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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…
Philadelphia prosecutors and those throughout Pennsylvania in general are cracking down hard on drunk driving. It’s Pennsylvania’s second biggest cause of accidents and fatalities, behind only speeding. Philadelphia produces a huge percentage of the state’s drunk driving fatalities—not surprising since it contains the largest population in Pennsylvania….
If you are charged with driving under the influence (DUI), you may feel concerned about the possible consequences of a conviction. Even a first offense may bring significant penalties that will disrupt your life. If you are charged with DUI, hire an experienced DUI defense lawyer who…
Opioid use and abuse is on the rise across the United States, to such serious extent that it has been deemed an epidemic. In 2015 alone, more than one in 10 Americans reported using an opioid within the last 30 days. Unfortunately, these trends in opioid addiction and…
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…
When people face a charge for driving under the influence (DUI) of alcohol, it’s only natural for them to wonder what the average cost for a DUI lawyer is. There are two major considerations in looking at the cost of hiring a DUI lawyer. First, almost all lawyers offer a free…
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…
If you are arrested, charged, or convicted of a criminal offense, a record will exist long after you complete your sentence. This criminal record can complicate your life in many ways and you may struggle to rent an apartment, get hired for jobs, be accepted into…
For the past two years, numerous criminal justice reforms have taken place in the city of Philadelphia, largely aimed at reducing the prison population and focusing on rehabilitation instead of incarceration. According to Mayor Jim Kenney, the “revolving door” prison approach was not working and instead, the city…
