Covelli Law

People tend to think that power of attorney only arises when dealing with elderly family members whose mental capabilities are lessening with age. The truth is power of attorney can be a valuable part of every family’s emergency plan, ensuring that the needs of all family members may be met. “Power of attorney comes in…

The proper role of an “Executor” for an Estate requires that a “Fiduciary Standard” be upheld. Sometimes this high standard can be misunderstood – or even abused. The Executor is not to abscond with the assets of the Estate of the Decedent. The person selected and appointed to be responsible for administering your estate is…

In today’s world it often seems as if some things have become more complicated because of certain legal formalities. For instance, Pennsylvania just enacted a new law changing the regulations governing Powers of Attorney. The new law makes it more difficult for the average person to execute a Power of Attorney (POA), because it imposes…

In this ever increasing digital age, more and more people are posting increasingly personal information on social media websites such as Facebook or Twitter, with little regard to who may have access to this information. Whether you’re in the midst of a divorce proceeding, personal injury case, or other legal dispute, you should know that…

The summer sun is out in full force, and with it comes a large increase in traffic and driving. While many people are quick to assume that winter is the most dangerous driving season, 18% more fatal accidents occur in the summer months.