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Friedman Schuman Layser , P.C. takes pleasure in announcing that five attorneys from the firm have been named to the 2018 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list and one has been named to the 2018 Super Lawyers Rising Stars List.   Only the top five percent of lawyers in the state are selected...

When an individual is involved in a lawsuit, it is very important that they are cautious about the posts that are made on their social media profiles. It seems as though today, people are not shy about what they post on social media and frequently express strong opinions on their...

Any time an individual is injured due to the negligence of another person, they may want to consider their legal options. A successful personal injury lawsuit can recover significant damages that can help pay for the injured party's medical bills, lost wages due to time out of work, and other burdens...

Friedman Schuman Layser is pleased to announce that Lee Mogavero, a principal with the firm, has been elected to the Board of Directors of the Greater Philadelphia Network of the IWIRC (International Women’s Insolvency and Restructuring Confederation) for the second consecutive year.  The Greater Philadelphia Network will host the IWIRC’s...

When it comes time to plan one's estate,  often, one of the first steps is to create a will. This is one of the most important parts of the estate planning process because a valid will allows a family to honor the testator's wishes after they pass away. That being...

The death of a family member is always a devastating time. Unfortunately, sometimes we lose loved ones for reasons that could have been completely avoided. If a loved one passes away because of the negligence of a doctor or another medical professional, the surviving family members may wonder whether they...

Friedman Schuman Layser , PC is proud to announce that Robert A. Alston, a Principal with the firm, has been inducted into the Pennsylvania Chapter of the National Academy of Distinguished Neutrals for 2018.   This selection occurs at the conclusion of due diligence interviews conducted by the PA Committee of...

The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority, or FINRA, works with the Securities and Exchange Commission to regulate securities firms and brokers, protect those who invest in corporations, and keep the market fair and safe from fraud. When investors lose money because their advisors misled them or participated in some type of...

There are often situations throughout an individual's life where they cannot complete a major transaction or provide a necessary signature for any number of reasons. In these cases, the individual may want to have another person act on his or her behalf. Of course, not just anyone can sign important...

When an individual is injured in an accident that was caused by the negligence of another party, they may want to consider their legal options. In many situations, not only is the injured party suffering a life-altering injury, they may also have to face the reality of expenses associated with...