What To Know if You Got a DUI During “Blackout Wednesday” or “Drinksgiving” in Philadelphia
The Wednesday before Thanksgiving is reportedly among the heaviest days of alcohol consumption in the United States. This has earned [...]
What are the Consequences of a Criminal Conviction in Pennsylvania?
Getting convicted of a crime in Pennsylvania has serious consequences. All summary offenses, misdemeanors, and felonies carry fines and jail [...]
Defending Against a Felony DUI Case in Pennsylvania
While most DUI charges in Pennsylvania are misdemeanors, prosecutors can pursue felony charges in some cases. If you are facing [...]
What Does it Take to Prove a DUI Charge in Philadelphia, PA?
Getting convicted of driving under the influence (DUI) can impact your life in many different ways. Even if you don’t [...]
What Happens When You Miss a Court Date in Pennsylvania?
When you have a court date for a traffic case or criminal case in Pennsylvania, you must show up. If [...]
10 Defenses to DUI in Pennsylvania
A DUI conviction can have severe consequences in Pennsylvania. Not only can a conviction lead to fines, jail time, loss [...]
What You Need to Know if You Got a DUI at a Pennsylvania Sobriety Checkpoint
We typically see an increase in the number of sobriety checkpoints in Pennsylvania during the summer months. While sobriety checkpoints [...]
Here’s What Can Happen if You Don’t Hire a Philadelphia Criminal Defense Lawyer
You’ve been charged with a crime, and you are wondering whether you need to hire a defense lawyer. Maybe [...]
What You Need to Know if You’ve Been Charged with a Drug DUI in Pennsylvania
In Pennsylvania, driving under the influence of drugs is a serious crime. Prosecuted as a type of DUI (commonly referred [...]
How Can You Prove You are Innocent in Pennsylvania?
You’ve been charged with a crime in Pennsylvania. But, you are innocent. You are wrongly accused, and your future is [...]
Thinking about Pleading Guilty in Pennsylvania? Read this First
For many people, the prospect of fighting for their freedom in court can be overwhelming. Additionally, many people assume that [...]
Is Racial Profiling a Defense to Criminal Charges in Pennsylvania?
Unfortunately, racism is very much still a real problem in Philadelphia and other parts of Pennsylvania. There have been several [...]
Arrested in Pennsylvania: Should You Request a Jury Trial?
If you are facing a criminal charge that carries the possibility of incarceration, you have the right to have your [...]
Can a Philadelphia Criminal Defense Lawyer Help You if You are Guilty?
You have been arrested, and you are fairly certain that you are guilty of the crime alleged. You were doing [...]
Should You Testify in Your Pennsylvania Criminal Case?
If you have been charged with a crime in Pennsylvania, you might be wondering whether you should testify at your [...]
5 Defenses to Allegations of Domestic Violence in Pennsylvania
As we recently discussed, we have seen a sharp rise in allegations of domestic violence during the COVID-19 pandemic. In [...]
Charged with a Violent Crime in Philadelphia? Here’s What You Need to Know
Violent crimes such as assault, manslaughter, and murder are among the most heavily prosecuted crimes in Pennsylvania. If you have [...]
10 Reasons Why You Need a DUI Lawyer in Philadelphia
If you have been arrested and charged with driving under the influence (DUI) in Philadelphia, you have an important decision [...]
15 Key Terms for Understanding Your Pennsylvania Criminal Case
If you have been charged with a crime, you need to do everything you can to avoid being convicted at [...]
What are Your Constitutional Rights as a Criminal Defendant in Pennsylvania?
As a defendant in Pennsylvania’s criminal justice system, you are protected by rights afforded in the U.S. Constitution. Although the [...]