Traffic signs are posted for the safety of all drivers, but are often ignored by even the most experienced drivers. Ignoring some signs often result in a ticket. It is important to remember, every time you disobey a traffic sign, … Read More
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Required Credits To Receive Social Security Disability Benefits
In order to be eligible to receive Social Security Disability benefits, an individual must have obtained the required minimum amount of credits. If you do not have the required minimum credits, then no benefits can be paid. Social Security credits … Read More
Leadership Wilkes-Barre Class of 2017
Well I must say that being part of the Class of 2017 is extremely rewarding. On April 6th, we had class and seminars at the Pittston Library and we were able to participate in a session where we learned about … Read More
The State of Nevada Ratifies the Equal Rights Amendment… Decades After the Deadline
On March 20, 2017, Nevada State legislature ratified the Equal Rights Amendment (“ERA”) — decades after the Congressional deadline. Nevada’s belated ratification, if valid, brings the tally to 36, just two states short of adoption. In 1972, Congress sent the … Read More
Social Security Disability – New Rules on Program Uniformity That May Impact Your Case
Effective January 17, 2017 the Social Security Administration issued a Final Rule bringing several important and significant changes to the way disability claims are decided at the hearing and Appeals Council levels. While the rule became effective on January 17, … Read More
You Made a Tough Couple of Years as Pleasant as Possible
Dear Neil, I can’t thank you enough for all you have done for me. Your’s and the team’s, expertise and thorough investigation turned out to be a great reward. Please convey my sincere gratitude to Sandee and Tanya and all … Read More
Racial Bias Has No Place in the Jury Room
The Sixth Amendment guarantees a trial by an impartial jury, and the legal system affords numerous protections against juror bias and misconduct. And in a decision issued on March 6, 2017, a majority of the United States Supreme Court reaffirmed … Read More
But I Don’t Want To Go To Physical Therapy
I recently fractured my ankle. While there are pieces to this recovery process, and unfortunately, the right side of my ankle, I am currently in the physical therapy phase. Frankly, I could not wait to get to this point, I just … Read More
PA Live Prime: The O’Donnell Law Firm
Attorneys Neil & Cathy O’Donnell from O’Donnell Law Offices in Kingston talk about their “Walk In Wednesdays” service on PA Live Prime. Click to View the Video »
Behind the Scenes at Jury Duty
In a previous blog, I discussed receiving a jury duty notice. And I had jury duty for a few days in February. It was really insightful. On Day 1, we assembled into the large jury room on the second floor … Read More