Williamsport Legal Blog
Division of business interests during divorce
Not all aspects of the business are included in the marital estate in Pennsylvania, and therefore not all aspects of the business can be divided. As part of a divorce in Pennsylvania, the courts recognize two different concepts of value that exist with regard to a...
Charges add up for man involved in a high-speed chase
Fleeing from law enforcement in Pennsylvania often leads to additional charges. It also creates a dangerous environment on roadways as high-speed chases could also lead to the involvement of other citizens. In any case, if you make law enforcement chase you down, you...
How does Pennsylvania law define arson?
Intentionally destroying the property of others by setting it on fire is considered an act of arson in many states, including Pennsylvania. Arson is a crime that is punished to different extents depending on how the arson is committed. It matters a lot if the arson...
How can drowsy driving hurt you?
Drivers in Pennsylvania have likely heard of drowsy driving, but do you know what it means? Do drivers understand exactly how dangerous drowsy driving can be? Do you know what impact it can have on everyone's safety? Drowsy driving is unfortunately common as far as...
Preparing children for college
Although many begin their scholastic journey with the best of intentions, often, young adults are not fully prepared for the introduction to diversity in cultures and lifestyles they receive on a college campus. Fraternity and sorority life is just one aspect of...
What happens during a pretrial?
When you face a criminal charge in Pennsylvania, you will progress through the court process. It starts with a pretrial hearing and goes through additional steps until you get to the trial where a jury will hear your case. The pretrial hearing, according to the U.S....
Will a felony charge make me lose my gun ownership rights?
If you enjoy hunting for sport or food in Pennsylvania but are currently facing felony charges, then you need to understand how a conviction could affect your gun rights. It is your responsibility to know if you have the legal right to own, carry and use a gun after a...
Could your vehicle’s black box hurt you in court?
The technology in vehicles today is pretty interesting. Cars today can do things that would shock people who drove the first cars ever made. As technology has advanced it has had an impact on the technology in vehicles. A great example is the advanced computer system...
Are additions to the criminal code causing more harm than good?
Pennsylvania has had an increase in crime recently. It seems that criminals are all over the state breaking laws left and right. However, the Philadelphia Inquirer suggests that perhaps there is not a huge increase in the number of criminals but rather there is a huge...
Is crime a problem on Pennsylvania college campuses?
If you are the parent of a high school graduate who has recently headed off to college for the first time, you may experience an equal measure of pride and worry. Of course, you are proud and happy that your child has reached this milestone and has decided to advance...