Author Archives: Gary Gerson
Wilkinsburg girl admits to trying to set guard on fire
Juvenile crimes like assault and attempted murder may have your child tried as an adult if the case goes to court. Those who have children who are arrested for juvenile crimes should speak to an attorney about your defense. A good defense lawyer on your side may be the difference between in your child’s life…. Read More »
Shuman guard charged with sex crimes
Recently, we have heard a lot of stories of sex crimes involving adults in positions of power who coax teens into sexual acts and sexual situations. Mostly, these stories come from high schools, not only in Western Pennsylvania, but all over the country. These stories are intriguing to many people because there is a constant, lingering… Read More »
Arrested for driving on a suspended license
Driving on a suspended license, especially if that license has been suspend because of a drunk driving conviction in Pennsylvania, can be a painful process that may lead to jail and longer suspension times. A good Pittsburgh criminal defense attorney can help you avoid jail time, costly fines, and a longer suspension. Pittsburgh drunk… Read More »
Pair of office workers commit white collar crimes
White collar crimes such as theft, embezzlement, and laundering carry with them large fines, jail time, and other stiff penalties. If convicted, it is very likely that the crime will be considered a felony, seriously hindering the guilty party of obtaining gainful employment upon release of prison and/or probation. If you have questions about white… Read More »
Wrongfully convicted man set to sue; will cost taxpayers
Wrongful imprisonment happens much more than Americans care to admit. It’s one of those subjects that many force out of their minds because they hate to think the justice system has failed someone so horribly that they will have spent months, years, possibly decades in prison having never broken the law. People who are… Read More »
Criminal defense attorney for college student in Pittsburgh
With classes starting and the lives of college-goers in Pittsburgh in full swing, Western Pennsylvania criminal defense attorney Gary Gerson would like to address college-aged kids who find themselves in trouble with the law. As a Pittsburgh criminal defense attorney who regularly represents college students from Pitt, Duquesne, Carlow, CCAC, and Carnegie Mellon who… Read More »
Legal consequences of drinking alcohol on college campuses
With the approach of the end of summer and Labor Day weekend, college students are beginning their annual migration back to our local colleges for the start of the school year. It is a time for optimism, meeting new friends or reuniting with classmates. Unfortunately, the focus of social life on college campuses involves underage… Read More »
North Side boy shot by step-father in accident
Violent crimes such as homicide and manslaughter, whether intentional or not, result in some of the strictest penalties we have in the United States. Accidents happen, and if you are unfortunate enough have a grave accident such as this happen to you, you will need a quality criminal defense attorney who can help you through… Read More »
Drunk driving arrests over Labor Day weekend
The Law Offices of Gary E. Gerson would like to wish everyone in and around Pittsburgh and throughout the tri-state region a wonderful Labor Day weekend. As you gear up to take a trip for the holiday, it’s important to remember to be responsible if you choose to imbibe over the holiday weekend. No… Read More »
Man guilty of drunk driving, other charges awaits sentencing
Drunk driving laws have changed a great deal over the last thirty years. With programs like MADD and SADD and more attention being drawn to the problem of drunk driving, rarely is there leniency for people who are arrested for the crime. We know that most drunk driving arrests do not end in accidents, but… Read More »
