Legal Articles, General Practice

Apple v. Department of Justce: A Look at Privacy Rights in the Modern World

A blog post looking into how modern technology has changed the way we look at privacy and how it has changed the privacy we have a right to.

Court of Appeals Reinstates NFL ‘Deflategate’ Suspension

A blog post about the infamous deflategate appeals and Goodell's victory.

McDonnell v. US: The Latest Look at Political Bribery

A blog post looking into the Supreme Court case McDonnell v. US and political corruption.

Products Liability: On Accutane Litigation

A blog post about the popular acne drug accutane, why it was pulled from the shelves, and the litigation that followed.

How Federal Laws Provide Disability Discrimination Protection at School

A blog post about protecting our disabled children from discrimination while they are at school.

What If You Get Addicted to Opioids Following an Injury at Work?

There's no doubt that these medications work well for taking away pain, but they also come with some risks.

Philadelphia Adopts Paid Sick Leave For Some Employees

The Philadelphia City Council enacted an ordinance to provide paid sick leave for some Philadelphia employees. The new law is designed to provide relief to the estimated 35-40% of Philadelphia workers who currently have no paid sick time.

Criminal Law Basics

If you or a loved one have been arrested or questioned in relation to a crime (even if you are completely innocent of that crime): 1) obtain an attorney and 2) cease all communications with law enforcement, except to inform them of the fact that you have invoked your right to counsel.

Pennsylvania Courts challenge the reliability of certain breathalyzers in DUI cases

Pennsylvania Courts challenge the reliability (and admissibility) of certain breathalyzers in Pennsylvania DUI cases, in particular the Intoxilyzer 5000

Dont Fear Payday Loan Companies

Payday loan companies are notorious for not following the proper collection procedures. Instead they rely upon threats of arbitration, predatory lending practices, high interest rates, and harassing collection tactics.

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