouses and the Elective Share By Attorney Megan D. Strait For centuries our laws have protected a surviving spouse from being completely disinherited by his or her deceased spouse. Pennsylvania was one of the earlier states to adopt legislation that provided for a statutorily determined...

The Risks of Transferring a Deed to a Child

The Risks of Transferring a Deed to a Child By Attorney Jacquelyn M. Yeakle In Pennsylvania, there are potential implications to consider prior to transferring the deed of a home for no or nominal consideration to a child. It is common for parents to desire to transfer their home to their child...

The Differences between Alimony, Spousal Support, and APL

Common Divorce Questions: What are the Differences between Alimony, Spousal Support, and APL? By Attorney Anna L. Knych Support payments bind two parties together long after a relationship is over by imposing a continuing monthly obligation on one person. Often we talk about support in the context...

How Do I Fund My Startup? A Legal Perspective.

Blog by Attorney H. Robert Fischer III How Do I Fund My Startup? A Legal Perspective. So, you took the first step and organized your startup business entity. Now what? Well, now you probably need money. As we all know, without enough funding, a successful business might just remain a pipe dream. At...

Estate Planning in 2023

Estate Planning in 2023 By Attorney Megan D. Strait 2023 is upon us and it is time to start making those New Year’s Resolutions that we all talk about. Each year we inevitably make promises to ourselves and set goals for the year. Whether it be to eat healthier or exercise more frequently, we find...

Homebuyer Financing Options Outside of Traditional Banks

By Attorney Jacquelyn M. Yeakle It is common for homebuyers to obtain financing from traditional banks when purchasing a new home, but other financing options may be available.  There are two less common financing options to consider when purchasing a home: seller financing and installment land...

Landlord/Tenant Law: Notice before an eviction action.

Landlord/Tenant Law: How much notice does a Landlord need to provide before beginning an eviction action? By Attorney Anna L. Knych The U.S. Census Bureau estimates that approximately thirty percent of households in Pennsylvania reside in rental units. For tenants residing in a rented property...

Protect Your Business with Well-Crafted Contracts

Protect Your Business with Well-Crafted Contracts: Common Types of Contracts Used in Small Businesses  Starting a business can be an exciting and rewarding venture, but it’s important to protect your interests and investments with well-crafted contracts and agreements. In this article...

Medicaid Estate Recovery

Blog by Attorney Megan D. Strait The median annual cost for a private room in a nursing home in Pennsylvania is $116,800. With costs so high, people who are in need of nursing care often find that they are depleting their assets to not only cover the cost of their stay, but also to become...

A Roundup of Recent Court Rulings for Businesses

  Beneficial Ownership Information Report to the U.S. Financial Crimes Enforcement Network In...

Small Businesses: Don’t Sleep on Privacy.

By Robert Fischer In today’s digital landscape, every business—whether it offers services...

Update to Pennsylvania’s Family Law Statute: Kayden’s Law

The law related to divorce, support, and custody in Pennsylvania will be undergoing quite a few...

2024 Changes to Pennsylvania Guardianship Laws

By Attorney Megan D. Strait Guardianships are implemented by the court when an individual, commonly...

BUYING OR SELLING A HOME? HERE ARE 5 COMMON REAL ESTATE SCAMS YOU SHOULD KNOW

By Attorney H. Robert Fischer, III Buying or selling a home can be an intimidating process...

New Pennsylvania and Federal Reporting Requirements for Businesses

By Attorney Jacquelyn M. Yeakle March 1, 2024 Two new laws have recently been enacted that may...

Common custody questions: when parents share custody, which school does the child attend?

The decision of where a child attends school can often become a contentious issue. If the parents...

STAY INFORMED: New Laws Impacting Businesses!

STAY INFORMED: New Laws Impacting Businesses! Two new laws impacting businesses that will become...

Senior Living and the Nursing Home

Blog post by Attorney Megan D. Strait The term nursing home is often the term that people use when...

W&G VIDEO PRESENTATIONS

Residential Leases Webinar

 An insightful discussion about landlord tenant relationships in Pennsylvania, presented by Attorney Anna L. Knych. Covering the importance of properly drafting residential leases to reduce landlord/tenant issues, and the process and protections for both parties at the end of a lease. The discussion focuses on the points of view from both landlords and tenants. 

Navigating Long Term Care Planning & Asset Protection Webinar

A virtual meeting hosted by Certified Elder Law Attorney* Jessica Fisher Greene. Discussing how to navigate the long-term care planning process & protect your assets. She also touches on Medicare, what it does and does not cover, and the essential documents included in an Estate Plan.  

*Certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Thank you!

 A small token of appreciation to our healthcare heroes. ABC27 News Link   A sincere thank you for your sacrifice and service in helping others and in making a difference every day in our community.  

Getting documents in order during a disorderly time

An insightful presentation hosted by Artis Senior Living West Shore and Attorney Jessica Fisher Greene of Walters & Galloway, PLLC. We will be discussing the most important documents and best methods to getting your estate plan in order during the pandemic. 

 This video is for general information only. Please seek your own legal advice because each individual’s legal needs may vary.  

Wills, Trusts & Charitable Intentions

Hosted by the Mechanicsburg Area Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, Simpson Library, and Attorney Jessica Fisher Greene of Walters & Galloway, PLLC.  

This video is for general information only. Please seek your own legal advice because each individual’s legal needs may vary. 

W&G VIDEO PRESENTATIONS

Residential Leases Webinar

 An insightful discussion about landlord tenant relationships in Pennsylvania, presented by Attorney Anna L. Knych. Covering the importance of properly drafting residential leases to reduce landlord/tenant issues, and the process and protections for both parties at the end of a lease. The discussion focuses on the points of view from both landlords and tenants. 

Navigating Long Term Care Planning & Asset Protection Webinar

A virtual meeting hosted by Certified Elder Law Attorney* Jessica Fisher Greene. Discussing how to navigate the long-term care planning process & protect your assets. She also touches on Medicare, what it does and does not cover, and the essential documents included in an Estate Plan.  

*Certified as an Elder Law Attorney by the National Elder Law Foundation, as authorized by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court

Thank you!

 A small token of appreciation to our healthcare heroes. ABC27 News Link   A sincere thank you for your sacrifice and service in helping others and in making a difference every day in our community.  

Getting documents in order during a disorderly time

An insightful presentation hosted by Artis Senior Living West Shore and Attorney Jessica Fisher Greene of Walters & Galloway, PLLC. We will be discussing the most important documents and best methods to getting your estate plan in order during the pandemic. 

 This video is for general information only. Please seek your own legal advice because each individual’s legal needs may vary.  

Wills, Trusts & Charitable Intentions

Hosted by the Mechanicsburg Area Community Foundation, a regional foundation of The Foundation for Enhancing Communities, Simpson Library, and Attorney Jessica Fisher Greene of Walters & Galloway, PLLC.  

This video is for general information only. Please seek your own legal advice because each individual’s legal needs may vary. 

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