I recently read about a shortcut in Siri called "Police". It can record any encounter a person has with a police officer. The recording starts as soon as a person says "Hey Siri, I'm getting pulled over." Anyone in Pennsylvania who is considering using that shortcut...
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When rainy days in Pennsylvania lead to personal injury lawsuits
Slips and falls in public places happen often, and for the majority of people, injuries sustained may prove minor. Yet some individuals fall due to slippery floors in grocery stores or malls and face serious injuries that may prove life-threatening, and these...
Court Forces University To Be Fair
As a result of a student conduct hearing where the accused male student was denied the right to cross-examine his accuser, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has agreed to review the student's claim that he was denied due process. The male student was accused of...
Assualt: Woman charged with running boyfriend over with vehicle
Relationships can bring out the best and the worst in people. It is unknown what may have sparked an argument between a Pennsylvania couple, but whatever the disagreement was, it has resulted in assault charges for one woman. She has been accused of running over her...
Staying safe as a pedestrian in a college town
As a pedestrian walking the streets of State College, you are very close to Penn State. Making sure that you are safe while walking down the street is important at all times, but it may present more risks in a college town. In 2017, there were almost 6,000 pedestrian...
Drunk driving: High-risk drinking anticipated with game days
Another exciting college football season is around the corner for Penn State fans. In addition to football games, a new college semester and an influx of new students, Pennsylvania law enforcement and paramedics anticipate an increased number of young adults...
Man charged with his 6th drunk driving offense
Every criminal case is different. There are multiple factors to consider and laws that impact the charges in a case and sentencing that could occur if a conviction is secured. In particular, an accused's previous history often impacts how a drunk driving case will be...
Special Problem For Seniors Involved In Motor Vehicle Collisions
It is not unusual for a senior citizen to be involved in a motor vehicle collision caused by someone else's negligence. In addition to the increased physical problems caused by any injuries, there are practical financial issues which are particular to seniors. The...
Foolish Or Felonious
When students go to college they sometimes have a new sense of freedom. On occasion that sense turns to foolishness which can sometimes turn into a felony criminal act. For example, it is not uncommon for a person to have too much to drink, become unaware of the...
Woman charged with drunk driving, assault and injuring sister
Some actions may feel harmless when they begin. When actions conflict with Pennsylvania law, an individual may face serious charges and consequences if convicted. One woman is likely speaking with an attorney about her recent arrest for drunk driving and assault....