How to respond to the service of a search warrant at your home
By William E. Moore, Esquire Imagine responding to a knock on the door to discover several police officers waving a paper demanding to search your home. That piece of paper is a search warrant issued by a local judge giving the police the authority to search for items listed on the warrant. If you are […]
Read MoreNew Rules regarding Guardianships by Amy R. Stern, Esquire
As the US population continues to age, elder abuse continues to grow at a significant rate. A GAO (government accounting office) study showed that “guardians stole or otherwise improperly obtained more than $5.4 million in assets from 158 incapacitated victims.” In order to combat this epidemic, the PA legislature has reviewed and rewritten the rules […]
Read MoreWho is Liable in a Slip and Fall Accident?
Thousands of individuals across the country are injured each year in slip and fall accidents. These falls often cause severe injuries, and they are a result of negligence in most cases. When you fall on someone else’s property in Pennsylvania, the property owner may be held liable for the losses you’ve suffered. When the property […]
Read MoreMiranda Rights Explained
Most of us have heard about Miranda Rights, but very few know and understand just how important they are for every person who is interrogated by the police. What are Miranda Rights? If you’ve ever watched a television show or movie about crime, then you’ve likely heard the phrase “you have the right to remain […]
Read MoreReasonable vs. Unreasonable Searches in PA Criminal Cases
The Fourth Amendment of the United States Constitution explicitly protects citizens against unreasonable searches and seizures conducted by the government or law enforcement. Sometimes, however, these types of searches are legal and constitutional. This often becomes a sticking point in criminal cases involving alleged drug crimes or weapons offenses. When Warrantless Home Searches by […]
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