- DivorceIn Pennsylvania, with its no-fault divorce law, you can often be confused as to what your rights and responsibilities are regarding divorce. How long will it take for the divorce to be final? Will you need to appear in court or can issues such as custody, visitation, support, and equitable distribution be settled outside the courthouse? How is child support determined and will you have any input into the determination? Will you have to pay alimony? When you are involved in a contentious family law dispute, you need a family lawyer that has helped Jenkintown and Philadelphia residents who understands the difficulty of your situation and who will fight to protect your interests can be an invaluable asset. At Randy H. Kaplan Law Offices, serving the Philadelphia, Montgomery County, and Bucks County areas, we have over 30 years of experience providing aggressive, yet sensitive, counsel to our clients. In our family law practice, we focus on...
- Child SupportA child support dispute, despite being a critical follow up to a separation, is a complicated area, one that parents likely aren’t equipped to deal with without the help of a experienced child support attorney like Randy H. Kaplan. While the topic of child support runs deep in its content, it helps to start with a basic understanding. Our child support attorney has help residents in Jenkintown and surrounding navigate the complicated road when it comes to financial responsibility when a child is involved. Here are four commonly asked questions about child support.
- Child Custody and VisitationIdeally, when a married couple files for divorce, both parties will be on good terms — especially when children are involved. On these grounds, hiring a family lawyer to guide parents through the divorce process is key. However, when a child custody battle is initiated, hiring the
- Premarital AgreementPrenup, is a contract that two people sign just before they marry each other. These prenuptial agreements can cover a whole host of legal issues that can arise, should the marriage ever end in either divorce or death. Among the most important things that a premarital agreement covers are issues relating to the division of property, in the case of a divorce. Because of this, our premarital agreements lawyer are very helpful for wealthy individuals who want to protect their assets before making the commitment to someone else and tying the knot with them.However, this is not the only benefit of having a prenuptial agreement drawn up and signed before agreeing to marry your future spouse. The three most important benefits of having a premarital agreement are...
- Spousal SupportIf you and your spouse are thinking about getting a divorce or have already started the process, we are the experienced alimony lawyer serving Jenkintown and Greater Philadelphia that has experience in the amount of spousal support that you can expect in a divorce decree.
- Legal SeparationOur legal team understands the confusion you may be experiencing. We are available to take your calls 24 hours a day, seven days a week to help you find answers to your questions. We have more than 30 years of experience helping men and women who are seeking the dissolution of a marriage or legal separation including...
- Traffic ViolationsIf you require the services of an experienced lawyer in eastern Pennsylvania or New Jersey, Randy Kaplan of Randy H. Kaplan Law Offices can help. He has experience representing clients in a broad range of legal matters including personal injury, family law, traffic violation defense, small business services, residential real estate and estate planning.
- Hit and RunOur client was rear-ended by a hit and run driver. Our investigation revealed the hit and run driver was already intoxicated when he was served additional drinks at a local restaurant/bar before the crash. Compensation for our client from both the driver and the restaurant/bar for serving alcohol to the hit and run driver.
- Business FormationIn our small business law practice, we advise clients in all business formation matters, from preparation of the necessary documents to filing and compliance with state business laws. We also help identify the form that will best suit your business, whether you are concerned about protecting against liability or minimizing the tax burden on your company.That is why if you need a business law attorney in the Jenkintown or Philadelphia area, you need to call an experienced attorney like Randy H. Kaplan. We also provide legal counsel to small businesses with...
- Business DisputesIf you need a competent, dedicated, hardworking attorney to handle your business needs, contact us today. If you tried to Google for an “attorney near me” and still don’t know who to choose, contact our business law attorney serving Jenkintown and Greater Philadelphia today!
- Small Business LawWe work closely with our small business law clients and always utilize a common sense approach to small business formation. We help you understand all of your options and make sound legal decisions.
- Workers CompensationIf you are hurt on the job, you deserve compensation for your injuries. Complicated cases such as workers compensation claims need an experienced law firm that knows what questions to ask and what to look for when it comes to...
- Wrongful TerminationWhile wrongful dismissal as an employee might be the prominent reason to seek an employment lawyer, there are several other reasons for seeking their guidance and advice. Additionally, a visit to an employment attorney is helpful to both employer and the employee. Below are four reasons to speak with our employment lawyer helping Jenkintown and Greater Philadelphia area residents with their business needs.
- Employment ContractWhether reviewing an employment contract as a new employee or drafting an employment contract for hiring purposes, an employment lawyer can ensure the verbiage contained in a legal employment document has your best interests in mind. In addition, the legal jargon involved with most contracts can overwhelm most people – an employment lawyer can help review the documentation in easy-to-understand language.
- Employment LitigationIn our local business law practice, we advise clients in all business formation matters, from preparation of the necessary documents to filing and compliance with state business laws. We also help identify the form that will best suit your business, whether you are concerned about protecting against liability or minimizing the tax burden on your company. We work with local businesses and employees concerning employment issues, property vehicle leases, insurance issues, premises liability concerns, general liability issues and more. We work closely with our small business law clients and always utilize a common sense approach to small business formation. We help you understand all of your options and make sound legal decisions. For our clients convenience and benefit, our law firm’s lead attorney Randy H Kaplan is available 24 hours a day. Your call always receives immediate attention and your case will be discussed in detail to the attorney.
- Severance AgreementIn our employment law practice, we represent both employees and employers in discrimination and unlawful termination claims. We also handle unemployment compensation and employment & severance agreements and disputes. Please note that regardless of whether you are a man or a woman, if you have been treated differently at work because of your gender, you may have a claim as state and federal laws prohibit gender-based discrimination.
- Sexual HarassmentThe United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (also known as EEOC) protects employees from discrimination in the workplace. Individuals are not to be discriminated against based on their age, disability, national origin, race/color, and religion. Additionally, individuals must not be sexually discriminated, meaning that an individual is not permitted to be treated unfavorably due to their sex. In addition, individuals should not endure any form of sexual harassment. Individuals who feel they are experiencing any form of discrimination may wish to speak with an employment lawyer.
- Premises Liability
- Personal InjuryIn 2014, CNBC filed a report on fatal commercial vehicle accidents. At that time, they reported fatal truck accidents happened almost 11 times each day, killing 4,000 people each year. Additionally, they reported more than 100,000 people are injured each year in truck accidents and bus accidents.Those numbers are increasing. In 2015, the latest year with data available, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) reported fatal crashes involving large trucks and buses increased by 8 percent between 2014 and 2015. Our truck accident attorney serving Jenkintown and surrounding areas, has represented numerous clients that have been injured in a truck accident and has helped them get back to living their lives. At our personal injury law firm, your well being always comes first.
- Auto Accidents
- Slip and Fall InjurySlips and falls are a very common way to be injured. In fact, they are the number one cause for an emergency room visit. Unfortunately, many people experience a bad fall more than once in their lifetime. Much of the time these falls are preventable but happen all the same. When slips and falls are not the fault of the victim, the best route is to secure the services of a personal injury attorney. That is why if you need a slip and fall injury attorney in the Jenkintown or Philadelphia area, you need to call an experienced attorney like Randy H. Kaplan.
- Estate PlanningWhether your estate is small or large, we will charge you a fair fee. We handle all estate planning and probate administration matters on an hourly basis, rather than on a percentage of the value of the estate.
- WillsWhen you have worked hard to build an estate that will ensure that your loved ones are taken care of in the event of your death, you want to be certain that the legal mechanisms are in place to facilitate the orderly distribution of your assets. The proper estate planning tools can minimize the tax liabilities of your estate and make certain that your property is distributed according to your exact wishes. That is why if you need a wills & estates attorney in the Jenkintown or Philadelphia area, you need to call an experienced attorney like Randy H. Kaplan.
- Power of AttorneyA power of attorney is a “legal document that gives someone you choose the power to act or make decisions in case you ever become mentally incapacitated, you’ll need what are known as “durable” powers of attorney for medical care and finances.” A durable power of attorney simply means that the power of attorney stays in effect if you become incapacitated and unable to handle matters on your own. The difference is simply whether you are mentally unable to make decisions or physically unable to make decisions.Reasonable charges for Powers of Attorney signed in our offices, in your home, or at a hospital or skilled nursing facility. We can provide the appropriate document and, if necessary, ensure proper execution with witnesses and a notary.
- Probate