Does a DUI Affect Employment? In Pennsylvania, the law of “at-will employment” applies. This means that the employer can terminate an employee for any reasons permitted under the law. Consequently, even if you are merely facing an accusation from the state about a DUI offense, your employer is free to remove you from the job. […]
Man Pleads Guilty in Montgomery County DUI Crash A Collegeville, Pennsylvania man was sentenced in Montgomery County Court to 100 days to five years in county prison after pleading guilty to DUI charge with a blood-alcohol level of more than twice the legal limit in January. The driver was arrested and charged with DUI after […]
Driving under the influence is an extremely serious criminal charge that can bring chaos to your life. Individuals who are convicted of DUI often have difficulty returning to life as they knew it before they faced an arrest. Often, a DUI arrest is a person’s first issue with the law, meaning they have no reference […]
If you are under the age of 21 in the State of Pennsylvania, being convicted of underage drinking and driving is a serious offense that could have several ramifications that could leave a lasting impression on your life. Permanent Record DUI convictions when you are considered a minor in the State of Pennsylvania is something […]
Driving while intoxicated or driving under the influence carry serious penalties. Many states, including Pennsylvania, enforce strict laws against drivers who drink and drive. If you are charged with a DUI in Montgomery County, you need to contact a DUI lawyer and find out what rights you have. There are at least 7 ways a […]
Whether a DUI results in a felony or a misdemeanor charge in almost any area will often depend upon the exact situation. Not all DUI situations are created equal, and there is no uniform standard for them in most areas. People committing a DUI will usually have their blood alcohol content examined immediately, which can make […]
Being charged with a DUI in the state of Pennsylvania is taken very seriously, especially when it comes to habitual offenders. Not only could a driver lose their driver’s license, but a person driving under the influence could spend time in jail and be ordered to pay some pretty hefty fines. Each time a person […]
The holiday season is here and it’s a great time to relax, unwind and have fun with friends and family. While having fun, it is going to be your responsibility to stay safe, and avoid a DUI over the Holiday Season. How to Avoid a DUI in PA Stay Close The best way to avoid […]
The ARD Program: Have you Been Denied? Most first-time DUI offenders apply for the ARD program and some, if not many of them, are denied admission by the District Attorney’s Office. Why? There are many reasons for this. The most common is the existence of a criminal record by the applicant. Reasons you may be […]
Understanding Field Sobriety Tests In Pennsylvania when a motorist is pulled over, the cop will walk up to the car and investigate what is going on. If that officer smells alcohol or other indications of intoxication, he will start the time-tested process of making the motorist get out of his or her car and ask them […]