Category: Criminal Defense
From 1941 to 1945, the government used posters to remind citizens that careless comments, no matter how innocent or unassuming they may be, could prove useful to the enemy. One World War II poster showed a fish with his mouth open, about to be hooked by an…
Felony convictions are serious, and they come with serious consequences, both immediate and long-term. Beyond fines, jail time, and a permanent criminal record, felony convictions may also negatively impact your ability to secure employment, find housing, take out federal loans, and more. Regulatory Restrictions Individuals…
Probable cause is one of the most important evidentiary standards in the legal system. It is so important that it is engraved in the Fourth Amendment to the United States Constitution, which states that people or their property cannot be searched or seized without it. If…
Our clients facing criminal charges often have no idea what to do, and what not to do, particularly when facing their first offense. Of course, having a skilled criminal defense lawyer on their side is critically important. But, there are also some basic guidelines criminal clients…
Hurting a minor: it’s a serious accusation, especially if you’re accused of hurting your own child or if you have children living in your home. If you’ve been accused of hurting a minor in any way, it’s important that you have the right legal support on…
With the recent announcement of the Trump administration’s proposal of a new Supreme Court justice to replace the retiring Justice Anthony Kennedy, many are discussing the future of certain civil rights in the United States. However, in the most recent round of decisions, the Supreme Court…
The start of 2018 brought to Philadelphia a new district attorney, Larry Krasner. Before his inauguration, Krasner was reportedly evaluating everyone who worked for the DA’s office and he wasted no time terminating over 30 prosecutors for a variety of reasons ranging from trial skills to ethical matters. Prosecutors…
Having a criminal record can have many effects on your life. A conviction for a crime can make it difficult to do the following and more: Keep your job Find a new job Hold a professional license Participate in educational programs Be approved to rent housing Keep custody…
The end of each year brings the holidays, which should be a time for celebration with loved ones. Some people do not have a smooth and enjoyable holiday season, however, because an arrest and criminal allegations disrupt it. Particular charges become increasingly common toward the end…
A felony conviction can have many potential effects on your life, ranging from the cost of defense to the potential loss of your freedom. The first, most obvious consequence is the cost of defending against your charges. Those costs can snowball with a conviction to include…
