Legal Blog

Philadelphia continues to face challenges with police accountability. Despite reform pledges, recent data shows thousands of complaints each year—yet very few lead to discipline. When officers with questionable records are involved in your arrest, it can significantly affect the outcome…

If you were pulled over for suspected DUI in Pennsylvania and asked to perform a field sobriety test, your physical condition matters. Injuries—whether recent or long-standing—can directly affect your ability to complete these tests and may lead to misleading results…

As Philadelphia continues to grapple with concerns over crime and police presence, knowing your rights during a police stop has never been more important. Whether you live in the city or are just passing through a “high-crime” neighborhood, understanding what…

In Philadelphia, no-knock warrants are officially banned, but confusion remains about what police can and can’t do when executing a search. With ongoing changes to policing policies statewide and increasing scrutiny on how warrants are served, it’s essential for residents…

Whether you’re a lawful permanent resident, visa holder, asylum seeker, or an undocumented immigrant, it’s critical to understand how a criminal charge in Pennsylvania can affect your immigration status. The U.S. Constitution grants immigrants many of the same rights as…

As a licensed professional in Pennsylvania, whether you’re a nurse, doctor, pharmacist, insurance agent, accountant, teacher or real estate agent, your license is your livelihood. But if you receive notice of a complaint filed with your licensing board, everything you’ve…

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…

Medical professionals dedicate their lives to helping others. But even one mistake—or a single complaint—can place your reputation, your license, and your livelihood at serious risk. Whether the issue stems from an alleged ethical violation, substance use, or criminal accusation,…

It’s late at night in Northeast Philly. You’re walking to your car when someone confronts you aggressively. Fearing for your safety, you act to defend yourself, only to find out days later that you’re the one being charged with a…