What Industries are at Risk for White Collar Crime?
White-collar crime is when fraud is committed within an institution, usually a financial entity. Criminals of white-collar crimes make credit unions, banks, and other financial institutions their primary targets. Unsuspecting may become victims of white-collar crime when personal data and accounts are compromised. Another form of white-collar crime involves misapplication and embezzlement of a...Read More
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What Goes On My Driving Record? How Can I Get It Expunged?
In the United States, millions of tickets are issued each year for traffic violations. It’s not easy to erase violations from your record, especially if you record serious cases like driving under the influence (DUI) or a hit-and-run accident. But in other less severe cases, it is possible to clear your driving record. What is a Driving Record? A driving record is made up of all the...Read More
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Ways to Identify If You Need A Lawyer Specializing In Parole
A parole attorney specializes in every step of the parole process. They can provide advice, appear at your parole hearing, and work with you after being released on parole. The knowledge and advice that a parole attorney offers is invaluable. Here are some ways a lawyer specializing in parole can help you. Applying For Parole The application process for parole is typically simple. Any inmate...Read More
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Understanding The Difference Blue Collar & White Collar Crimes
Crimes can be separated into two general categories: blue collar and white collar. It’s often perceived that blue collar criminals are members of lower socioeconomic status while white collar criminals come from a higher class status. This general division is just the start of the differences between these two types of crimes. Here are some other ways they differ: Money and Power A...Read More
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Understanding Your Rights As A Repeated Offender
Being arrested and charged with the same crime more than once does not limit or restrict your right to seek counsel and learn of your rights. You may feel that you are doomed, and there is no hope for your situation. That is not the case. You are still entitled to be represented by effective and qualified counsel for the charges you are charged with, and this includes repeated DUIs, theft, and...Read More
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Consequences of Marijuana Possession
In Pennsylvania, cannabis is illegal for recreational use. However, if caught with a small amount in some of the large cities within the state, it could be considered a crime unless you have a valid medical ID card. In 2016, marijuana was legalized for medical use as part of a bill passed in the state legislature. It would be a misdemeanor if you possessed 30 grams of marijuana. You will be...Read More
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How To Make Clients Feel Safe In Your Law Office During Their Case Discussion
Representing clients who are going through one of the worst times of their life is a huge responsibility that lawyers take seriously. Yet, it is also common to encounter clients who may be hesitant to talk about their case or who worry that something they say could be used against them. Helping your clients feel safe during their case discussion is as easy as using these strategies to develop...Read More
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William J. Brennan Appointed as Hearing Committee Member Serving the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
The Brennan Law Offices are proud to announce the appointment of William J. Brennan as a Hearing Committee member in the District I disciplinary district. Mr. Brennan’s appointment will take effect on July 1, 2022. The Disciplinary Board’s mission statement is to protect the public, maintain the integrity of the legal profession, and safeguard the reputation of the courts. The Board is...Read More
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When Can Someone Claim Self-Defense Under Pennsylvania’s Stand Your Ground Law?
Pennsylvania’s stand your ground law allows someone to use deadly force to defend themselves if they reasonably believe that such force is necessary to prevent imminent death or serious bodily injury. If a person claims self-defense and the aggressor was unarmed, you must be able to show that an ordinary person would have felt in danger of death or serious bodily injury. However, there are...Read More
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The Benefits Of Hiring A Reliable Detainer Lawyer
Landlords use unlawful detainer — more commonly known as “eviction” — to get residential or commercial tenants out of a property. This process impacts the lives of three million Americans annually. If your landlord has an attorney, we recommend hiring a reliable detainer lawyer. After all, an experienced Philadelphia criminal defense attorney can help you even the playing field. This article...Read More
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The 3 Steps To Becoming A Paralegal
Do you feel like you were meant to pursue a legal career, but you do not want to handle the front-and-center task of addressing the judge, jury, and witnesses yourself? Your calling might just be to become a paralegal. A paralegal is a highly-valued member of any legal team because of their extensive knowledge of the law. Their duties include case planning, legal research, document analysis,...Read More
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How Can I Get An Underage Drinking Charge Expunged?
Having a history of criminal activity on your record can jeopardize future opportunities. Many people don’t realize that even something as minor as an underage drinking charge can show up on a background check and limit your ability to get a job or be accepted for a visa. Luckily, there’s a process called expungement, in which you can request the removal of this unwanted record from your...Read More
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