PANDEMIC UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE
The Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act creates a new temporary federal program called Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA).
In general, PUA provides up to 39 weeks of unemployment benefits to individuals not eligible for regular unemployment compensation or extended benefits, including those who have exhausted all rights to such benefits.
Individuals covered under PUA include the self-employed (e.g. independent contractors, gig economy workers, and workers for certain religious entities), those seeking part-time employment, individuals lacking sufficient work history, and those who otherwise do not qualify for regular unemployment compensation or extended benefits.
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A Message from King Laird PC
Our staff will be working remotely to continue to assist our clients during this time. We have full access to all client files and are available to assist you with current and new legal matters.
Need to prepare a Last Will and Testament, Financial Power of Attorney, Healthcare Power of Attorney, or Living Will? Need to update existing documents? We are currently scheduling teleconferences and preparing/updating Estate Planning documents for our clients.
Experience the loss of a loved one? We are available to assist in the Estate Adminstration process to ensure an efficient and effective process.
Do you have a new legal matter? We are aware of the Court Emergency Procedures and are available to help with Criminal and Domestic matters such as Divorce, Custody, Protection From Abuse, and related matters.
We are available and are committed to ensuring our clients receive the attention and dedication to their matter required.
Please call our office 610-489-0700 or e-mail info@kinglaird.com. All voicemail messages will be transcribed and forwarded to an attorney.
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Pennsylvania's New DUI law Now in Effect
Pennsylvania’s new DUI law concerning repeat offenders has officially taken effect.
For the first time act 153 allows police to charge third-time DUI offenders with a felony.
Until now, Pennsylvania was one of four states to treat repeat DUI as a misdemeanor -- no matter the number of DUI convictions.
The new law also increases penalties for 'homicide by vehicle while DUI ' and increased penalties for various offenses associated with driving illegally while under a DUI -related license suspension.
Our offices assist many clients each year with personal Injury claims from auto accidents. Often clients are discouraged due to their selection of limited tort. There are several exceptions to limited tort which may allow you to recover personal injury damages resulting from an auto accident.
These exceptions include:
Pedestrian or Cyclist
If the victim was a pedestrian or on a bicycle and was hit by a motor vehicle, this is an exception. The individual’s automotive insurance will still provide medical coverage. However, he or she will not be subject to the limited tort provision. The rationale behind this exception is that the driver should not be penalized by limited tort when he or she was not driving his or her vehicle at the time of the accident and should not be bound by this tort option that is based on the operation of a motor vehicle.
Occupant of a Non-Private Passenger Vehicle
Another exception to limited tort is if the victim was an occupant in a vehicle that is not a private vehicle. Non-private vehicles include a business vehicle, company vehicle, commercial vehicle and buses. If the victim was a passenger or a driver in a vehicle of this nature, he or she is not subject to limited tort.
Victim of DUI or DWI
If the at-fault driver is convicted of, pleads guilty to or is placed onto Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition of DUI or DWI, the victim is not subject to limited tort. The public policy behind this exception is that the state does not want to reward drunk drivers or drivers who are under the influence of drugs by limiting their civil liability.
No Car Insurance
Similarly, the state does not want to reward drivers who do not abide by the laws to carry mandatory car insurance. If the at-fault driver did not have car insurance, the victim can pursue a lawsuit against him or her. However, uninsured drivers may be difficult to recover from because they may have limited assets and income, or they may file bankruptcy.
Additionally, if the victim brings an uninsured motorist claim against their own policy, the limited tort exception does not apply. The rationale for this is that the victim has an existing contract with his or her insurance carrier to which he or she is bound.
Vehicle from Another State
Another exception to limited tort is if the at-fault driver’s vehicle is registered in another state outside of Pennsylvania. The victim is considered full tort by exception.
Thought I would share a message from
Our client. If you get a chance look at the campaign.
Hey Andy,
Happy New Year. Hope all is well. My brother and I are just contacting our family and friends to let them know that we just launched a crowdfunding campaign (Kickstarter) last Monday for our board game, Monster Highway. This will allow those who are interested in the game to buy a copy or copies. It runs until February 11th. If we reach the funding goal we will have the game manufactured and shipped to everyone.
I have attached the link to our company website and to the Kickstarter campaign in case you would like to check it out. Also, feel free to pass it along to anyone you may think might be interested in checking it out.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/onedaywestgames/monster-highway
Thanks again for your help with getting our company set up. We really appreciate it!
Bob & Ryan Craig
One Day West Games
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