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Conflicts between family members can take many forms and have a multitude of legal consequences. These disputes may develop due to longstanding issues and, consequently, can be particularly bitter and contentious.

Recklessly endangering another person is a misdemeanor of the second degree that can be charged if authorities believe an individual’s conduct places or may place someone else in danger of death or serious injury.

When you’ve been accused of sexual assault, you probably feel alone without any hope in sight. After you’re charged, it is key to immediately contact a sex offenses attorney and...

Often times, attorneys aren't readily available at the drop of a hat, and I am here to break that pattern. Here is why an always-available attorney is the attorney you should work with.

As anyone who has ever been falsely accused of a sex crime can tell you, being charged with sexual assault doesn’t make you a monster. While there are so many real victims out there...there are, unfortunately, those who choose to make sexual assault accusations for all the wrong reasons.

When you’re facing criminal charges for a sex crime, it helps to know exactly what you’re up against. Below, you’ll find a simplified breakdown of Pennsylvania’s current definitions and penalties for three commonly confused terms: rape, sexual assault, and sexual harassment.

True victims of domestic violence have legal rights to protection for themselves, and any dependent children involved, from such danger. A PFA filing can be a great resource for establishing the protection needed.

Every day, people in Pittsburgh and throughout Pennsylvania face serious sexual offenses because of simple mistakes involving pornography. Often, they aren’t even aware the pornography is on their computer or saved to their phone until the police have already...

Domestic violence agencies in Allegheny County: Alle-kiski Area HOPE Center, Inc 1-888-299-HOPE (4673) Crisis Center North 412-364-5556 Womansplace 412-678-4616 Women’s Center and Shelter 1-877-338-8255 Domestic violence agencies in Armstrong County: HAVIN 1-888-841-8881 Domestic violence agencies in Butler County: VOICE: 1-800-440-8551 Domestic violence agencies in Westmoreland County: Alle-kiski Area HOPE Center, Inc 1-888-299-HOPE (4673) Blackburn Center 1-888-832-2272 National Domestic Vio...

Why hire an attorney? Can’t I do this on my own? The school districts and municipalities will have legal counsel, so you need to make it a fair fight. There will be significant money at stake, probably over the course of many years. Retaining affordable representation with AAAL – Allegheny Attorneys At Law, P.C. is usually well worth the long-term ...