I am a 26-year Jenkintown resident, past Jenkintown Borough council member, past volunteer coach, local lawyer, and local law firm owner in Jenkintown, PA. In 2024, the current Magisterial District Judge, Elizabeth McHugh of local court 38-1-02 intends to retire. Montgomery County Court Administration has announced plans to eliminate and consolidate her Court with neighboring Abington and Cheltenham courts. I intend to run for this Judgeship, hoping to continue serving my community as judge, and keep this Court open. I oppose the closure of this Court, and I ask that you also oppose its closure. Court 38-1-02 is an important community resource, and its closure negatively impacts not only Jenkintown, but also Abington and Cheltenham. Let me explain why.
(more…)Thirteen years ago, Joseph’s nightmare began. Behind a McDonald’s restaurant, three men attacked Joseph. The three attackers—all white men—had prior criminal records for drugs and thefts. Joseph, however, was a proud father and husband, and led a crime-free life. While racism and implicit bias are key issues today, thirteen years ago, they were more present and less discussed. Joseph, an undocumented Haitian immigrant, was disbelieved when he told police he acted in self-defense. Joseph explained to police that when the three men tried to rob him, he used a bat to defend his life. And even though Joseph had no criminal record, was employed full time, was a husband and father, the police didn’t believe Joseph. Because the police went with the three men’s story, Joseph was charged with robbery and aggravated assault.
(more…)Emmett Madden and ThePhillyLawyers partners with Kilkenny Law to chair their newly founded personal injury and civil litigation division.
R. Emmett Madden, Esq., owner and founder of ThePhillyLawyers—the Delaware Valley’s premier Personal Injury and Criminal Defense litigation firm—is excited to announce our partnership with Kilkenny Law.
Mr. Madden will be chairing Kilkenny Law’s newly incorporated Personal Injury Department. Kilkenny Law, which was founded by former Justice Advocate General Officer and current Montgomery County Sheriff, Sean Kilkenny, was traditionally focused on Municipal Law, Zoning, and Land Use litigation. But now, to offer the best representation to injured victims, these two firms are combining their resources and experience.
If you suffered an injury from a large corporation, a trucking accident, a car accident, or professional negligence, call us. We will provide you strong and aggressive representation to maximize your financial award.
ThePhillyLawyers is proud to announce R. Emmett Madden has been named as a 2021 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer, an honor received since 2010. After a difficult start to the decade for so many, we are excited for the roaring 20’s to take off in full swing. Emmett is here for you, whatever life hands you next.
ThePhillyLawyers focuses on criminal defense and personal injury.
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The annual selections are made using a patented multiphase process that includes:
This is an exclusive list, recognizing no more than five percent of attorneys in Pennsylvania.
ThePhillyLawyers is grateful for this honor.
Are gun applications confusing?
Answer: Yes.
For most people, to legally purchase a gun in Pennsylvania, the rules are confusing. To apply to purchase a gun, an applicant must complete a questionnaire. The questionnaire asks whether an applicant has ever been convicted of a crime that could result in prison time greater than one year. Because this question is poorly worded, applicants are often confused.
How are gun applications confusing?
Answer: See below.
For example, if a person was convicted of a misdemeanor and received a sentence of six months to one year of probation. Should this applicant answer “Yes” or “No” on the forms? An applicant may assume that they can answer “No”. Or often, an applicant will ask the gun store employee who then encourages an applicant to answer “No”. But in this scenario, if you were to answer “No”, this would not only be incorrect, but it would also be a serious crime.
If an applicant mistakenly or intentionally lies on a gun application, that is considered fraud in Pennsylvania.
(more…)Our client was driving her dog to the veterinarian when a tractor trailer turned into her lane of travel, resulting in a serious accident. She was rushed into surgery with two burst vertebrae, a concussion, and various other injuries. Early in process she contacted ThePhillyLawyers. We made sure she received the best medical treatment and that all her bills were paid. For her case, we hired medical, traffic, and engineering experts, leaving nothing to chance. The truck driver plead guilty in Traffic Court to making an illegal left turn.
After over a year of rehabilitation and treatment, she wanted the entire ordeal behind her. We hired experts proving liability and illustrating the large financial, emotional, and physical impact the crash had on her and her family. The defendants agreed to an early mediation.
Mediation is a process used to settle a lawsuit without costly time-consuming litigation. Jury trials are expensive and emotionally draining. In mediation, the two sides agree to a respected lawyer who acts as a mediator and evaluates all the evidence. The mediator reviews all treatment records, lost wage records, as well as expert reports on future medical expenses, future lost wages and future medical and physical problems.
At mediation, we presented our case as if we were in front of the jury. Overwhelmed and impressed, the defendant’s lawyer and the mediator understood we were serious and made an offer normally only made on the eve of a trial. Experience teaches that the best way to get a large pre-trial settlement is to show your opponent you are prepared for a jury trial.
If you have been severely injured by a careless truck driver, call or text Emmett Madden and ThePhillyLawyers today.
See the following article on PennLive concerning a woman who falsely accused our client of abuse—in a clear attempt to escape multiple federal charges.
She filed a false Protection from Abuse petition against our client in an effort to cover her tracks and to prevent him from contacting the authorities.
We at ThePhillyLawyers are proud to have incredible in-court and trial experience. Fighting cases is what we do best, but sometimes an opportunity arises to negotiate and settle a matter prior to trial, making the entire process easier. Our own Margeaux Cigainero, Esquire recently had a successful non-trial disposition in the case of Commonwealth v. H.T.N.
Imagine this: The police have been conducting surveillance on a Philadelphia warehouse for weeks, suspecting it may be the center of an illegal operation. One day, they pull over a van associated with the location and in their search discover marijuana. Not an ounce of marijuana. Not a pound of marijuana. 630 pounds of marijuana.
Needless to say, the driver, Henry [not his actual name] could not finish his joy ride. The police arrested him immediately.
In Commonwealth v. H.T.N. our client was facing up to five years of incarceration and a $630,000.00 fine. Attorney Cigainero communicated to Henry all his legal options and worked with him to achieve the best-case scenario. As a husband and father, Henry wanted to be out of custody as soon as possible so he could continue to provide for and be present in the lives of his children.
After our client posted bail, we quickly began negotiations with the District Attorney’s office. Within a few weeks, Henry was released to house arrest and was able to continue working and spending time with his young family. He never saw the inside of a prison. He paid almost no fines, and he was able to live with his family and continue to work. Positive outcomes in the criminal justice system often require creative problem solving, negotiations, and listening to our client’s needs.
Are you in need of a lawyer who will listen to you and act only in your best interests? ThePhillyLawyers wants to hear from you. Our firm has a proven record of success, defending thousands of clients against criminal charges not just in Philadelphia, but in courtrooms all over Pennsylvania. For a free consultation, call or text us today at 215-884-9300.
