Legal Blog

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…

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…

As a licensed medical professional, you’ve worked hard to earn your credentials. Your license is more than a title—it’s your livelihood. But criminal charges, whether related to your personal conduct or professional duties, can threaten everything you’ve built. The consequences…

Tasers are electrically powered weapons used to shock or stun the target. Though they can be lethal, they’re viewed as a way for the police to control someone that’s less likely to kill than a firearm. Given the community’s outrage…

We’ve all seen dashcam footage or heard of someone pulled over for a DUI being asked to stand on one foot. And while we know these are called field sobriety tests, that’s usually where most peoples’ knowledge about DUI testing…

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…