Qualified Immunity: What You Need to Know
Everything the qualified immunity doctrine stands for has come under fire and continues to be a topic of contentious debate. It is a controversial subject because the concept is in place to guard state and local law enforcement officials from personal liability when they violate someone’s constitutional rights. This doctrine has seen many people struggle […]
Read MoreFirst Time Offenders: Navigating the Criminal Justice System
The confusion and uncertainty that often accompany being arrested for a first-time offense can make you feel lost and unsure of the appropriate steps to take. This blog provides invaluable information and guidance you can leverage as a first-time offender as you go through the Pennsylvania criminal justice system. We demystify the complex processes involved […]
Read MoreCan You Sue a Nursing Home After a Slip-And-Fall?
Nursing homes primarily house the elderly, physically disabled individuals, or chronically ill patients who require long-term assistance. The majority of the residents have mobility issues, problems with balance, or medical conditions that make them vulnerable to injuries from falls. Caregivers in assisted living facilities are legally obligated to provide safe living spaces that promote the […]
Read MoreEstablishing Fault in a Wrong-Way Car Accident in Pennsylvania
Wrong-way car accidents—most commonly referred to as head-on collisions—are among the most deadly type of crashes to occur on public roadways due to the increased severity of the collision resulting from the forward motion of both vehicles. When a wrong-way accident occurs, it is generally assumed that fault lies with the driver who was traveling […]
Read MoreWhat Are the Consequences of Hazing in Pennsylvania?
In times gone by, hazing was considered a rite of passage for high school and college athletes and members or prospects of fraternities or sororities. Through the years, however, hazing incidents have become increasingly more violent, more commonly fueled by alcohol, and even more sexual in nature. Even now, a majority of high school and […]
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