By Melanie Tunaitis, Esq. The Old Rule When a child was born during a marriage, Pennsylvania law automatically treated the husband as the legal father, and courts could almost never order DNA testing to challenge that. The presumption was close to ironclad. What Changed In Sitler v. Jones, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court lifted what…
Blended families bring immense joy, but combining children, homes, and financial histories from previous relationships also introduces unique legal complexities. In Pennsylvania, balancing the protection of a current spouse with the inheritance rights of children from a prior marriage requires intentional strategy. Because state laws rarely align with modern family structures, taking a proactive…
Human error, poor weather, and hazardous road conditions are the main causes of car accidents, but those are not the only ones. Animal-vehicle collisions are not uncommon on Pennsylvania roads; we are referring to deer and other wildlife, as well as cats or dogs. These animals appear without warning most of the time, but…
Eckell, Sparks, Levy, Auerbach, Monte, Sloane, Matthews & Auslander, P.C. is pleased to announce that seven of our firm’s attorneys have been selected to the 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers and Rising Stars lists across multiple practice areas. This recognition reflects outstanding professional achievement and significant peer recognition within the legal community. Selection to Super…
After a car accident, many people use social media to stay connected with friends and family, sharing updates about their daily lives. A photo, comment, or location tag may appear harmless, but those posts can affect an injury claim in unexpected, negative ways. How Can Social Media Affect a Car Accident Claim? Social media…
Of all the car accidents that happen on American roads, head-on collisions are among the most violent and life-altering. When two vehicles traveling in opposite directions meet, the combined force of the impact leaves little room for minor injuries. Survivors often face long hospital stays, multiple surgeries, and months of rehabilitation, while families are…
When spouses consider divorce, one of the first questions they ask is an important and practical one: “How long will it take?” The answer depends on several factors, and Pennsylvania law sets certain waiting periods that apply to every case. Knowing what to expect at each stage can help you plan ahead and reduce…
A company car accident can turn life upside down in an instant, whether someone was driving for work when the crash happened or was injured by a driver operating a company vehicle. Both situations raise important questions about who is responsible and where compensation may come from. What Is Employer Liability in a…
After a serious car accident, the hospital and doctor bills that arrive in the first few weeks are just the beginning. Many people who suffer these injuries find that their medical needs last months or even years beyond the crash itself, requiring ongoing treatment, therapy, or future surgeries. When pursuing a personal injury claim,…
Self-driving technology is becoming part of daily traffic, as vehicles with advanced systems now operate alongside traditional cars. While these systems may reduce some driving errors, they also introduce new legal questions when car accidents occur. Responsibility may involve both human actions and machine performance, because control is often shared. How Do Autonomous…
