The crime of vehicular homicide can be complicated even more so by an accusation of the driver being under the influence of alcohol or drugs during the time that the crime was committed. The Bucks County homicide defense attorneys at Young, Marr & Associates...
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How Do DUI Checkpoints Work in Pennsylvania?
Generally speaking, police must have some valid reason to stop a driver on the road. However, in Pennsylvania, police have the authority to set up DUI Checkpoints (or roadblocks) under Title 75 Section 6308(b) which specifically allows police to stop a vehicle...
Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition (ARD) and the Chichkin Case
Accelerated Rehabilitative Disposition in Pennsylvania (hereafter referred to as ARD) is a Pennsylvania Statute that is encoded at Title 75 Section 1552. ARD is a minimally reporting probation, that varies from county to county in terms of the...
What Is the Difference Between a Felony and a Misdemeanor in Pennsylvania and NJ?
If you or a loved one has been charged with a felony or a misdemeanor, you may wonder what that means and what the differences between the two types of crimes are. Misdemeanors are more minor crimes and felonies are more serious. But both can carry significant...
SSDI Income Limits in Pennsylvania (Updated for 2021)
If you are disabled, you may be eligible for monthly Social Security Disability Insurance (SSDI) payments. To qualify for SSDI, your condition must be serious enough to limit your ability to earn a living. Earning a living does not necessarily mean you cannot work...
What Are the Gun Laws in Pennsylvania?
Did you know that in Pennsylvania, you do NOT need a license to carry a firearm in order to purchase a gun? You don’t need a license to own a gun either. Finally, you don’t even need a license to keep a gun in your home or place of business. So...
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The Results
Bankruptcy
“When we came to see Gail Marr, Esquire, we were behind on our mortgage and car, and really wondered if we would be able to dig ourselves out. However, Gail was totally patient and understanding and that made us feel more relaxed, and we were able to successfully complete a Chapter 13 Plan. We are now 5 years removed from bankruptcy, and it was the best thing that we had ever decided to do.”
"Paul, you were so understanding and sympathetic, I truly felt like you understood where I was coming from. I was terrified and thought I would never be able to make it through, but you changed my opinion of attorneys, and I would highly recommend you to anyone who is in need of financial help."
Disability
Daria S. is under the age of 50 and classified by Social Security as a younger individual. She was denied benefits in Pennsylvania and came to our office with complaints of uncontrolled dizziness and vomiting with numbness and right side tinnitus. Her previous work history was with the U.S. Postal Service. Her primary diagnoses included vertigo and Meniere’s Disease. We were successful in helping Daria obtain benefits.
“Mr. Young was very knowledgeable and made us feel at ease with our situation. He handled our case very professionally and in a more timely manner than I have heard of other attorneys through friends. His staff was also very understanding and helpful. I would definitely recommend him and his firm and would use him again, if needed, in the future!”
Criminal Defense
Client was facing 90 days minimum imprisonment for a 2nd offense DUI. Case was dismissed at the Preliminary Hearing when the officer was unable to prove that the client operated the vehicle.
Client was originally charged with Felony criminal mischief for allegedly destroying thousands of dollars of bread and cookies in a supermarket in Yardley, PA. Client was found not guilty by jury of all criminal charges, sentenced by the judge for summary violation to pay $500.00 fine. Received worldwide coverage from the Associated Press and Newsweek Magazine and story was on all 4 local news stations, CNN and the Court Channel.