Every driver knows a number of dangerous behaviors can lead to crashes. Some of the most common dangerous behaviors include driving while distracted, drunk driving and driving while drowsy. In response, drivers across Pennsylvania are regularly urged to put their...
Year: 2017
4 factors that can affect sentencing for criminal offenses
If you have been arrested and charged with a crime, one of the first questions you might have is what type of sentence you are facing. Unfortunately, this is not an easy question to answer in most cases. Possible sentences depend on a wide range of factors, and these...
5 questions to ask before petitioning for spousal support
One of the main concerns people have during their divorce is whether they will be financially secure when the divorce is finalized. They worry about how they will pay their rent or mortgage, their medical bills, childcare expenses and car payments. They also think...
Facing DUI charges? You are not alone
It is no secret that law enforcement agencies take drunk driving offenses very seriously in Pennsylvania and across the U.S. Every year, thousands of people are arrested and charged with DUI. Last year was no exception, according to numbers recently released by the...
Too many drivers fail the back-to-school driving test
Students across Pennsylvania are back in school, adjusting to new teachers, new friends and new schedules. However, they are not the only people who are settling back in to the demands of the school year. Drivers across the state also need to acclimate themselves to...
3 reasons to have representation when facing federal drug charges
If you have recently been accused of a crime, you are in a very difficult position. This is especially true if you are facing federal charges. You need to take your situation seriously and act fast to protect yourself and your rights. Of course, you are innocent until...
Marijuana offenses could put an end to your college career
Social attitudes around marijuana have changed rapidly in recent years. That means that fewer people consider marijuana use a serious offense. That, in turn, may result in more people experimenting with the drug. Most of the time, moderate recreational use isn't of...
When might your prenuptial agreement be invalid?
You fell in love with someone, and there was a serious discrepancy in income or assets. When you decided to marry, you both agreed to execute a prenuptial agreement. These documents typically provide specific terms for asset division during a divorce. Some may go so...
Distracted driving can turn deadly in the blink of an eye
Imagine you are driving down a busy street. There are cars around you, bicyclists next to you and people crossing the street at an intersection ahead. Now imagine closing your eyes, taking your hands off the wheel and driving through this same area. Chances are that...
Is it ever okay to hide assets during a divorce?
The answer to the question in this headline is no. There are not circumstances under which it is wise to hide or otherwise misrepresent your assets or liabilities during a divorce. In fact, doing so could result in severe legal ramifications. However, there are steps...