Robert Frost once said: A jury consists of twelve persons chosen to decide who has the better lawyer. Choosing the right lawyer is a decision that can have a profound effect on the outcome of your case. A good lawyer will do everything they can to protect your rights while a bad lawyer can lead…
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Pittsburgh DUI Checkpoint Memorial Day Weekend
Pittsburgh police will conduct sobriety checkpoints/roadblocks this Memorial Day weekend. The patrols will be in place between the hours of 11 p.m. and 4 a.m. throughout the South Hills and West End sections of the City. If anyone has more information please share it. xosotin chelseathông tin chuyển nhượngcâu lạc bộ bóng đá arsenalbóng đá…
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Memorial Day DUI Chekpoints in PA
For many of the Memorial Day long weekend marks the official start of the summer. For police it marks the official start of DUI hunting season. While many of us will be out enjoying all that Pennsylvania has to offer with family and friends, police are hard at work planning DUI checkpoints on major roadways….
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New Changes to Pennsylvania DUI Law
A new law has passed the in the Pennsylvania State Senate which has increase d the penalties for a DUI conviction. These new penalties apply to those DUI cases where a passenger is a minor (under the age of 18). These penalties are in addition to any existing penalties (see Pennsylvania DUI laws and penalties…
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Super Lawyers Names Attorney McShane a Rising Star
The 2012 issue of Super Lawyers Magazine has been released for Pennsylvania and Delaware and once again Attorney Justin McShane of The McShane Firm has been selected as a Rising Star in DUI Defense. (You can view Justin’s listing at https://digital.superlawyers.com/superlawyers/penndelaware2012?pg=89#pg89 ). Super Lawyers Magazine uses a very critical selection process and in the end,…
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DUI Myth Busters: Field Sobriety Tests are Meaningful
A widely held misconception, amongst both law enforcement and the general public, is that the standardized field sobriety tests are a valid method for determining impairment. This just simply is not true. Here are some simple questions that will show you why these field sobriety tests are meaningless: Have you ever stumbled while walking? Does…
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More Crime Lab Problems: Philly Lab Tech Flunk Competency Test
Am I really asking for too much? All I really want from a crime lab is: Validated techniques Proper supervision Adherence to scientific standards Competent technicians who do their job properly and time and time again we find out that these simple requests are not being met. Philly crime lab technicians flunk competency test THREE…
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External Quality Assurance Auditor for Pennsylvania Forensics Labs
Forensics, in the form of both blood and breath testing, is a big part of a DUI case. This is why I have dedicated myself to the study of forensic science so I can offer the best defense for my clients. You have to know the science to hold the scientists accountable. In my studies…
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Summertime- DUI Time
Pennsylvania is an exciting place during the summer. With beautiful national parks, historical landmarks, theme parks and many other attractions, there sure is a lot to do here PA. However, along with the pick up in activity and excitement, there is certainly an up-tick in the number of people arrested for DUI. “Why does this…
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DUI Myth Busters: High BAC Can’t be Won
Many people who are charged with a DUI believe that cases with a reported High BAC number cannot be won. This, however, is not correct. (At The McShane Firm, we have won many high BAC cases in the past: High BAC cases won by The McShane Firm) A good DUI lawyer is trained in how…
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