Franklin Legal Issues Blog
Johnlackatos.com receives Hermes Creative Awards honorable mention
's website received an honorable mention in this year's competition for the Hermes Creative Awards. This is an international competition for creative professionals who are involved in the concept, design and writing of marketing and...
Choosing the right approach is critical to your DUI defense
A DUI conviction can change the trajectory of your life. In addition to leaving a mark on your criminal record, it can lead to things like expensive fines, problems with your career and more. It's in your best interests to fight back against these charges,...
Exploring criminal defense options
The best criminal defense strategy is uniquely tailored to the charges the accused individual is facing. Criminal defense options are available based on the situation and circumstances of the accused individual which is why every accused individual should be familiar...
How child custody is determined
Parents who are approaching child custody concerns should be familiar with the best interests of the child standard and what that means for them and their child. The family law process provides resources to help guide parents through the child custody process and...
When grandparents need to step in to raise their grandchildren
One of the joys of being a grandparent is the ability to spoil grandkids and then send them home to their parents. There is the fun of watching these children grow up, without the stress and responsibility of having to care for them 24/7. Unfortunately, now more than...
The benefits of stepparent adoption and how it works
Stepparent adoption can be an important step for many families, parents, stepparents and children so it is helpful to understand how the stepparent adoption process works. Family law resources can help parents and stepparents navigate the adoption process based on...
Avoid common mistakes during your divorce
You may remember the many issues you had to resolve when preparing for your wedding. At the time, it seemed like every detail was critical, and one mistake could ruin the day. As important as those wedding matters were, your divorce issues may carry even more weight....
What should be included in an estate plan?
An effective estate plan provides protection for the estate planner and the estate planner's loved ones, family and friends. Because of this, estate planners should know what documents to include in their estate plan. There are several different types of documents...
Who is prohibited from purchasing firearms in Pennsylvania?
Many people may not realize this, but Pennsylvania has stricter firearms laws than much of the country. In fact, it has been ranked the 10th toughest state with regards to gun laws. Gun laws vary from state to state, which is why it is important to know where one...
What are the benefits of creating a living trust?
Preserving one's legacy and ensuring their assets are distributed in the manner they want are often the driving force for Pennsylvania residents to draft wills. Having completed the task, they most likely don't give it another thought, and very likely do not utilize...
