What Must the Prosecution Prove for Drug Delivery Resulting in Death?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
August 12, 2025

The rise of opioid-related deaths continues to dominate the news, with data from the CDC indicating that overdose deaths involving opioids have increased sixfold since 1999. In an effort to combat this ever-mounting number and curb drug overdose deaths amid the opioid crisis, Pennsylvania police and civil officials have implemented a number of stringent laws. […]

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Can Domestic Violence Victims “Drop Charges” Against their Abusers in PA?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
April 7, 2025

When spouses or partners are involved in a domestic violence situation, it’s not uncommon for the victim to later backtrack and change their mind about pressing charges against their assaulter. A domestic violence incident can trigger a series of legal actions that the victim may not be able to control. However, once they’ve contacted the […]

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What to Know About the “Two-Hour Rule” in a Pennsylvania DUI Case

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
April 8, 2025

While arrests are made every day for driving under the influence (DUI) in Pennsylvania, law enforcement must follow strict rules and protocols in every DUI investigation. In short, if you’re arrested for a drunk driving offense and the police break the two-hour rule, that violation could lead to a dismissal of the charges against you. […]

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5 Reasons to Hire a Pennsylvania Defense Attorney Even If You’re Guilty of a Crime

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
April 20, 2021

If you’ve been arrested and are reasonably sure that you’re guilty of the crime, you may feel a sense of hopelessness and discouragement. After all, with mounting evidence against you, it may seem there is not much you can do to avoid the consequences associated with an inevitable conviction. On the contrary, there are several […]

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Can Pennsylvania Police Search My Car without a Warrant?

Legally reviewed by:
Rubin, Glickman, Steinberg & Gifford P.C.
April 6, 2021

On average, nearly 375,000 Pennsylvania drivers are pulled over by law enforcement each year. While these stops are generally routine and often traffic-related, they can still be nerve-wracking. If you ever find yourself in a similar situation, it is important to know your rights, especially when it comes to the police searching your vehicle without […]

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