Personal Injury & Estate Planning Topics

Back to School Safety – What You Need to Know

September 21, 2022

It’s that time of year again, back to school! All summer your kids had free reign over the house and the neighborhood while you did nothing but worry about their safety. But now, you can rest a little easier because you know they are safe and sound at school. However, don’t fall asleep at the wheel! Back to school also means a substantial increase in traffic and a huge increase in the risk of accidents.

Estate Planning Dos and Don’ts

August 23, 2022

August is national Make a Will Month! Although no one wants to think about when they will pass on, it is important to consider how you will plan your estate well before that time comes. It is vital to understand some of the Do’s and Don’ts of Estate Planning. The professional estate planning attorneys at Long & Long, LLC name the following most important aspects of creating a solid estate plan.

Add Estate Planning To Your Summer Vacation Checklist

July 21, 2022

Summer is here, and it’s in full swing. For most people this means one thing: VACATION. But before you make your way to the lake, the mountains, or the beach, make sure you check all your boxes: Towel? Check. Sunscreen? Check. Cooler full of drinks? Check. Estate Plan…Huh?

Nicole M. Pardus Joins PBA Bar Leadership Institute Class of 2022-2023

June 22, 2022

Long & Long’s Nicole M. Pardus has been chosen as a member of the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Leadership Institute Class of 2022-2023. Only eleven lawyers from across the state were selected to this year’s Class to ensure that only the best are included.

Dangers of Reckless Motorcycle Driving

June 15, 2022

If you are a motorcycle enthusiast, then you live for the thrill of your bike howling beneath you as the wind rushes past your face. But saving lives is much cooler than cruising about town at breakneck speeds. The United States Department of Transportation reported in February of 2022 that approximately 31,720 people died in motor vehicle traffic crashes in 2021. This was an increase of 12% from the 28,325 motor vehicle traffic crashes reported in 2020.

Create Your Estate Plan From Home

May 24, 2022

Estate planning is a vital part of preparing for your future. Having a plan in place ensures your wishes are laid out and distribution of your property is dealt with after you die. There are three essential legal documents for proper estate planning.

Nicole M. Pardus Named Chair of Young Lawyers Division and Elected to Membership Committee

April 7, 2022

Attorney Nicole M. Pardus of Long & Long, LLC has assumed the position of Chair of the Westmoreland Bar Association Young Lawyers Division. She was also elected to the WBA Membership Committee at the 2022 Annual Meeting on April 4th. The mission of the Westmoreland Bar Association is “to continue

Survey Says: Most Adults Don’t Have a Will

February 17, 2022

While COVID-19 has spurred many people to tackle estate planning tasks, two out of three adults still don’t have a will and less than 28% of Black Americans have one, according to Caring.com’s 2021 survey on estate planning. This is, of course, very concerning for the estate planning attorneys at Long & Long.

Winter Weather Poses Injury Risks

January 21, 2022

After an unseasonably warm fall and holiday season, our region is now definitely experiencing snow, ice and salty roads. When the mercury dips below freezing, remember to be careful traveling. Whether on foot or in a vehicle, you’re at greater risk for accidents and injuries when the ground ices over (and then melts and ices over yet again).

Nicole M. Pardus Elected Treasurer of Laurel Legal Services

December 9, 2021

Associate Nicole M. Pardus has been elected treasurer by the board of directors of Laurel Legal Services. Providing free civil legal services to qualified low-income clients in six counties in western Pennsylvania, Laurel Legal Services is a resource for community justice, ensuring legal education and representation to those in need.