Posts in October, 2024

Oct 31, 2024Criminal Record Avoided with Diversionary Program
When people make mistakes and break the law, a criminal record is not always the best outcome for society. In man...
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Oct 28, 2024Empowering Our Community Through Pro Bono Legal Services
At van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin, our dedication extends beyond advocacy to active service within the Philadelphia community. Through ou...
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Oct 24, 2024From Florida Roots to Philadelphia Justice: My Journey as a Criminal Defense Attorney
{Excerpt from an interview with Growing up with two attorneys as parents and being told I was great at arguing...
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Oct 21, 2024What Happens After You’ve Been Charged with Assault in Philadelphia?
Facing an 1. Immediate Arrest and Booking If the police believe you have committed assault, you will likely be arreste...
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Oct 17, 2024Eight-Year Sentence Reduced to Non-Custodial Sentence, Allowing Former Law Enforcement Officer to Move on With His Life
We are excited to report that a client of ours who is a former law enforcement officer had his proposed plea-dea...
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Oct 14, 2024From Entertainment to Advocacy: Steven Bryson’s Fight for Justice and Representation
{Excerpt from interview with My path to law wasn’t traditional. Before pursuing a legal career, I spent seven years i...
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Oct 10, 2024Do’s and Don’ts After a Car Accident in Philadelphia to Strengthen Your Injury Claim
Being involved in a Do’s After a Philadelphia Car Accident Do Seek Medical Attention Immediately Even if you feel fine...
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Oct 7, 2024From Intern to Advocate: My Journey from Temple University to the Courtroom
{Excerpt from an interview with Adam Leasure, attorney with van der Veen, Hartshorn, Levin & Lindheim} In the summer of 2018...
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Oct 4, 2024How to Handle Pedestrian Accident Claims: A Guide for Injured Victims in Pennsylvania
Pedestrian accidents Understanding Pedestrian Accident Liability in Pennsylvania In Pennsylvania, liability for pedestrian accidents is determined using a comparative negligence system...
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Oct 1, 202410 Mistakes to Avoid in Your Pennsylvania Personal Injury Case
When accidents happen, the road to recovery is often paved with both physical and legal challenges. Filing a 1. Delayin...
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