What Is the Rising Blood Alcohol Defense in DUI Cases?
Having a high blood alcohol concentration (BAC) after being arrested for driving under the influence (DUI) is unwelcome news that can lead to sentencing enhancements with harsher penalties in many cases. In Pennsylvania, it’s illegal for drivers with a BAC of 0.08 percent or above to operate a vehicle. However, defense attorneys employ different ways […]
Read MoreWho is Liable in a Single Vehicle Accident in Pennsylvania?
Pennsylvania is home to a wide range of accidents, such as multiple vehicle crashes, pedestrian crashes, truck crashes, bicycle crashes, motorcycle crashes, and more. Accidents involving only one vehicle also make up a large proportion of accidents. Although the name implies otherwise, single-vehicle car accidents can be just as dangerous as multi-vehicle accidents. In Pennsylvania, […]
Read MoreAll You Need to Know About the Horizontal Gaze Nystagmus (HGN) Test
In Pennsylvania, drivers pulled over by law enforcement because they are suspected to be under the influence of drugs or alcohol may be asked to perform sobriety tests on the side of the road, known as standardized field sobriety tests (SFSTs). The purpose of these tests is to obtain probable cause to make an arrest […]
Read MoreTop 5 Reasons Your Accident Claim Might Be Denied in Pennsylvania
Accidents can drastically alter the lives of victims. The possibility of financial ruin may be on your mind, and recovering from a personal injury is an uncertain experience. Following an accident, you count on your insurance company to pay your medical bills and other costs. When you do not understand the full extent of your […]
Read MoreCan You Challenge Breathalyzer Results in Pennsylvania?
In most Pennsylvania drunk driving cases, the prosecution must prove that the defendant’s blood alcohol concentration at the time of their arrest was at or above the statutory limit of 0.08%. To establish this level of alcohol was in your system, the police need to show a suitable sample of your blood, urine, or hair […]
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