Williamsport Legal Blog
Factors that can take a DUI from bad to worse
Drunk driving offenses are unfortunately common despite the laws prohibiting drunk driving and the massive awareness campaigns urging people to refrain from driving after drinking. Because it remains a pervasive problem in Pennsylvania and all around the U.S., it can...
Rebuilding life after a conviction difficult, not impossible
Any person facing criminal charges should take their situation -- and their defense -- seriously. There are numerous consequences that a person could face if their case ends with a conviction, and these consequences continue after you fulfill the terms of a sentence,...
Could elderly drivers benefit most from driverless technology?
If you were hoping to see self-driving cars on the busy streets of Williamsport before anywhere else, you should be prepared to be disappointed. In fact, in order to see fleets of self-driving cars in action, you may need to visit a retirement community. Recently, for...
DUI charges affect minors severely in Pennsylvania
As a parent of a child who has made a serious mistake, the only thing you want to know is that your child won't be unfairly penalized. If your child has been caught drinking and driving, he or she may face serious allegations and charges. Fortunately, there are some...
Is my prenuptial agreement valid?
It is becoming increasingly common for couples to sign prenuptial agreements today. While there has historically been a sense of mystery and exclusivity that accompanied these legal tools, couples today recognize the value of protecting themselves with a prenup, even...
Sessions changes federal policy on marijuana enforcement
Recently, Attorney General Jeff Sessions rescinded a previous policy that allowed people in states where it is legal to purchase, sell and use marijuana largely without worrying about federal prosecution. The Obama-era policy discouraged federal prosecutors from...
Key differences between federal and state criminal court
Even if they've had the misfortune of being charged with a crime previously, Williamsport, Pennsylvania, residents who are facing charges in federal criminal court for the first time need to be aware of some important differences in the way that system works....
What is racketeering as defined under federal law?
Many Pennsylvanians both in Williamsport and other parts of the state have probably heard of racketeering but do not have a precise idea of what sort of behavior racketeering entails. Traditionally, racketeering described the practice of organizing and running a...
Rear-end collisions and the extensive damage they cause
Imagine you are driving home from work, ready to start the weekend. The traffic is getting heavier and the traffic ahead slows significantly. You slow down and are thinking about your plans tonight when suddenly, someone smashes into the back of your car. Instead of...
Meeting with a personal injury lawyer? Do this to prepare
Imagine driving through Williamsport. It's Monday morning and you are running a bit early for work. Early enough that you have time to stop by your favorite cafe and pick up a coffee and bagel. You slow down and turn your blinker on to make the right turn into the...