Traffic Defense

As the new school year begins across Pennsylvania, it’s a good time for drivers to refresh their understanding of the state’s school bus safety laws. If you commute during morning or afternoon school hours, you may have already seen buses…

Pleading Guilty in Philadelphia, Delco, Montgomery County & Beyond If you’ve been charged with a crime anywhere in the Philadelphia area, one of the biggest decisions you’ll face is whether to plead guilty or take your case to trial. In…

For decades, Pennsylvania was the only state that barred local police from using radar for traffic enforcement. However, that changed with recent legislation that expanded radar use beyond the Pennsylvania State Police. Now, more municipalities across the Commonwealth are deploying…

Vehicular manslaughter, vehicular homicide, or homicide by a vehicle – as it’s known in Pennsylvania – is a serious felony with dire consequences. These tragic events happen more often than you think, and if you’re facing charges, it’s essential to…

Like many large cities, Philadelphia has long faced tension between police and the communities they serve. A recent reform—banning minor traffic stops—aims to ease that strain. Supporters hope it leads to fewer arrests and safer outcomes, while critics question the…

You probably understand the consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol, but you may be less aware of the penalties for driving under the influence of a controlled substance. The type of drug you’re accused of taking could ultimately…

Not all car accidents are created equal. Sometimes, they result in tragic deaths and possible lawsuits. And to make matters worse, criminal charges may follow. It’s important to know the basic information about criminal charges that may come after a…

A commercial driver was recently pulled over in his 18-wheeler on the Northeast Extension of 476 for speeding and careless driving. As a professional driver, a careless driving citation and the points attached to such a violation would put his…

Most people aren’t sure how to behave when they’ve been arrested for a DUI . It’s not something a person can prepare for. There is no practice or training – only vague memories of advice from a driver’s education class…

Laws can change every year. Sometimes news laws are added to the books and others times old laws change. It can be difficult to keep up, which is why we’ve compiled a list of three traffic laws – some old,…