Know Your Charges: Drug Possession Versus Drug Dealing
Incredibly, the U.S. spends an average of $47 billion combating illegal drugs each year. The main way police control drugs is through federal and state laws prohibiting the possession and sale of these dangerous substances. There are two main types of possession charges: simple possession and possession with the intent to distribute. While these charges […]
Read MoreWhat Is A Mistrial?
Depending on which party you are in a criminal prosecution, a mistrial can be either a huge inconvenience or advantage if viewed from a legal strategic standpoint. Defined simply, a mistrial is a trial that the presiding judge brings to an end before a determination on the merits of the case is reached. This can […]
Read MoreChain Reaction And Multi-Vehicle Accidents
When multi-vehicle accidents occur, they typically cause injury to one or more persons. Multi-accident vehicles are typically caused when one car rear-ends another car at a fast enough velocity to then cause the rear-ended car to hit another car. This type of accident is also called a chain reaction accident. Given their nature, multi-vehicle accidents […]
Read MoreDoes The RICO Act Apply in Pennsylvania?
Understanding the RICO Act Definition of RICO The Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act is a federal law designed to combat organized crime by imposing extended criminal penalties and providing a civil cause of action for acts performed as part of an ongoing criminal organization. Under the RICO Act, a pattern of racketeering activity […]
Read MoreLiability and Blind Spot Car Crashes in Pennsylvania
The area around your vehicle that can’t be directly observed by the driver is often referred to as a blind spot. When a vehicle is traveling in these areas, the driver may not see them unless they physically turn their head to look into the other lane. While side-mirrors do help to reduce a driver’s […]
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