As we get closer to the 4th of July, you will see more and more checkpoints on the roads of PA. Here are some of the checkpoints we have learned about so far: Montgomery County The Montgomery Township Regional DUI Enforcement Team will conduct Sobriety Checkpoint Operations and Roving DUI Patrols on Fridaythrough Sunday. The…
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How Much Does a DUI Cost? License Suspension
One of the most common questions about when someone is accused of a DUI is “How much is the going to set me back?” Because of the nature of DUI penalties, and the different way they affect different people, this is a complicated question to answer. During this series, we will try to explain the…
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Nearly 70 percent of Americans are on Prescription Drugs
Researchers at the Mayo Clinic recently published a study that found that nearly 70 percent of Americans are on prescription medication. This is a major concern because of the strict DUI-drug laws in Pennsylvania and the arbitrary way in which these cases are handled. DUI-drug laws extend beyond illicit drugs and include all prescription medications. …
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How Much Does a DUI Cost? Fines
One of the most common questions about when someone is charged with a DUI is “How much is the going to set me back?” Because of the nature of DUI penalties and the different way they affect different people, this is a complicated question to answer. During this series, we will try to explain the…
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National Trial Lawyers Top 100
One of the most difficult aspects of being charged with a DUI or related offenses has got to be finding the perfect attorney who has the combination of reputation, knowledge, experience, interest in your particular case and most of all guts. It has to be a daunting task. Who your attorney is very much dictates…
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Roadblock stops 1021 but no DUI arrests: More Police (In)Efficiency: They threw a party and no body came
What if you put together a big huge party, but no one came? You’d feel pretty lame wouldn’t you?? DUI checkpoints are woefully inefficient. This is a fact. If you don’t believe me read this: 1,021 drivers stopped at Burbank DUI checkpoint; 0 were drunk A sobriety checkpoint in Burbank on Saturday that screened 1,021…
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Attorney Justin McShane Selected to Super Lawyers
After being selected to Rising Stars for the past two years, Attorney Justin McShane has been selected to Super Lawyers for 2013. Super Lawyer employs a rigorous selection process that includes peer nominations, evaluations and third party research. Each candidate is evaluated on 12 indicators of peer recognition and professional achievement. From the Super Lawyers…
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Monroe County DUI Checkpoints and Patrols
Due to anticipated heavy traffic because of the NASCAR race at the Poconos, several DUI Checkpoints and roving patrols have been announced. From June 7, 2013 through June 9, 2013 on Routes US 209, 611, 33, 940, 115, SR 4002, (Long Pond Road) and other roadways DUI checkpoints and roving patrols will be conducted. If…
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Top 10 Reasons You Should Hire an Attorney, Even Before You Have Been Charged
10. This won’t go away: If they took your blood, they are going to find something. Whether it is alcohol or prescription drugs, you can expect a charge as soon as the blood reports get back from the lab. 9. Intimidation: When we are retained, we fax the officer to make sure they know that…
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