Divorcing in Pennsylvania may seem overwhelming, especially if the decision to split was not necessarily yours. If you find yourself in a situation that makes divorce inevitable, it helps to think some things through before filing. The attorneys at The Law Offices of...
Month: July 2019
Understanding constructive possession
If Pennsylvania law enforcement officers charge you with some kind of drug crime, the prosecutor naturally must prove to the jury beyond a reasonable doubt that the drugs recovered by the officers at the scene belonged to you before (s)he can convict you of any...
Police interaction in parking lots
The police operate under set parameters. If they suspect a driver is acting suspiciously, they may initiate a police stop. However, to legally stop a moving vehicle in Pennsylvania, police have to have a reason, such as a traffic infraction. When in a parking lot, can...
Understanding Pennsylvania’s Zero Tolerance law
Although the legal drinking age in Pennsylvania is 21-years-old, underage college students sometimes partake in alcoholic drinks. Many view this as just a part of growing up and the college experience. However, underage drinking is considered a serious offense in the...
What you need to know about insider trading
If you are one of the many people in Pennsylvania who participate in trading on the stock market, you should be aware that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission regulates activities carefully. A suspicion that you are guilty of insider trading may result in an...