Pennsylvania couples who decide to divorce will have major decisions to make about how to handle the family home. The marital home is often one of the largest and most valuable assets to be included in divorce negotiations, and it can carry emotional significance...
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Year: 2018
ENM Law News: Client “NOT GUILTY” in DUI Case
DUI cases are concerning for many clients because there is often mandatory jail time associated with a conviction, as well as a lengthy license suspension. One such client was recently represented by Attorney McAllister in the Berks County Court of Common Pleas. Our...
Drunk driving rates up among veterans
The statistics may be concerning and surprising to people in Pennsylvania, especially those with veterans in their families, but drunk driving by military veterans has risen 60 percent since 2014 according to the results of one study. The American Addiction Centers...
Are you about to start driving with an IID in your vehicle?
In the state of Pennsylvania, drunk driving is a serious offense. The court will require certain people convicted of driving under the influence of alcohol to have ignition interlock devices installed in their vehicles. Ignition interlock basics An ignition interlock...
Parallel parenting vs. co-parenting
People who share custody of their children in Pennsylvania must decide how they will handle decisions related to raising their kids. Parenting after divorce can be one of the most challenging aspects of separation. In an ideal situation, parents are able to work...
Pennsylvania changing its laws on license suspensions
What offenses would lead to a mandatory driver license suspension is changing here in Pennsylvania. This is due to a bill that was signed into law by the governor late last month. The law will get rid of mandatory license suspensions for certain types of crimes. This...
Three tips for custody battles
Divorces are notorious for getting ugly fast, and when there are children in the picture, custody battles can be devastating. While you may be doing your best to help your children through this difficult time, your ex-spouse could be making huge efforts to create...
Will I automatically lose my license after my first DUI?
You left a bar after a night out with colleagues, and you decided to drive after drinking. Unfortunately, you committed an insignificant traffic violation, and an officer pulled you over on a DUI suspicion. After breathalyzing, you are charged and arrested for a DUI....
Spotlight Issue: What does the legalization of medical marijuana mean for DUI law in Berks County?
Pennsylvania legalized marijuana for limited medical purposes in August of 2016 and dispensaries are now operating. Although the law has been passed, there is still much work to be done in order to implement the program and to ensure that medical marijuana usage is...
Spotlight Issue: Loss of driver’s license for driving with suspended registration
In Pennsylvania, many motor vehicle offenses result in a driver's license suspension that isn't immediately apparent to the driver. One such offense is driving a vehicle with a suspended registration. Vehicle registration can be suspended for 3 reasons - lapse in...