How to Invoke Your Right to Remain Silent & Get an Attorney
We have all seen the reading of a suspect’s Miranda rights on TV and maybe even in real life. The police remind us that we have certain rights, including: The right to remain silent, The right to consult with an…
Police Need a Warrant for a DUI Blood Test in Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has ruled that the police cannot draw your blood without your permission–even if you are unconscious–unless they have a warrant. There are only a few, emergency situations when the police may take blood without your consent….
Charges for THC Vape Pen, Dabs & Wax in Pittsburgh
There are a number of ways to use marijuana. But unfortunately, there are also a lot of ways it can lead to criminal charges. Vaping, dabbing, and smoking marijuana is incredibly popular, increasingly easy to get for medical marijuana patients…
How Drug Test Contamination in Pittsburgh Can Lead to a Dismissal
Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) are trained to identify the presence of drugs in a person’s system. They also receive training to identify the drug in question. As a result, police make drug arrests constantly. This leaves countless people worried about…
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…
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
You may be able to expunge your criminal record in Pittsburgh. Attorney Mike Worgul at Worgul Law offers free consults 24/7. Getting criminal charges dismissed can feel like a huge relief—because it is. But even if your case is thrown…
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…
