If you are hurt while using a defective product, you may be entitled to compensation for your injuries. However, to recover the damages, you must file your claim within the statute of limitations period. As far as product liability is concerned, intent does not...
How can you stay safer when running on the road?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Apr 10, 2021 | Uncategorized
You love jogging, but there is no guaranteed way to stay safe if you run on or near the road. You always have risks from the cars and trucks around you. An accident can have catastrophic consequences for a pedestrian. That said, there are steps you can take to make...
CDL DUI Laws- The Information You Need to Know
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Dec 30, 2020 | Uncategorized
If you hold a Commercial Drivers' License (CDL), your license is how you most likely support yourself and your family. However, as a CDL holder, you also need to understand that the law holds you to a higher standard than other motorists. As a result, DUI charges and...
Will a DUI conviction impact my employment?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Dec 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
When you are facing DUI charges, you have a lot of concerns. You aren’t sure what fines you will face, if you will have to spend time in jail and how long your license will be suspended. You also may be worried about if a DUI conviction will impact your employment....
Underage Drinking FAQs
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 16, 2020 | Uncategorized
Everyone knows that the legal age to drink in Pennsylvania is 21. This means it is illegal for anyone under that age to consume, purchase, transport, or possess liquor, brewed, or malt beverages. Underage drinking laws may seem simple at first glance, but the reality...
Stalking
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 12, 2020 | Uncategorized
Stalking is a serious crime that you can be charged with in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In Pennsylvania, any act or repeated acts that give another person distress within reason can be stalking. The charges vary depending on if it is a first offense or if there...
What are “college crimes?”
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 11, 2020 | Uncategorized
A college student convicted of a crime may face more than victim restitution, steep fines, and even incarceration. They may find that their education is at risk as well. These students can lose scholarships, internships, or potential job offers and put them farther...
The history of Pennsylvania DUI law changes and why that matters today
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Oct 28, 2020 | Uncategorized
In 2018, Pennsylvania changed its DUI laws. Once considered among the more lenient states in the US, these changes have permanently shifted to be more punitive and comprehensive. The purpose of this law was to deter drunk drivers from offending again. It categorized...
What Does an Outside General Counsel Do?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Oct 14, 2020 | Uncategorized
Small and medium-sized companies have the same legal needs for contract drafting, litigation services and collections as any large company. Unfortunately, smaller companies can’t rely on an internal legal department as needed and must engage legal services a la carte....
First Time DUI Offenders: The FAQs You Need to Know
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Oct 5, 2020 | Uncategorized
Even if it is your first driving under the influence (DUI) offense, the consequences can have you enduring significant hardships for the rest of your life. If you are charged with a DUI, you need answers fast, and from someone you trust. The following frequently asked...
Pennsylvania drunk driving laws
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Apr 3, 2020 | DUI, Uncategorized
Since 2003, the legal blood alcohol limit in the state of Pennsylvania has been .08%. However, the penalties that you could face if charged with drunk driving depend on your level of impairment and other factors in the case. State law recognizes three levels of...
Remembering an exceptional attorney and friend
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Mar 26, 2020 | Uncategorized
Dedication, loyalty and reliable guidance are tremendous traits in both a friend and an attorney. Mark Conte was both. It is always a tragic experience to outlive a loved one, but that does not mean you should dwell in the cost of your loss. Instead, celebrating the...
Accuracy of DUI breath tests shown to be unreliable
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Jan 3, 2020 | Drunk Driving, DUI, Uncategorized
If you are ever stopped for drunk driving, you instantly have a lot going through your mind. How much alcohol have I consumed? I thought I waited long enough to drive. Will I be arrested? What will the sobriety test be? Will I fail it? What will the breath test show?...
How can I keep my home safe during the holidays?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Dec 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
Decorating your home during the holiday season is a fun bonding experience for the whole family. However, you also want to rest assured that you're honoring safe practices when putting up decorations. Risk of fire or injuries should be a constant concern, one that...
Will a DUI affect my immigration status?
On Behalf of Bellwoar Kelly, LLP | Nov 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
Immigration has become a very heated topic in the last few years, as the current U.S. administration has made several moves to limit the number of immigrants the United States will accept. Many of those here on visas or with green cards have been concerned how changes...