Legions of Pennsylvania parents send their sons and daughters off to college or university each year, with obvious pride and high hopes for their future. It’s a big day – indeed, a seminal moment – when a child embarks for the first time on a journey of independence...
Year: 2020
Year: 2020
How accurate are breathalyzer tests?
You went out to a small holiday gathering with some friends. Of course, you had a few drinks. But you thought you were fine to drive home until you saw those flashing lights in your rear-view mirror. Before you knew it, a police officer had you take a breathalyzer...
Will I lose my license if I get a DUI in Pennsylvania?
A drunk driving offense can take a significant toll on any person's life, whether a driver is a young college student or a grandfather. It can affect relationships and jobs, even for a first-time offender. In some cases, a DUI can also compromise a person's ability to...
Is marijuana decriminalized in Pennsylvania?
Since 2015, marijuana use has remained steady in the United States, with 12% of adults partaking in it. This figure may not point to a cannabis renaissance. Yet, the relative ubiquity of marijuana may lead you to think little before smoking or vaping it on your...
Pennsylvania DUI penalties aren’t light for first-time offenders
Driving while drunk or after usage of certain drugs can be unsafe. Impaired driving often leads to careless maneuvers and careless maneuvers can create injury or death-causing accidents on the road. Because of the danger that impaired drivers can cause, law...