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Did I really operate a car under the influence of alcohol? Breathylzer Questioned.
A recent Dauphin County DUI trial has called into question the reliability of the widely used breathalyzer device, the Intoxilyzer 5000. The device, commonly used by Pennsylvania State Police, is used to measure the blood alcohol content from an individual’s breath. Pennsylvania currently has a three tier system with respect to DUI charges. The legal limit for […]
Learn MoreSchool starting brings new problems.
Even though there is only one month of summer remaining before the start of school, many teens across Pennsylvania are trying to make the most of their remaining vacation time, including hanging out and partying with friends. Unfortunately, hanging out with friends may sometimes result in opportunities for underage drinking and possible arrests for the […]
Learn MorePennsylvania Superior Court Recognizes Emotional Distress as a Bodily Injury
A recent Superior Court decision ruled that emotional distrees is considered a “bodily injury” under an automobile insurance policy. In this case, a family member witnessed a loved one die in a car accident, and had emotional injuries including nightmares, loss of sleep, depression and other physical manifestation. In its analysys, the court reasoned that, […]
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