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The penalties for violating Pennsylvania’s implied consent law
Police officers in Pennsylvania and around the country usually ask motorists to provide a breath sample for toxicology testing when they suspect that they are driving under the influence of alcohol. Drivers are required to submit to such tests under the provisions of...
DUI law may change for medical marijuana users
Medical marijuana is legal in Pennsylvania, but it is not legal to operate a motor vehicle while under the influence of marijuana. Unlike with alcohol, there is no reliable breath test that can show whether a driver is presently under the influence of marijuana, which...
Assault defined for legal purposes
The term 'assault' has a specific meaning when used to describe an issue with personal injury law or torts. When the word assault is used in a legal sense, a threat or attempt at violence has often taken place. Many Pennsylvania residents may be surprised to learn...
What illegal drugs are people caught driving on?
Driving while under the influence of drugs is surprisingly common, even though it is illegal in every state. Surprisingly, some drivers say they don’t know that driving on certain drugs is dangerous, but it can be. Just as important, you can be charged with DUI for...
What should new business owners know about contracts?
As you create and run your business, you will need to make deals with many different parties. You and your partners will agree on your roles and responsibilities. Vendors and suppliers will need to know how much of a product or service you need and how much you will...
President Trump halts temporary work visas
Immigrant families in Pennsylvania are concerned with a recent executive order signed by U.S. President Donald Trump that suspends temporary work visas for immigrants through the end of the year. These families are joined in their dissatisfaction by advocacy groups,...
Choosing the right business structure
From the beginning, your business has specific goals. However, the way that the government taxes your business, your responsibility for any debts your business acquires and your ability to find investors can depend on the legal entity you choose when forming your...
Rural roads are unexpectedly dangerous for drivers
When people think of Pennsylvania roads, they think of I-95 and the Pennsylvania Turnpike. However, there are also many rural roads in the state with which people are unfamiliar. This means that drivers must go out of their way to exercise extra caution on these roads...
Repeat DUI convictions have severe consequences
When you are driving home after a night out, being stopped by the police can mean serious criminal charges. If you have a previous drunk driving conviction on your record, the consequences of this stop could put your finances and freedom at risk. Pennsylvania law...
How to plan for a gray divorce
The settlement decisions that one makes in a Pennsylvania divorce will have far-reaching impacts on his or her future financial prospects. This is even more true in a "gray divorce." Thus, it is crucial to enter the divorce negotiations with a general plan. Even...
