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The Difference Between Assault and Battery in Pennsylvania
While many people may use the legal terms assault and battery interchangeably, they are not the same thing. And, while most…
RICO Violations and Federal Crimes
Most often when a person commits a crime, they are prosecuted in the state in which the offense took place and…
Public Intoxication
Many people enjoy being out and about in Pittsburgh and sometimes their fun involves having some drinks. However, there are times…
When Can You Be Charged With Encouraging Suicide?
Is it illegal to tell someone to kill themselves? When you can be charged with “assisting a suicide” and which defense…
Stalking Charges
This may be surprising to many, but the vast majority of all stalking charges are filed by people against their ex-partners…
Pittsburgh Summary Offenses
Summary offenses may seem like a small matter that will go away if you pay the fine. But paying the fine…
Gang Violence Steals The Scene In Steel City
While criminal activity is most often discussed in a macro manner, its impact can be catastrophic to those falsely accused of…
Drunk and Disorderly
When you are in Pittsburgh, whether out having a good time at a bar or with some friends, you need to…
Spousal Privilege Exercised in Pennsylvania Courts
Spousal privilege is a law existing in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania mandating that any communications made during a marital relationship between…