Felony and Misdemeanor Charges Reduced to Traffic Ticket

Posted: November 8, 2025 in

A client was pulled over on suspicion of DUI and drove off during his traffic stop, leading to multiple traffic offenses and charges of fleeing and eluding law enforcement. By completing treatment and providing proof, Attorney Fienman negotiated a reduction…

Criminal Investigation Avoids Charges

Posted: October 23, 2025 in

A client was under investigation after inadvertently using a debit card belonging to someone for whom he held power of attorney. Attorney Fienman intervened immediately after the client was contacted by law enforcement, and successfully convinced them to close the…

Protection From Abuse Order Dismissed for Retired Band Director

Posted: September 20, 2025 in

A retired band director was served with a temporary Protection From Abuse (PFA) order in Delaware County after his ex-wife alleged he had engaged in threatening behavior. The accusations stemmed from an incident where he visited her home (15 years…

Physician Assistant Protects Career & Avoids Charges After Hospital Investigation

Posted: September 10, 2025 in

A Central Pennsylvania Physician Assistant found herself caught in a DEA investigation after her supervising physician instituted an illegal “takeback” policy for unused narcotics at a hospital-affiliated palliative care practice. Following hospital protocol, the health system alerted the Pennsylvania Department…

College Student’s Disorderly Conduct Charge Dismissed & Expunged

Posted: July 30, 2025 in

A Haverford College student was charged with public drunkenness and disorderly conduct after an incident in Lower Merion Township. Attorney Fienman secured the student’s acceptance into an alternative adjudication program, allowing the charges to be dismissed upon completion of 21…

Medicaid Fraud Charges Reduced – No Jail Time

Posted: June 14, 2025 in

A Philadelphia hospital employee who received home care following complex surgery was charged with multiple counts of Medicaid fraud because he clocked in/out for his home health aide who was found to be fraudulently billing for overlapping hours. Although he…

DUI Charge Expunged for NJ Driver After ARD Program

Posted: May 22, 2025 in

In Bucks County, a New Jersey driver was charged with DUI after police observed him driving on flat tires and eventually on rims, prompting a traffic stop. Upon further investigation, the police officer noted that the driver had scratches along…

DEA Investigation Avoids Criminal Charges & Allows Graceful Retirement

Posted: April 11, 2025 in

The DEA investigated a psychiatrist (of more than 35 years) for prescribing controlled substances without maintaining proper medical records. Some of the prescriptions were for close acquaintances, including a family member. As federal oversight on psychiatric medications tightened, the DEA…