Drug Offenses
Drug crimes refer to a broad category of acts involving illegal drugs. They include the use, possession, manufacturing, and distribution of unlawful controlled substances such as cocaine, amphetamines, and LSD.
Controlled substances are classified according to their potential for abuse...
Cons of not having an attorney
The right to have an attorney when you are accused of a crime is found in the Constitution's 6th Amendment. Specifically, it holds that “in all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall…have the Assistance of...
Motion to Exclude Evidence
A Motion to Exclude Evidence, or Motion to Suppress, is a request made by a defendant for the court to exclude certain evidence from a trial. It is a pretrial motion, heard and decided by a judge.
Winning a DUI or DWI Case
Driving while intoxicated (DWI), operating a vehicle under the influence (OVI), or driving under the influence (DUI) are all ways to describe the same thing: intoxicated driving. Intoxication may be the result of alcohol or another chemical substance (e.g., marijuana) or both. To be a criminal offense in Philadelphia, your blood alcohol...
Self Incrimination
The 5th Amendment of the Constitution holds that you have the right against self-incrimination. This means that you cannot be forced to answer questions or otherwise provide information about yourself that will likely result in your facing criminal...
Public Transit Accident
Public transit is a great source of transportation: it's convenient, economical, and most usually safe. Sometimes, though, accidents do happen, and when they do, they can be serious. Unlike auto accidents where you deal with private individuals, private entities, and/or insurance companies––public transit accidents involve a government entity. The rules are different....
Problems with Breath Test
Philadelphia Law enforcement officers use breath tests in roadside testing and following arrests to help determine if an individual was under the influence of alcohol while operating a vehicle.
A preliminary alcohol screening is often conducted through a...
Medical Malpractice FAQs
Medical malpractice is often defined as negligence by a medical professional. However, negligence or a medical mistake alone do not always establish a successful medical malpractice claim.
Medical negligence requires a medical professional's breach of the medical standard of...
Commercial Truck and Tractor-Trailer Crashes
On average, over 510,000 truck collisions are reported each year – an extremely alarming statistic, given the size and weight of large commercial vehicles.
If you're injured after a truck accident, you might be feeling anxious about where to turn. Before you contact an
Right to Speedy Trial
The 6th Amendment to the United States Constitution holds that “(i)n all criminal prosecutions, the accused shall enjoy the right to a speedy and public trial.” It also holds that:
The jury shall be...