Alcohol

On August 10, 2017, the preliminary hearing for several former Penn State fraternity members charged in the tragic death of pledge Timothy Piazza is set to resume. The case centers on allegations of how underage drinking, hazing, and the sophomoric…

No matter the crime, if you find yourself charged with any type of criminal offense in the Philadelphia area, it is important to find a knowledgeable criminal defense attorney who can effectively navigate the court system and advocate for your…

It is important to remember that if a lapse in judgment ever rises to the level of a criminal charge, it is essential to follow the advice of an experienced criminal defense lawyer who can help you avoid the life-altering…

Recently, a Villanova student-athlete who had just acquired a prestigious position with a Wall Street firm ran into a fairly embarrassing legal predicament that would likely end his career before it began. This young man evidently had a little too…

Not long ago, a man was at a house party at Shippensburg University, but reportedly had too much to drink and incoherently left the house. Eventually, police found the young man and due to his intoxicated condition, charged him with…

On many college campuses, having a few drinks before turning 21 may seem like a very mild transgression or even a rite of passage; however, underage drinking is a crime and can lead to significant legal trouble with lasting ramifications….

Labor Day is one of many holiday weekends that sees a substantial increase in drunk driving. The combination of great weather, an extra day off work, and the approaching end of summer leads to increased gatherings with friends and family….

While youthful indiscretion is a natural part of growing up, it is important to remember that if your mistake escalates into criminal charges it is essential to consult an experienced criminal defense lawyer, who can advise you on how to…

If you’ve been charged with a crime like a DUI in Chester County, PA you will need a criminal defense lawyer like Michael Fienman, who has experience maneuvering through this usually stringent municipality. Recently, a young man and his girlfriend…

Recently, Philadelphia criminal defense attorney Michael Fienman represented a man, who after a night of drinking too much in Lower Merion Township, found himself faced with public drunkenness charges, which is a summary offense. Since the man was working in…