State College Pennsylvania Law Archive: englelegal
How drug convictions endanger financial aid eligibility December 31, 2019 | drug offenses
Higher education is unquestionably expensive, and many college students and families across Pennsylvania rely on federal financial aid to help them pay for a college education. At Engle, Kauffman & VanHorn, P.C., we recognize that drug convictions have the potential to make financial aid recipients ineligible to receive federal assistance any longer. We have helped many college students facing drug charges defend themselves and fight to maintain… READ MORE
How Pennsylvania divides property in a divorce December 24, 2019 | family law mediation
When facing a divorce, you are likely worried about how you and your spouse will divide marital assets and debts. This concern is of high importance for individuals who own significant property, such as real estate holdings and investment accounts. Prepare to file for divorce in Pennsylvania by understanding how the state handles property division. Separate vs. marital property Pennsylvania is an equitable division state, which means that… READ MORE
Driving during the winter poses additional risks December 20, 2019 | firm news
Winters in Pennsylvania can be treacherous, and they present dangers for those driving on the road. Everyone should review how to drive in ice and snow, but it is especially important for younger drivers or those who are new to the state. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, almost 20% of all motor vehicle accidents occur during winter conditions. High levels of snow and ice buildup require drivers… READ MORE
Vehicle safety technology limitations December 11, 2019 | motor vehicle accidents
Like most people in Pennsylvania, you have likely seen advertisements promoting any number of safety features on new cars, trucks and sport utility vehicles. These features include things like automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance or object detection alerts. You might even have purchased or leased a new car in the past few years that has some of these features on it. While safety advances are important… READ MORE
How can a dog bite affect you? November 27, 2019 | firm news
There are plenty of dogs and dog-owners to encounter in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, no matter how many dogs you have run into in the past, you may never know when you will come across one that is inclined to bite. Dog bite attacks affect everyone differently and can result in trauma at varying levels of severity. Being bitten by a dog can leave you dealing with several physical… READ MORE
