Posts in Violent Crimes

Sep 17 How Can I Defend Against False Allegations of Domestic Violence or Abuse?

Allegations of domestic violence are more common than most people would imagine. For example, in one year there were 108,525 calls ...

Feb 16 Can Juveniles Still Be Sentenced to Life in Prison Without the Possibility of Parole in Pennsylvania?

What state has the most people serving life in prison without the possibility of parole for crimes they committed as juveniles? ...

Feb 09 When Can a Person Claim Self Defense Under Pennsylvania’s Stand Your Ground Law?

This week a small business owner in Northeast Philadelphia received a lot of attention when he shot and killed a robber. According ...

Jan 24 What Is the Difference Between Simple Assault and Aggravated Assault in Pennsylvania?

A question I am asked often is, “What Is the Difference Between Simple Assault and Aggravated Assault in Pennsylvania?” In ...

Jan 16 Tragedies Lead to Tougher Straw Purchase of Firearms Laws in PA — Philadelphia Man Faces 31 to 63 Year in Prison for Straw Purchases of Gun Used to Kill Officer Brad Fox

The debate surrounding the Second Amendment’s “right to bear arms” rages on, and while the Federal Government may take steps in ...

Oct 10 Witnesses' and Accomplices' Testimony Can Change Your Life — Make Sure an Attorney is Defending Your Rights

In 1984, Terrance Williams of Philadelphia was sentenced to die for the murder of Amos Norwood. In September of 2012, Mr. ...