Arrested at a Pittsburgh Protest? Your Rights as a Protester
In Pittsburgh, the protests ignited by the police killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis have been a mix of peaceful marches and violent near-riots. While hundreds gathered in Downtown and East Liberty on Sunday peaceably, it was a far cry…
When is a DUI a Felony in PA?
From Polish Hill to South Side Flats, Brookline, and everything in between – Pittsburgh police and Allegheny County prosecutors aggressively pursues charges against people suspected of driving under the influence of drugs or alcohol (DUI). DUI penalties are harsh in…
Pittsburgh DUI Testing: Can I Refuse a Field Sobriety Test?
People are pulled over by the Pittsburgh police or Pennsylvania State Troopers everyday for suspicion of a DUI. These people are frequently asked to take field sobriety tests. And while the officers will suggest your consent is required, you are…
Is Medical Marijuana a Probation Violation in PA?
Pennsylvania may have legalized it, but some counties in the Commonwealth still consider medical marijuana a probation violation. If you’re a medical marijuana patient who lives in Philadelphia or Pittsburgh, using your medication will probably not count as a probation…
Digital Evidence in Criminal Cases
Explosive advances in technology over the last two decades have drastically changed the criminal justice system. Law enforcement can now gather vast amounts of credible, valuable digital evidence, from both the suspect and a victim. Prosecutors use this evidence and…
Expunging Your Record After Charges Are Dismissed in Pennsylvania
If you’ve been arrested and charged with a crime in Pennsylvania, your main concern will likely be whether or not you’ll be convicted. As a result, you should hire an attorney and fight the charges. Ultimately, and to your relief,…
What to do if You Get a DUI in a Parked Car in Pennsylvania
Everyone knows that drunk driving is against the law. However, many people don’t realize just how aggressive DUI laws in Pennsylvania can be. As a result, you may wind up being charged with DUI in a situation you did not…
Small Business Embezzlement – Common QuickBook Asset Manipulation Tricks
Thanks to its user-friendly design and robust capabilities, QuickBooks has become an indispensable tool for many small and medium-sized businesses. Unfortunately, its ease-of-use also makes it easy to manipulate. Using QuickBooks to embezzle funds is surprisingly common. If you’ve been…
Pitt Develops THC Breathalyzer – More Marijuana DUIs are Coming
A handheld breathalyzer device that can detect THC has been developed at the University of Pittsburgh. While the device is not yet ready for mass production, it could be coming within a few months. This means the police will soon…
WORGUL, SARNA & NESS, CRIMINAL DEFENSE ATTORNEYS, LLC ANNOUNCES 2019-2020 SCHOLARSHIP WINNER
Worgul, Sarna & Ness, Criminal Defense Attorneys, LLC recently completed reviewing applications for our annual scholarship competition. After a remarkable first year, we had another massively successful round of submissions and received applications from some very impressive students all over…
