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Do I need to be drunk to get a DUI?
“Drunk” is a subjective term. You might not feel drunk, but the police can still arrest you and charge you with driving under the influence (DUI) if they believe you are. Who you are and what you are doing at the time play a role in when they can do this. If the police see…
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3 ways substance abuse could affect a doctor’s medical license
Becoming a physician requires years of Investments. In addition to the graduate schooling required, physicians need to maintain a license issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine. To keep a license to work as a physician in Pennsylvania, you need to pay licensing fees, maintain appropriate insurance and commit to continuing education requirements. All…
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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…
