Delaware would become the 22nd state to legalize marijuana for recreational purposes in addition to New Jersey. While medical marijuana is legal in Pennsylvania, recreational use is still a crime in the Commonwealth.
Shooting and gun related violence have become almost daily occurrences in Philadelphia. This incident provides another opportunity to explain the dramatic differences in gun and firearm laws in Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Criminal mischief is a misdemeanor of the second degree if the loss is in excess of $1,000 and a misdemeanor of the third degree if the loss is in excess of $500, but less than $1,000. Briere is charged with a misdemeanor of the second and it is alleged that the value of the wheelchair exceed $1,000.00.
In this episode Al speaks with employment attorney Peter Winebrake about the rights that every employee needs to know. Issues discussed: Proper overtime, Proper minimum wage for individuals and groups, Pre-shift and post-shift activities, Hourly wage claims, Suing for back wages, And much more!
In this episode of the podcast Al interviews Cape May County Herald crime (and other things) journalist Shay Roddy about the types of cases he covers, how he gets his information, how he chooses his stories, the importance of local news, establishing trust and relationships as a journalist and if it helps a lawyer to talk to a reporter.
Recently, President Biden signed an executive order to increase gun regulation across the country. The order, however, does not target those who possess handgun illegally but rather all potential gun owner
The sentencing judge isn’t authorized to go below the mandatory minimum sentence unless the attorney filed for a Graves Act Waiver. Without a waiver, judge would be imposing an illegal sentence which would be overturned on appeal.
Recently, former NBA star, Shawn Kemp, was arrested and charged following an alleged drive by shooting in the Pierce County, Washington State. While this case did not occur in Pennsylvania or New Jersey where our criminal defense law firm maintains its practice, it provides a great example of direct vs. circumstantial evidence.
While most people believe that these cases arise from conduct which occurs on the street, in a car, or directly by police, there are many cases where the conduct is observed on social media and on applications such as Facebook, Tik Tok, or Instagram.
The trial last six weeks and dominated the media headlines. Murdaugh, originally denied that he was near the crime scene on the day in question
