On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Jul 27, 2020 | blog
If you already have a will, you are doing better than most. In fact, nearly 70% of Americans have not taken the steps to draft even a simple estate planning document. Still, your will may not do you much good if it is not current. Regularly reviewing your will to...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Jun 12, 2020 | blog
It is tempting to delay drafting a will in Pennsylvania. However, it enables you to take care of loved ones after you are gone. The state steps in and distributes assets as it sees fit if there is no will. By officially documenting which beneficiaries receive your...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | May 26, 2020 | blog
While it is definitely true that wills are an essential aspect of all estate plans, trusts can also be quite useful depending on your financial situation. Trusts allow you more control over how your assets are treated after you are gone. This includes establishing...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Mar 24, 2020 | blog
If you are about to prepare your will, one of the first tasks is deciding who you should name as the executor of your estate. Executors, or personal representatives, should possess certain qualities that will aid them in managing end-of-life affairs. Good judgment ...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Mar 11, 2020 | blog
When someone asks you to be the executor of their estate, you may want to say yes immediately. However, this position involves a significant amount of responsibility. Before you commit to serving as the executor, it is important to understand the duties you would...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Jun 11, 2019 | blog
After a cold, dreary winter, you may be among the many in Pennsylvania who are eager to get back on your bicycle. Whether you bike to work, for exercise or for pleasure, by yourself or in a group, riding a bike is one of those childhood joys that carries over into...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Feb 12, 2019 | blog
Financial problems affect most people at least once in their lives. In some cases, the issues may be addressed quickly and without lasting repercussions, but in others, Pennsylvania residents may struggle for a long time and accrue a considerable amount of debt. In...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Jan 15, 2019 | blog
The new year is a time many of us resolve to establish positive new habits, and that often includes an intention to exercise more. One easy, and cheap, way to accomplish that goal is by taking up walking. It’s good for your health, relatively low-impact and, if...
On behalf of Rapa Law Office, P.C. | May 26, 2018 | blog
A night out at the local bar ended with your arrest. You find yourself charged with assault, and your memory of what happened may be a bit fuzzy. In Pennsylvania, there are two different types of assault charges: simple and aggravated. Simple assault is generally a...
by Rapa Law Office, P.C. | Apr 22, 2018 | blog
Just as the state of Pennsylvania has laws for entering a marital union (for example, those dealing with age and consent), the state also regulates the process of getting divorced. For instance, you must meet certain residency requirements, and a variety of legal...
