criminal defense
Receiving Compensation for Medical Errors in Erie
Unfortunately, some people who go to the hospital, doctor, or other medical provider for help sustain further injury because of medical errors. We trust our doctors and health care professionals to “do no harm,” but that is not always the case. Through negligence or other wrongdoing, medical errors and mistakes injure patients and result in…
Read MorePassenger Compensation for an Erie Car Accident Claim
If you were injured as a passenger in a car accident, you need to know your legal rights. Who is responsible for paying your medical bills and reimbursing you for your loss of income? Can you sue the person who was driving the car for passenger compensation? Should you hire an Erie personal injury attorney…
Read MoreThree Things You Need to Know After Being Injured in an Erie DUI Accident – Dram Shop Claims
Even with all the education about the dangers of drunk driving, thousands of people continue to sustain injuries or die because of drunk drivers each year in the United States. Impaired driving in Pennsylvania can be costly for the driver and the accident victims. A drunk driver can face criminal charges and civil liability. Other…
Read MoreAvoid a Holiday DUI Arrest in Erie During The Upcoming Holiday Season
Each year, right before Thanksgiving, our Erie DUI defense attorney takes time to remind Pennsylvania drivers of the risk of holiday DUI stops during the holidays. Law enforcement officers increase patrols and watch more closely for drunk drivers beginning the week of Thanksgiving and continuing through New Year’s Day. Holiday DUI arrests can increase dramatically…
Read MoreFour Reasons You Should Not Face Criminal Charges Without a Defense Attorney
There are many reasons why you should consult with an attorney who practices criminal defense. Some of the reasons may be obvious, but there are some reasons that many people do not consider. Below are four of the reasons why we urge you to contact our law firm to speak with an attorney. You deserve…
Read MoreWhat Do I Do If I Was Wrongly Accused of Date Rape?
Date rape is a problem on many college campuses throughout Pennsylvania and the United States. It is a crime that must and should be aggressively prosecuted and punished. No one should be forced to have sexual relations or have sexual encounters when they are impaired by drugs or alcohol. With that said, you can be…
Read MoreCan Drinking Alcohol At A Frat Party Be A Violation Of My Probation?
It may not seem like a big deal to enjoy a beer or two at a frat party, especially if you have no intention of driving afterward. However, drinking under the age of 21 is considered illegal in Pennsylvania, and you could face serious consequences if you are caught. All it takes is one phone…
Read MoreCan Flipping A Cop Off While Riding Your Bicycle Get You Arrested?
Flipping off a cop doesn’t seem like that big of a deal, especially if the person is on a bicycle. However, a situation in Pennsylvania led to a charge of Careless Driving when a man flipped off a cop while riding his bicycle in Westmoreland County. While this may seem extreme, a bicycle is treated…
Read MoreCan I Be Charged With Rape And Kidnapping In Pennsylvania?
The simple answer to this question is “Yes, you can be charged with rape AND kidnapping in Pennsylvania.” The facts and circumstances of the case determine whether the prosecution will add the charge of kidnapping to the list of criminal charges associated with sexual assault. In many cases of sexual assault, the prosecution adds a…
Read More"Intimate Image" Case Results in Criminal Charge
According to a story in the Centre Daily Times, a 21-year old man has been charged with three counts of unlawful dissemination of an intimate image, which is a misdemeanor charge. He has also been charged with one count of harassment, which is also a misdemeanor. From information gained from the police report, the young man…
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