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Potential challenges to a breath alcohol test
The results of a breath alcohol test are going to be a major part of your case if you’ve been accused of drunk driving. The police generally use both field sobriety tests and/or a breath test to determine if a driver is actually impaired or not. If you were just taking the field sobriety tests,…
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What is accounting malpractice?
As an accountant, you’re seasoned in helping individuals and businesses with their financial obligations. You pay attention to every detail and leave no stone unturned. Recently, a client has accused you of malpractice, which has the potential to place your professional license in jeopardy. What is accounting malpractice and what are your options if you…
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Why do teens drink alcohol?
You may have a niece, nephew or cousin who was recently caught underage drinking. It can be confusing to understand why someone so young would want to drink – especially when the consequences are so high, but some teens don’t realize there are consequences for underage drinking. So what leads teens to drink? Here’s what…
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What is an alibi defense and how do I raise it?
If you have been falsely accused and subsequently charged with a crime, you need to fight for justice. Because if you do not, you may pay the price for an offense that you had nothing to do with. And this is unfair. One of the defense options you can explore when charged with a crime…
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Do you have to report your conviction to your licensing board?
Your professional license allows you to work as a nurse or an accountant in Pennsylvania. You have to prove that you meet educational criteria for licensing and that you also meet certain ethical standards. Having a clean criminal background is often part of securing a professional license. If you were arrested recently for a minor…
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What should businesses include in their day-to-day contracts?
Businesses have numerous day-to-day contracts that help guide their operations and the relationships they have with suppliers, clients and even employees. The language within a contract dictates what obligations each party has. Including the right terms in your business contracts will make a big difference in how functional and enforceable those contracts are for your…
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Which business entity best protects professional licenses?
If you own or are a partner in a professional business, you want to structure your organization in a way that protects you from liability. Examples of business entities to choose from include: A limited liability company (LLC) A partnership A sole corporation These entities offer protection, but they may not help when you want…
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Can you bring legal marijuana into Pennsylvania?
You know that you cannot legally buy recreational marijuana in Pennsylvania. In fact, there are those who describe the state’s laws on marijuana in general as some of the strictest in the entire country. You could spend time behind bars simply for possessing a very small amount of the plant. However, this is not the…
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Is it possible to get an expungement in Pennsylvania?
If you have a criminal history that you want to have expunged, you should know that it may be possible to do so in Pennsylvania. In fact, the Pennsylvania State Police have the process laid out easily for you on their website, including that you should fill out form SP 4-170, pay $20 to the…
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CE requirements to retain your psychologist license
As a board-certified psychologist, you must meet several requirements to maintain your professional licensure. You have to complete a minimum requirement of contact hours, keep appropriate records of client contact hours and pursue continuing education (CE) in your field of study. Still, it can be challenging to meet the demands of obtaining continuing education credits…
