Although the divorce process can be contentious and adversarial at times, it certainly does not have to be. Sometimes, a marriage or a partnership just stops working. The legal term for this in Pennsylvania is an "irretrievable breakdown" of the marriage. And, if both...
Could a diversionary program be an option for my college student?
When your college-aged child is arrested on alcohol charges, it can make for scary times. You had dreams about your child's future, but a conviction could change the landscape. So, you are researching possible defense options. You want your son or...
What does “implied consent” mean in Pennsylvania DUI cases?
Under Pennsylvania law, anyone with who is driving in the state - in exchange for the privilege to do so - is deemed to have consented to a chemical test to determine blood alcohol content or the presence of a controlled substance. This is known as "implied consent."...
Dismissal of charges key to Pennsylvania criminal defense
A primary strategy that criminal lawyers use to defend their clients in Pennsylvania is to move for a dismissal of the charges filed against a defendant. This type of strategy is a key component of a strong criminal defense. The fewer charges a defendant faces, the...
Explaining double jeopardy in Pennsylvania
One of the clauses in the Fifth Amendment to the United States Constitution says "No person shall. . . be subject for the same offense to be twice put in jeopardy of life or limb . . ." This is known as the "double jeopardy" clause. What this means is that a criminal...
