Law Offices Of Samuel G. Forte, Esquire

 A popular Scam starts with a telephone Call from a person pretending to be a Jury Official stating an Arrest Warrant has been issued because the person has failed to report for Jury Duty.
  Once the person states they reported for Jury Duty, or never received a Jury Questionnaire or Summons, the Scammer requests Personal Information ( Legal Name, Social Security Number, Date Of Birth, Address, etc.) to Purge (cancel) the Warrant.
  NEVER provide Personal Information over the Telephone, or your Identity and/or Assets can be stolen.  The PA Court System does not contact people by Telephone to obtain Personal Information.
  If you need to Contact the Court, use the Official Published Court Telephone Number.  DO NOT use any telephone number the Scammer provides to gain your Confidence.   

  If after an Auto Accident, a person is injured, or there is Property Damage, a Motorist has a legal duty to stop, provide information, render aid and contact the Police. If a Police Accident Investigation is not conducted at the scene, the Motorist must proceed to the nearest Police Station and file a Report .   
  Should a Motorist fail to stop after being involved in an Accident, or flee the scene, Traffic Citations can be issued, as well as Criminal Charges, with severe Penalties.
  A person injured in the Accident may assert a Claim for Money Damages, against a Negligent Party, for Pain, Suffering, Lost Wages, Loss of Personal Property, Mental Anguish, or any Other Loss that is a direct result of the incident. For a Free Consultation contact Samuel G. Forte, Esquire.  www.fortelawoffices.com 

 Pennsylvania Law requires a motorist to turn on the vehicle Head-Lights whenever Windshield-Wipers are needed due to weather conditions. The Head-Lamps must remain illuminated for as long as the Windshield- Wipers are in use.
 PA Law provides that any motorist who fails to remove Snow or Ice from thier vehicle, and the debris causes serious bodily injury, or death to another, shall be subject to a Penalty that also includes a $1,000.00 Fine. As a practical matter, the offending motorist may also be subject to a Negligence Lawsuit for money damages, which could be $ubstantial.  Samuel G. Forte, Esquire.  www.fortelawoffices.com   

Who should have a Living Will? Everyone over the age of 18 years old should have a Living Will regardless of thier physical or medical condition. Under PA Law, a "Declaration" is the formal document that declares and advises others of a person's intentions regarding their Medical Treatment, Procedures and Care in the event of a Terminal Medical Condition or state of Permanent Unconsciousness. This Document can be extremely important during a medical crisis or emergency situation, as well as helpful in preserving the Assets of a person. Contact the Law offices of Samuel G. Forte, Esquire for a Free Consultation. www.fortelawoffices.com 

Buying or selling a home, for most people, is one of the largest financial transactions made in thier lifetime. While Real Estate Agents provide a valuable service, they can not under any circumstances provide legal services or advice. To protect your Interests, an Attorney should be hired to negotiate, draft and review all terms and documents on your behalf. 
NEVER SIGN ANYTHING UNTIL REVIEWED AND EXPLAINED BY YOUR LAWYER.
Tip:  A Home Inspector (of your own choosing) should always be hired (by you) to perform a detailed Inspection of the home for problems, defects, etc. Be advised, an Inspection performed by a Mortgage Company is for financial purposes only and is not an adequate Inspection, as the Lender does not evaluate the vital heating and cooling systems, roofing, plumbing, electric service, appliances, fixtures, etc., any of which could change the value of your purchase. Contact the Law Offices for a Free Consultation. 
General Rule: ALL AGREEMENTS AND UNDERSTANDINGS MUST BE IN WRITING.     www.fortelawoffices.com
 

Under PA Law, a person who grants thier authority to another to act for them is called a Principal. The person who receives the authority is called an Agent. Changes in the Law now require a Power Of Attorney to be signed by all parties named in the document to be valid. A specific statutory format must be followed or the document will be void in Pennsylvania. Authority can be granted for both financial and medical purposes.
 The Power may be cancelled by the Court, the Principal, or Death. Call for a Free Consultation.  www.fortelawoffices.com
 

  A Criminal Record could cause problems with Employment Opportunities, Housing, Professional Licenses, Insurance, etc., even if the Crime was not "serious" and was only a First (1st) Offense.  However, the Law allows for a Criminal Record to be "Expunged" (deleted or erased), provided the Applicant meets and satisfies certain requirements under the Law. A "Pardon" may also be a possible solution for a qualified Applicant. If an individual is charged with any type of Crime or Offense, an Attorney should be consulted immediately to properly resolve the matter and protect the interests of the accused. Contact the Law Offices for a Free Consultation.    www.fortelawoffices.com

  The National Do Not Call Registry is a Federal list which enables a person to register thier telephone number, by dialing 1-888-382-1222, to have their telephone number excluded from telemarketer contact. Each telephone number must be re-registered  every five (5) years to continue exclusion. 

  If a telemarketer calls a protected telephone number, a Complaint may be filed with the Federal Trade Commission, and a successful prosecution could cost the telemarketer thousands of dollars in penalties. Enjoy the quiet. For a Free Consultation contact the Law Offices Of  Samuel G. Forte, Esquire.

  Whenever a motorist receives a Traffic Citation, prompt attention is required, or severe penalties may be impose, which could include license suspension, fines, vehicle impound and even jail.  Traffic Offenses should be carefully reviewed and resolved either by prompt payment, or Court challenge. Be advised, that points assessed against a Driver's License can substantially raise insurance rates, and also result in a suspension of driving privileges. Often, a Court challenge is worth the effort, as a more just result may be possible. Never ignore a Traffic Citation, as the fines, costs and penalties can quickly escalate. www.fortelawoffices.com 

  When a person dies, Legal Procedures are often required to properly settle the dead person's Estate. The process is called Estate Administration, which is governed by Federal, State and Local  Laws.  Estate Administration includes many responsibilities, including: Asset collection, transfer or sale of the Assets; paying the debts and liabilities of the deceased: filing the Estate Documents and Tax Return(s); distributing the Estate property to the hiers, etc.  There is often much to do to comply with the Law even for a relatively small Estate.  The guidance of a Lawyer is always prudent in these matters. For a Free Consultation contact Samuel Forte, Esquire.  www.fortelawoffices.com.