In Pennsylvania, are 'draft' copies of minutes available for public inspection prior to being voted on by the Borough council? I have requested access to these drafts, but the Borough secretary stated they aren't available until approved. Despite attending meetings, we lack insight... View More

I'm interested in understanding the nature of the specific charges filed in Case 1:21-cr-00175-TJK. Could someone provide information on what these charges are about?

I'm curious about the process for making minutes of a local borough council meeting available to the public. The council in my borough meets every second Monday but does not release the meeting minutes until they have been approved at the following monthly meeting. This means the public has no... View More

Charles A. Pascal Jr.
answered on Mar 4, 2025

The Borough is correct. The minutes do not exist until they are approved.

I was pulled over for speeding two months ago, and the officer told me I would receive a ticket in the mail, but I never did. He mentioned a specific time frame for receiving it. I have not checked with the local traffic court or DMV for a record of the ticket, and I received no paperwork during... View More

I am preparing to establish 6 months of residency in Pennsylvania with my son and want to file for child support from his father. We had an informal agreement where he would make weekly payments and have visitations every other weekend. However, he has not adhered to this agreement for the past 6... View More

I agreed to a divorce in Northampton County, PA, and want to understand what my child support and alimony should be, given that my monthly gross income is $6,825 and my ex-spouse's monthly gross income is $3,465. We have one child for whom she has custody, and I kept the home. The agreement... View More

Kathryn Hilbush
answered on Mar 3, 2025

Possibly yes as to the child support, probably no as to the alimony. If you had an attorney representing you for the negotiations and finalization of the divorce, that would be the best person to ask this question. If you were not represented, then locate a locale attorney experienced in family law... View More

I am preparing to challenge a collection agency over a personal loan debt that I am contesting in Pennsylvania. I live in a state that recognizes Tenancy By the Entirety. If a judgment is awarded against me, can my bank account, real estate, and other jointly-owned property be protected from... View More

I financed a used car in Pennsylvania a week ago, but the dealership did not allow me to test drive it beforehand. After signing all the paperwork and driving the car home, I noticed a crack in the windshield, service issues, and a non-functioning backup camera. Despite a one-year bumper-to-bumper... View More

I am considering a 50/50 child custody arrangement where the child would spend summers with the mother and the school year with the father. Currently, no formal custody arrangements or court orders are in place. I am unsure if the other parent will agree to this proposed arrangement. How should I... View More

I am a 15-year-old dating a 17-year-old who will turn 18 in June. Our relationship does not involve anything sexual, and our parents are okay with it. I'm seeking information on whether we can continue dating after my partner turns 18, and if there will be any legal concerns due to the change... View More

I have full legal and physical custody of my 9-year-old son, as per a court order. After his father was released from prison, I allowed him to have contact with our son, and he moved to Florida. We agreed informally through text messages for a six-month arrangement where my son lives with each of... View More

I was at work in Pennsylvania and went to a customer's house. While proceeding to the backyard, I slipped and fell on visible ice and broke my tibia and ankle. There were no warning signs about the icy conditions. I reported the incident to my employer and am currently in the hospital for... View More

Timothy Belt
answered on Mar 2, 2025

You can potentially sue the homeowner and claim workers' compensation. You will still want to claim workers' compensation to pay for your current medical bills and to provide income now since a personal injury claim may take several years to resolve. The workers' compensation... View More

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If I reported someone who I realized could be planning a school shooting, but I had contact with them and made jokes about it not realizing they were serious, could I get into trouble? I live in Pennsylvania, haven't reported the situation yet, and the jokes were made in stressful situations... View More

Under federal law, how much time can a first-time offender get for four counts of manufacturing delivery or possession with intent to manufacture deliver methamphetamine? The preliminary hearing is scheduled, there were no firearms involved, and this person has no prior criminal record. There has... View More

I was admitted to the hospital for a severe case of Hepatitis A, with a potential need for a liver transplant. There was no suspicion of drug use, and the test results came back negative. However, I discovered post-release through my patient portal that I was tested for drugs without my knowledge.... View More

My girlfriend works night shifts at a Speedway on weekends and brings her Bible to read during her downtime after completing her tasks. Her boss has told her she is not allowed to bring her Bible or anything related to religion to work and threatened to fire her if she brings it again or is seen... View More

I was expecting a package from within the United States. On the day of delivery, I received an email stating that my package was seized by customs and I needed to pay $1200 to release it. I had not heard from customs before receiving this request, aside from two previous emails supposedly... View More

As a beneficiary of an I-730 refugee/asylee relative petition, I currently hold a homeland passport and a green card. I have never left the U.S. before, and I plan to travel outside the U.S. for one month. Will I be able to re-enter the U.S. with just my homeland passport and green card, without... View More

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As a green card holder, you can typically re-enter the United States after short trips abroad using your valid homeland passport and green card. These two documents are generally sufficient for lawful permanent residents returning from trips lasting less than one year, with a month-long absence... View More

I visited a healthcare facility in Pennsylvania due to respiratory symptoms. During the visit, without any prior explanation or consent, a nurse practitioner quickly swabbed my nose. The action was executed so swiftly that there was no time to react, stop the procedure, or ask questions. No... View More

What can I do if someone is verbally and through text accusing me of sexual assault/molestation, which I did not commit? These accusations have been spreading among my family and friends, and have not been reported to my university or the police, as they know it's not true and there is no... View More