Miranda Rights Explained

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
December 17, 2024

Most of us have heard about Miranda Rights, but very few know and understand just how important they are for every person who is interrogated by the police. What are Miranda Rights? If you’ve ever watched a television show or movie about crime, then you’ve likely heard the phrase “you have the right to remain […]

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Reasonable vs. Unreasonable Searches in PA Criminal Cases

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
June 6, 2024

  The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution explicitly protects citizens against unreasonable searches and seizures conducted by the government or law enforcement. Sometimes, however, these types of searches are legal and constitutional. This often becomes a sticking point in criminal cases involving alleged drug crimes or weapons offenses. When Warrantless Home Searches by […]

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Fourth Amendment Constitutional Rights in PA Traffic Stops

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
June 10, 2024

The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution holds that every individual has a right to live free from unreasonable search and seizure by law enforcement. The founding fathers were concerned about unfair bodily and home searches while drafting this amendment. In modern times, there has been extensive debate about whether this right extends to […]

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What Is a Controlled Substance in Pennsylvania?

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
April 8, 2025

Controlled substances are regulated by the federal government. The Controlled Substance, Drug, Device, and Cosmetic Act explicitly lists the various drugs that are illegal to possess without a legitimate and valid reason. The substances are listed in schedules based on both their potential for being abused and their acceptable medical use. Schedule I drugs have […]

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ATV Safety Tips for Pennsylvania Motorists

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Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
July 2, 2025

The United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) estimates that more than 97,000 people were treated in emergency rooms for ATV-related injuries in 2016. ATVs are a type of all-terrain vehicle commonly used for recreation and work. On average, 564 adults and 123 child riders under 16 years of age are killed while riding on […]

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