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What are the penalties for a second DUI in Pennsylvania?
As someone who has already faced arrest once for an impaired driving charge in Pennsylvania, you probably think you know what to expect. However, a second driving under the influence (DUI) charge will result in different penalties than a first offense. If you expect things to go the exact same way they did the first…
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3 acts that lead to ethics complaints for real estate agents
People buying or selling real estate depend on licensed real estate agents to provide them with guidance through the complex process of listing a property, drafting an offer or going through a closing. As a real estate agent, you may help buyers, sellers or both navigate real estate transactions. Often, your primary goal is to…
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Understanding drug charges in Pennsylvania
It is a serious matter to be accused of a drug crime. Whether you’re accused of selling prescription drugs without a license to do so or are fighting allegations of distributing illicit substances, you could face serious penalties and even imprisonment if you’re convicted. The thing to remember is that you are innocent until the…
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How a customer with a grudge could cost you your career
Pennsylvania licenses skilled and educated professionals in many industries. You need state licensing to work in medicine, architecture, real estate and cosmetology, among other professions. Once you have already invested time and money in a career that requires licensing, you likely want to continue developing that profession. Unfortunately, professionals who deal with the public are…
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When does financial fraud become a federal crime?
It can be hard to get ahead in life financially, especially if you started out with limited resources, have a lot of debt from school or have multiple dependents, like ailing parents or young children. Some people try to get creative in their efforts to generate income and obtain financial security. The drive to make…
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Could you lose your barber license?
Anyone who works in the hair industry knows that there are specific requirements that must be upheld. For example, if you have a barber license, then you face regulations and licensing requirements. Barbers are only licensed to perform specific services without additional certifications or training. Some services they offer include: Chemically straightening or waving hair…
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Can addiction lead to a nursing license revocation?
Your nursing license is a fundamental part of your career, and you worked hard to earn it. You know that having your license revoked is far worse than simply losing your job. Someone in another profession who simply gets fired is free to seek another job. A nurse who loses their license cannot even legally…
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Expungement of a DUI in Pennsylvania
Being convicted of a DUI can affect your entire life. You may feel embarrassed by the charge, especially if your community and people you work with know that you were found to be drunk driving. You may also feel that the DUI charge could have the potential to affect your future career prospects or your…
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Pharmacists and mistakes: Could it lead to disciplinary action?
As a pharmacist, you take great pride in your work. You have no intention of making a mistake, but you’re human. There could come a point when your lapse in judgement results in a serious error that affects a patient. The last thing you want to learn is that you’re under investigation for a mistake…
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What jobs might be sought by nurses who lost their license?
Nursing is an important profession in the Harrisburg area, but nurses are only human and sometimes make mistakes. Some of these mistakes could cost them their nursing license. It is important, then, to understand what careers may be sought by nurses who have had their license suspended or revoked altogether. Why might a nursing license…
