Northwestern Legal Services (NWLS) Media

tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13033994818752441232012-01-24T14:49:25.115-05:00Northwestern Legal Services (NWLS) MediaNWLS posts audio and video content on various Pennsylvania poverty-law topics for informational purposes only. This content is derived from radio and televison shows that we produce. (See <a href="http://www.blogger.com/profile/03756184532890845712"> Disclaimer)</a>NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comBlogger681100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-87224582646551063652012-01-20T11:37:00.015-05:002012-01-24T14:48:44.303-05:00PA Utility Law, Part I of II

12/2011- Presented by Attorney Patrick Cicero, Pennsylvania Utility Law Project, Information regarding threats of termination, heating oil, electric, water, gas; affordability; steps to reduce consumption; Public Utilities Commussion regulation; Applying for LIHEAP, Weatherization program, customer assistance plans. Copyright 2011, NWLS All rights reserved. Download Video | See Part II of II

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-32071284353206198422012-01-20T11:00:00.003-05:002012-01-24T14:49:25.123-05:00PA Utility Law, Part II of II

12/2011- Presented by Attorney Patrick Cicero, Pennsylvania Utility Law Project, Information regarding rights to choose electric provider, comparing prices, www.papowerswitch.com , shutoff notices and options, customer assistance plans, rights to complaint with the Public Utility Commission. Copyright 2011, NWLS All rights reserved. Download Video | See Part I of II

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-2330729450595480612011-07-29T15:55:00.001-04:002011-07-29T15:58:39.916-04:00Compensacion de Desemple in PA

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-14396603460668413162011-07-29T15:48:00.004-04:002011-07-29T15:55:39.434-04:00Seguro De Ingreso Suplementario

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-18367084822746969302011-04-07T14:18:00.004-04:002011-04-07T14:23:25.131-04:00Viviendas Publicas y Subsidiadas

3/2011- Presentado por Northwestern Legal Services, Jaime A. Montero, Asistente Legal. Informacion para inquilinos acerca de viviendas publicas y subsidiadas en el noroeste de Pennsylvania. Copyright 2011, NWLS All rights reserved. Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-84505276585171779112011-03-18T11:05:00.005-04:002011-03-18T11:12:42.276-04:00Eviction Procedures

3/2011- Presented by Attorney Andrea Amicangelo- Information for tenants in northwestern Pennsylvania on private Landlord/Tenant Law and your rights as a tenant when being evicted by your landlord from your home, including the legal procedures involved in evictions. Copyright 2011, NWLS All rights reserved. Download Brochure | Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-43781038885759882452011-03-18T10:46:00.006-04:002011-03-18T11:03:44.024-04:00Subsidized and Public Housing

3/2011- Presented by Attorney Autumn Johnson- Information for tenants in northwestern Pennsylvania regarding subsidized and public housing including how to apply, your rights, and what happens if you are being evicted. Copyright 2011, NWLS All rights reserved. Download Brochure | Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-21282246760266985642010-12-01T13:55:00.009-05:002010-12-01T15:36:48.627-05:00Obtaining Your Security Deposit

12/2010 - Presented by Attorney David Baxter- Information for tenants in northwestern Pennsylvania on how to obtain and protect their security deposit. Copyright 2010, NWLS All rights reserved. Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-29638275964847003702010-09-22T10:36:00.007-04:002010-09-22T10:51:48.382-04:00McKean County Pro Se Custody

9/2010 - Presented by Attorney Chris Antalics - McKean County pro se custody information including Petition to Proceed Informa Pauperis (IFP) to waive the filing fee, Petition for Modification, Complaint for Custody.Download Supporting Materials |Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-17774236834215810002010-09-17T15:52:00.000-04:002010-09-17T15:57:15.177-04:00Erie County Pro Se Divorce, Part I of II

September 2010: Attorney Joseph Martone of McCarthy, Martone and Peasley presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Divorce Petition pro se in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Part I of III - Petition for Divorce and Petition for Informa Pauperis to waive the filing fees. Download Supporting Materials |Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-48480495838118659432010-09-17T14:48:00.003-04:002010-09-17T15:55:12.700-04:00Erie County PA Pro Se Divorce, Part II of II

September 2010: Attorney Joseph Martone of McCarthy, Martone and Peasley presents this self-help video Part II of II - Proper service and other necessary steps.Download Supporting Materials | Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-31646440990536656572010-09-17T10:29:00.004-04:002010-09-17T10:34:48.654-04:00Warren County PA Pro Se Custody Part I of II

Sept 2010 - Attorney Keith Kirsch presents this self-help video regarding how to file for custody in Venango County, Pennsylvania. Part I of II. Preparing your case, completing documents and service and filing. Download Video | Download Complaint for Custody |Download Custody Contempt Petition | Download Custody Modification Petition

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-61705768594197349782010-09-17T10:18:00.008-04:002010-09-17T10:36:35.355-04:00Warren County PA Pro Se Custody Part II of II

Sept 2010 - Attorney Keith Kirsch presents this self-help video regarding how to file for custody in Venango County, Pennsylvania. Part II of II. Filing for Petition to Proceed Informa Pauperis to waive the filing fee, Mediation and Hearing overview and expectations. Download Video | Download Complaint for Custody |Download Custody Contempt Petition | Download Custody Modification Petition

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-21247399746246887382010-09-16T11:44:00.002-04:002010-09-16T11:49:49.571-04:00Mercer County Pro Se Divorce, Part I of II

September 2010: NWLS Attorney Dionis Blauser presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Divorce Petition pro se in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. Part I of III - Procedural information, divorce complaint, filing and service.Download Video | Download Supporting Materials

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-75255265740134512692010-09-16T11:23:00.008-04:002010-09-16T11:46:42.053-04:00Mercer County Pro Se Divorce, Part II of II

September 2010: NWLS Attorney Dionis Blauser presents this self-help video regarding how to file a pro se Divorce in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. Part II of III - Preparing and filing a Petition to Proceed Informa Pauperis to waive the filing fees.Download Video | Download Supporting Materials

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-20148419859799945222010-09-07T13:00:00.004-04:002010-09-27T14:08:20.002-04:00Venango County PA Custody Video, Part I

August 2010 - Judge White presents this self-help video regarding how to file for custody in Venango County, Pennsylvania. Part I of II, Overview of procedure and expectations. Download Video | Download Custody Packet | Download Motionto Modify Custody

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-81348383838041548392010-09-07T11:43:00.008-04:002010-09-27T14:06:21.393-04:00Venango County PA Custody Video, Part II

August 2010 - Judge White presents this self-help video regarding how to file for custody in Venango County, Pennsylvania. Part II of II, Completing the forms, filing and proper services information Download Video | Download Custody Packet | Download Complaint to Modify

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-74097678938123085272010-08-17T11:59:00.006-04:002010-08-17T12:08:02.713-04:00Crawford County PA Divorce Self-Help Video Part I

June 2010: NWLS Attorney Kevin Burke presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Divorce Petition pro se in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. Part I of III - Petition for Divorce.Download Supporting Materials | Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-7436089498272697842010-08-17T11:54:00.003-04:002010-08-17T11:59:20.608-04:00Crawford County PA Divorce Self-Help Video Part II

June 2010: NWLS Attorney Kevin Burke presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Divorce Petition pro se in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. Part II of III - Petition for Informa Pauperis to waive the filing fee.Download Supporting Materials | Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-57684589800636167242010-06-02T15:04:00.011-04:002010-08-17T11:54:12.765-04:00Crawford County PA Divorce Self-Help Video Part III

June 2010: NWLS Attorney Kevin Burke presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Divorce Petition pro se in Crawford County, Pennsylvania. Part III of III - Filing Divorce paper work and proper service.Download Supporting Materials | Download Video

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-38731943589825432472010-05-19T15:09:00.004-04:002010-06-01T09:56:46.618-04:00Mercer County, PA Filing a Custody Modification Petition

May 2010 - NWLS Attorney Dionis Blauser presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Petition to Modify Custody Order in Mercer County, Pennsylvania. Download Supporting Materials.

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-2571366151134285702010-05-19T15:06:00.005-04:002010-06-01T09:57:20.647-04:00Mercer County PA - Filing a Custody Complaint

May 2010 - NWLS Attorney Patricia McBride presents this self-help video regarding how to file a Complaint for Custody, Petition to Proceed Informa Pauperis (IFP), as well as information on filing and service of the documentsin Mercer County, Pennsylvania. Download Supporting Materials: Complaint for Custody Packet, and IFP Packet.

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-15353740791674034212010-05-19T11:47:00.003-04:002010-05-19T14:17:32.640-04:00Erie County PA General Custody Information

May 2010 - Attorney Julia Bandecca, NWLS Advocate provides general custody pro se information for filing in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Download Supporting Materials

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-66749109596135055872010-05-19T11:41:00.003-04:002010-05-19T14:19:02.184-04:00Erie County PA Modifying Custody Order

May 2010 - Attorney Karen Klapsinos, provides this self-help pro se video for information on filing for custody modification in Erie County, Pennsylvania, completing the forms, and proper service. Download Supporting Materials

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-39369361817165741412010-05-19T11:33:00.003-04:002010-05-19T14:11:32.131-04:00Filing for Custody Pro Se - Completing the Forms, Part I

May 2010 - Part I of II -- Attorney Karen Klapsinos, NWLS Advocate provides this self-help video for information on filling out forms and filing pro se in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Part I of II includes information on Completing the Complaint for Custody, Verification Form, Completing the Petition to Proceed Informa Pauperis (IFP). Download Supporting Documents See Part II for remaining forms

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-14007480557611172082010-05-19T11:26:00.004-04:002010-05-19T14:14:39.836-04:00Filing for Custody Pro Se - Completing the Forms, Part II

May 2010 - Part II of II -- Attorney Karen Klapsinos, NWLS Advocate provides this self-help video for information on filling out forms and filing pro se in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Part II of II includes information on Completing the Motion for IFP, Civil Cover Sheet, Filing with the Court information, What to expect at Motions Court, and proper service. Download Supporting MaterialsSee Part

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-2919804288282142962010-05-19T11:16:00.007-04:002010-05-19T14:16:01.810-04:00Custody in Erie County - Steps in the Process

March 2010 - Attorney Karen Klapsinos, NWLS Advocate provides self-help pro se video regarding an overview of the steps involved in the custody process in Erie County, Pennsylvania. Download Supporting Materials

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-15906587137643155032010-01-29T15:05:00.001-05:002010-02-10T09:22:30.786-05:00PA Utility Issues -Help is Available, Part 1

December 2009 - NWLS Executive Director Robert Oakley interviews Harry Geller, Esq., PA Utility Law Project, regarding utility law,utility issues, and what help is available in Pennsylvania to low-income residents. Part 1 of 2. (SEE Part 2) Part 1 includes info on what constitutes a utility, regulated vs. unregulated utilities, the affects of removing rate caps on consumers, pre-paying

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-12889102144512367732010-01-29T14:45:00.001-05:002010-01-29T15:15:24.294-05:00PA Utility Issues - Help is Available, Part 2

December 2009 - NWLS Executive Director Robert Oakley interviews Harry Geller, Esq., PA Utility Law Project, regarding utility law,utility issues, and what help is available in Pennsylvania to low-income residents. Part 2 of 2. (SEE Part 1)being aware of programs that can help, LIHEAP, Universal, LIURP program, budget billing advantages, shutoff restrictions, payment agreements, Public Utility

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-15123549768589690162010-01-29T12:14:00.000-05:002010-01-29T12:22:20.888-05:00PA LIHEAP 2009-2010, Part 1 of 2

December 2009 - NWLS Executive Director Robert Oakley interviews Harry Geller, Esq., PA Utility Law Project, regarding the Pennsylvania Low Income Home Emergency Assistance Program, 2009-2010 winter season, Part 1 of 2. (SEE Part 2)Part I includes info on LIHEAP Cash grant eligibility guidelines, qualifying heating sources, renter's rights to LIHEAP, who might be eligible, how to apply, how is

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-75286705074581448572010-01-29T11:10:00.009-05:002010-01-29T12:13:51.029-05:00PA LIHEAP 2009-2010, Part 2

December 2009 - NWLS Executive Director Robert Oakley interviews Harry Geller, Esq., PA Utility Law Project, regarding the Pennsylvania Low Income Home Emergency Assistance Program, 2009-2010 winter season, Part 2 of 2 (SEE Part 1)Part 2 includes info on Crisis program eligibility requirements, grant amount, restrictions on utility shutoffs, weatherization interface, repairs to heating systems,

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-9033460948360497162008-07-02T12:17:00.000-04:002008-10-13T12:17:55.976-04:00Debt Collection Info for Consumers

6/21/2008 - Vince Brocki, NWLS Resource Developer interviews Andrea Amicangelo, Esq., NWLS Staff Attorney regarding remedies consumers have regarding debt collection efforts, an explanation of secured vs. unsecured debts, how a credit counselor can help, and info on filing bankruptcy.Download MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved.

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-5727406674043361042008-06-30T12:02:00.004-04:002008-10-13T12:11:04.916-04:00Custody and Visitation in PA

5/22/2008 - Robert Oakley, NWLS Director interviews Judge Stephanie Domitrovitch, Erie County, Pennsylvania Court of Common Pleas, and Karen Klapsinos, NWLS Staff Attorney regarding custody in Pennsylvania. Information is provided on what a Custody Order is, what it means, how to obtain one, and issues to consider when pursuing custody or visitation.Download MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-82229334611478973242008-06-23T09:50:00.012-04:002008-07-01T14:44:20.778-04:00General Assistance in PA (Russian)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-15462297973410733642008-06-23T09:49:00.018-04:002008-07-01T13:02:08.859-04:00Pardons and Expungements in PA (Russian)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-1846575215010431932008-06-23T09:49:00.017-04:002008-07-01T12:58:21.457-04:00Qualifying for Unemployment Compensation (Russian)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-68325212832779381832008-06-23T09:48:00.014-04:002008-07-01T13:10:07.382-04:00Qualifying for TANF (Russian)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-29773459119190150302008-06-23T09:48:00.013-04:002008-07-01T13:04:24.722-04:00Food Stamps Help Working Families (Russian)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-48643048927424929162008-06-23T09:47:00.009-04:002008-07-01T13:15:58.247-04:00Temporary Aid to Needy Families (Russian)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-52711087224146960932008-06-23T09:37:00.008-04:002008-07-01T13:20:47.107-04:00Assistencia General en PA (Spanish)

6/2/2008: Resumen de los beneficios de Asistencia General en Pennsylvania, quien califica, generalmente combinado con beneficos de otros programas. Spanish TextDownload Spanish MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved. Apply through COMPASS Website

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-2153393430263682082008-06-23T09:34:00.009-04:002008-07-01T13:32:14.227-04:00Perdones y Expurgaciones en PA (Spanish)

6/2/2008: Resumen de como los perdones y expurgaciones son procesados en Pennsylvania, como y cuando solicitarlos y cual es la criteria considerada. Download Spanish MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved. Spanish TextBoard of Pardons

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-58377264523446551712008-06-23T09:21:00.012-04:002008-07-01T13:33:44.608-04:00Compensacion de Desempleo (Spanish)

6/2/2008: Resumen del proceso de beneficios de Compensacion de Desempleo en Pennsylvania, calificando cuando usted renuncia o es terminado, cómo aplicar, los requisitos financieros de la elegibilidad, el proceso de la audiencia, y la información a apelar un caso Download Spanish MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved. Spanish Textwww.dli.state.pa.us/

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-23633745558648785192008-06-23T09:17:00.012-04:002008-07-01T13:49:58.411-04:00Cupones de Comida ayudan a las familias que trabajan (Spanish)

6/2/2008: Resumen de los beneficios de Cupones de Alimentos y cómo ellos pueden ayudar las familias de ingresos bajos y de trabajo, en qué tipo de artículos pueden ser utilizados, información de elegibilidad, y cómo las transacciones de cupón de alimentos son procesadas en Pennsylvania. Download Spanish MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved. Spanish TextApply through COMPASS

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-25271574584451530392008-06-23T09:04:00.013-04:002008-07-01T13:52:18.095-04:00Calificaciones y Requerimientos de TANF (Spanish)

6/2/2008: Programa de Ayuda Temporaria para para Familias Necesitadas (TANF) de Pennsylvania. Resumen de los requisitos, limites de ingreso y informacion en como los beneficios son procesados. Download Spanish MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved. Spanish TextApply through COMPASS

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-81633071426974364362008-06-03T15:33:00.017-04:002008-07-01T13:55:02.817-04:00Resumen de Beneficios de TANF (Spanish)

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-83729091691127504712008-06-02T16:07:00.008-04:002008-07-01T13:57:11.111-04:00General Assistance Benefits in PA

6/2/2008 - Information on General Assistance benefits in Pennsylvania, who qualifies, generally combined with other benefit programs. Download Audio:Download MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved.Full Text:General Assistance, or GA, is a state-funded welfare program that gives a cash benefit to help individuals who do not have children or a family to support, and who are unable to

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-85468253423790085722008-06-02T16:02:00.012-04:002008-07-01T14:02:21.866-04:00Pardons and Expungements in Pennsylvania

6/2/2008 - Information on how pardons and expungements in Pennsylvania are handled, how and when to apply, and what criteria is considered. Download MP3 Copyright 2008, all rights reserved.Full Text:A record of arrest or a criminal conviction on your record can cause problems later in life. For that reason, you may want to attempt to remove such things from your criminal record. Basically, in

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-76727939505319817752008-06-02T15:59:00.008-04:002008-07-01T14:03:40.677-04:00Qualifying for Unemployment Compensation

6/2/2008: A summary of the Unemployment Compensation benefit process in Pennsylvania, qualifying when you quit or are terminated, how to apply, financial eligibility requirements, the hearing process, and information on appealing a case. Download Audio: English Audio-MP3 Copyright NWLS 2008, all rights reserved.Full Text:Unemployment CompensationWhen you are separated from employment in

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-38776972774295270732008-06-02T15:48:00.011-04:002008-07-01T14:05:20.586-04:00Food Stamps Can Help Working Families

6/2/2008 - An overview of Food Stamps benefits and how they can help low-income and working families, what types of items they can be used to purchase, eligibility information, and how the food stamp transactions are processed in Pennsylvania. Copyright 2008, all rights reserved. Download English Audio-MP3 Full Text: Food Stamps are designed to help low-income people buy the food they need for

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-89886008860009408702008-06-02T15:42:00.016-04:002008-07-01T14:07:10.825-04:00Qualifying for TANF

6/2/2008: Qualifying requirements of Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) benefits in Pennsylvania, an overview of citizenship and non-citizenship requirements, how the benefits are processed, and time limitation periods that apply. Download English Audio-MP3 Copyright 2008, all rights reserved. Full Text:To apply for Temporary Aid to Needy Families, or TANF, you must be a citizen of the

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-43110361949100167022008-06-02T15:25:00.020-04:002008-07-01T14:08:43.600-04:00Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF)

6/2/2008: A basic summary of Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF)Benefits in Pennsylvania, how to qualify, work requirements, how to obtain job-training or educational assistance, and information on how to apply for TANF. Copyright NWLS 2008. All rights reserved. Download MP3Full Text: TANF, or Temporary Aid to Needy Families, is a welfare program that helps households with children by

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-39019473555988918692008-04-28T13:56:00.009-04:002008-05-09T10:52:15.291-04:00Consumer Protection Programs in PA

4-16-08- NWLS interviews PA Attorney General Tom Corbett concerning consumer protection programs offered by the PA Attorney General's office, especially those that help vulnerable and/or low-income Pennsylvanians. Part 1 - Information on the Attorney General's Health Care Unit which investigates unfair health care practices, Act 106, right to health treatment, denial of care, unduly delayed

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-36593372729005399252008-03-27T16:00:00.003-04:002008-07-01T14:25:01.333-04:00Discrimination and Human Relations Commission

3-27-2008: Information regarding discrimination, specifically relating to education, housing and sexual orientation, how to file a complaint with the Erie (PA)Human Relations Commission. Host - Robert A. Oakley, Esq., NWLS Executive Director; Guest - Charlotte Scalise, Paralegal and Director of Erie Human Relations Commission. Download mp3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All Rights Reserved

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-68962247139383276832008-03-27T14:46:00.006-04:002009-08-31T12:03:13.203-04:00Worker's Compensation

3/27/08 - Details regarding injuries on the job, how to protect your rights, wage payments, medical payments, and the process involved in pursuing a claim for Worker's Compensation in Pennsylvania. Host - Robert Oakley, Esq. NWLS Executive Director; Tom Wall, Esq., Attorney with Nichols, Perot, Smith, Koehler & Wall Law Firm. Download mp3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All Rights Reserved.

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-24057000190164381602008-03-13T14:20:00.004-04:002008-05-08T16:34:44.360-04:00Avoiding Mortgage Foreclosure

3/13/08 - Information on avoiding mortgage foreclosure in Pennsylvania, alternative approaches, Applications to HEMAP (Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program) and details on the Act 91 Notice. Host - Vince Brocki, NWLS Resource Developer; Guests Angela Amicangelo, Esq., NWLS Staff Attorney. Download mp3 Copyright NWLS 2008. All Rights Reserved.Click Play (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-24984418879580949072008-02-29T11:38:00.014-05:002008-03-10T15:02:51.609-04:00Predatory Lending Practices

2/14/2008- Avoiding Predatory Lending Practices in Pennsylvania, with Dave Pesch, Housing Counseling Programs Manager at St. Martin's Center in Erie, PA and Maggie Schuetz, Staff Attorney with Community Justice Project, Pittsburgh, PA. Part I - What is predatory lending, what help is available, details on over-appraisals, property flipping, avoiding variable rate, and details on the newly

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-63954459579183063482008-02-15T12:38:00.007-05:002008-02-29T11:31:51.370-05:00Mortgage Foreclosure Process

1/10/2008 - An overview of issues surrounding mortgage foreclosure in Pennsylvania, avoiding adjustable rate mortgages and unscrupulous lending practices, what is the legal process, applying for Homeowner's Emergency Mortgage Assistance Program(HEMAP), what happens if HEMAP is denied, and information on possibly bankruptcy remedies, how to get legal help. Host - Robert A. Oakley, Esq., NWLS

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-34217521382424587212008-02-15T12:30:00.010-05:002008-02-29T11:37:21.627-05:00Unemployment Compensation Benefit Process

1/24/2008 - An overview the process in applying for Unemployment Compensation benefits, eligibility requirements, explanations of what 'a voluntary quit' is, how to apply, what to do if you are denied UC benefits, what happens at the hearing, and how to get legal help. Host - Robert Oakley, Esquire, NWLS Exeuctive Director; Guests - James Montero, NWLS Erie Office Manager and Paralegal, and Jen

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-69355834579252422282007-12-13T11:00:00.000-05:002008-01-08T13:38:56.203-05:00Earned Income Tax Credit Info, Tax Year 2007

12/13/2007- Senior Tax Specialist, Internal Revenue Service, provides information about Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) for the tax year 2007. Part I - Information on Requirements of Filing for EITC, Info on qualifying children, adjusted income limitations, qualifying without children. Download wmv Copyright NWLS 2007. All Rights Reserved.Click Player (>) twice to activate STANDBY="Loading

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-19022744307858097342007-10-20T15:22:00.000-04:002007-11-27T16:33:18.689-05:00Online Law Resources

8/23/07 - An overview of online resources and web tools available through www.nwls.org and www.palawhelp.org websites - information for low-income PA residents and seniors. Host - Vince Brocki, NWLS Resource Developer; Guest - Caulene Sanford, NWLS Co-Director of Technology. Download mp3 Copyright NWLS 2007. All Rights ReservedClick Player (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-80225424871199095072007-10-01T15:23:00.000-04:002007-11-27T16:38:03.634-05:00Tenant and Landlord Relationships

7/12/07 - Consumer Protection Law in Pennsylvania and Landlord/Tenant Relationships. Host - Vince Brocki, NWLS Resource Developer; Guests John Gandrud, NWLS Attorney & David Hull, NWLS Attorney. Download mp3 Copyright NWLS 2007. All Rights Reserved.Click Player (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-78159449013671445782007-09-30T11:55:00.000-04:002007-11-27T16:44:57.757-05:00PA AG Talks About Consumer Issues

7/26/07- The Pennsylvania Attorney General provides information on a variety of consumer related issues and scams. Part 1 provides information on the history and structure of the PA Office of Attorney Geneneral, www.attorneygeneral.gov. Download wmv Copyright NWLS 2007. All Rights Reserved.Click Player (>) twice to activate STANDBY="Loading Windows Media Player components..." TYPE="application/

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-22653796393415917702007-09-29T08:00:00.000-04:002008-01-07T15:53:57.438-05:00Pennsylvania Consumer Safety Issues

7/26/07- Consumer legal issues in Pennsylvania such as cyber safety, identity theft, and the do-not-call list. Host - Robert Oakley, NWLS Director; Guest - Tom Corbett, PA Attorney General. Download mp3Click Player (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-84599959480191046882007-09-20T15:20:00.000-04:002008-01-07T15:54:53.412-05:00Public Benefits in PA

8/9/07 - Information on Pennsylvania Public Benefits, including General Assistance, Temporary Aid to Needy Families (TANF) and Food stamps. Host - Jennifer Fisher, NWLS Attorney; Guests - John Whitelaw, Attorney with Community Legal Services, & Jeannine Lawton-Knepper, NWLS Paralegal and Public Benefits Specialist. Download mp3Click Player (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-88044497699468089082007-08-18T14:26:00.000-04:002008-01-07T15:56:03.407-05:00Bankruptcy Legal Issues

6/14/07 - Civil legal issues relating to Bankruptcy, information on Chapter 7 and Chapter 13 filings, and recent changes in federal bankruptcy law. Host - Jennifer Krause, NWLS Attorney; Guests - Federal Bankruptcy Judge Warren Bentz, Joy Smith, NWLS Attorney. Download mp3Click Player (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-64481050286364525562007-08-15T14:53:00.000-04:002008-01-07T15:56:52.196-05:00Consumer Scams Affecting Seniors

6/28/07 - Consumer Scams Affecting Seniors. Host - Robert Oakley, NWLS Director; Guests - David Summer, Senior Deputy Attorney General of PA, Julia Bandecca, NWLS Attorney. Download mp3Click Player (>) twice to activate

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-58885264877475696872007-08-15T09:00:00.002-04:002008-03-28T11:41:53.265-04:00Seniors Beware of Scams

6/28/07 - Scams Targeting Seniors Senior Citizens in Pennsylvania. Host - Robert Oakley, NWLS Director; Guests - Linda J. Williams, Esq., Chief Deputy Attorney General of PA, John Tokarczyk, Senior Supervisory Agent, PA Bureau of Consumer Protection Part I - Help is available, overview of typical scams, filing consumer complaints, problems relating to credit. Download wmv Copyright NWLS 2008.

NWLS Medianoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1303399481875244123.post-49833507421784964152007-08-01T13:44:00.000-04:002008-01-07T15:57:35.584-05:00PA Employment Law information

5/31/07 - PA Employment Law information concerning wage cases, barriers to employment such as a criminal record. Host- Robert Oakley, Esq., NWLS Director, Guest Jennifer Krause, NWLS Attorney with the PA Employment Project. Download mp3Click Player (>) twice to activate

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