Williamsport Legal Blog
What is reckless driving?
Driving safely is an incredibly important responsibility for every motorist in Pennsylvania. Unfortunately, not everyone takes this responsibility seriously. There are countless motorists across the state who drive recklessly, despite the numerous consequences that...
Former Penn State student pleads guilty in fatal hazing case
The tragic death in February, 2017 of a 19-year-old Pennsylvania State University freshman at a fraternity party made worldwide headlines and once again brought the subject of hazing into the public conversation. Twenty-six people are facing criminal charges as a...
US Supreme Court makes ruling on privacy and cellphones
Our cellphones contain incredible amounts of data, much of which we consider to be private. As such, many people set up passwords, opt for added verification measures and use their fingerprint to unlock their phones. We take these precautions so that others can't...
The problems with police stings
It is not unusual to read news stories with headlines about drug stings resulting in several arrests. Often, these stories detail police efforts and list the alleged offenders and the crime for which they were arrested. People often see the number of people netted in...
4 places to look for hidden assets during a divorce
By the time two people are getting divorced, they have likely struggled through months or even years of not liking or trusting each other. This creates some common problems during the legal process. For instance, if you and your soon-to-be ex don't trust each other,...
Driving while tired can be as dangerous as driving drunk
Most people know that distracted and impaired drivers are a serious source of risk on the road. Studies show that an increasing number of people indulge in unnecessary distractions while driving motor vehicles, including using mobile devices. However, another risk...
Cognitive distraction and the myth of multitasking
Odds are you have heard someone say they're good at multitasking. Maybe it was a coworker who often answers the phone while sending emails or going over the monthly budget. Maybe it was a study partner in college who liked to text, browse the internet and study two or...
Why do innocent people plead guilty to criminal charges?
Did you know that about 95 percent of cases involving felonies end in guilty pleas from the defendant? This is according to a recent report from PBS News Hour. As staggering as this number seems, though, it is not an accurate indication of the number of people facing...
4 types of crimes that increase during the summer
There are many things that are more likely to happen in summer, like sunburns, thunderstorms and backyard barbecues. Unfortunately, certain crimes tend to happen more in summertime as well. Below, we examine some types of criminal offenses that increase during the...
Parents: Why you should talk to your teens now about safe driving
Summer is right around the corner, and perhaps no one looks forward to this time of year more than teenagers. Summertime means no homework, less responsibility and a general sense of freedom. However, it is important to remind teenagers that there are also risks...