How Much Does a DUI Cost in the State of Pennsylvania?
After a drunk driving arrest in Philadelphia, or elsewhere, it is likely that your primary focus is the potential of jail time or having your driver’s license suspended. While these are common penalties for those charged with DUI, there are numerous other costs associated with a conviction for this offense. You, like others who have […]
Read MoreMost Dangerous Jobs Performed by Pennsylvania Residents
According to preliminary data from the Census of Fatal Occupational Injuries, there were 4,679 fatal work injuries in the United States in 2014. If accurate, this would represent a 2 percent increase from 2013. Overall, there were 3.3 fatalities for every 100,000 full-time equivalent workers. The highest fatality rate belonged to the logging industry, with […]
Read MoreUnderstanding Prescription Fraud in Pennsylvania
When most people think of illegal drugs, substances like marijuana and cocaine are typically what come to mind. Many people fail to realize, however, that prescription medications may also be considered illegal, if they do not have valid prescriptions. Based on a 2013 survey conducted by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, it […]
Read MoreThe VPP and Workplace Safety
Pennsylvania workers may want to know about the Voluntary Protection Program (VPP), through which the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) rewards worksites that have demonstrated an exemplary commitment to workplace safety. Under the VPP, those workplaces do not have regular OSHA inspections and are exempt from them. Some labor unions are concerned that employers […]
Read MoreMan Charged with Drunk Driving and Homicide
It is easier than many people may realize for life to take a sudden turn in the blink of an eye. Many a Philadelphia resident has experienced a situation which has left them facing a drunk driving charge. These charges can lead to very serious penalties such as a jail sentence, fines and more. If […]
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