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06/05/2025

To All Pennsylvania Drivers,

Be advised that the "Paul Miller Law" goes into effect TODAY, Thursday, June 5, 2025. This means that under the new law, using an interactive device will be illegal, even if stopped at a red light. The law describes illegal use as:

Operating a motor vehicle on a highway, including while the motor vehicle is temporarily stationary because of traffic, a traffic control device or other momentary delay. The term does not include operating a motor vehicle if the driver moved the vehicle to the side of or off of a highway and halted in a location where the vehicle can safely remain stationary.

"Use an interactive mobile device." As follows:
(1) Using at least one hand to hold, or supporting with another part of the body, an interactive mobile device.
(2) Dialing or answering an interactive mobile device by pressing more than a single button.
(3) Reaching for an interactive mobile device in a manner that requires a driver to maneuver so that the driver is no longer in a seated driving position, restrained by a seat belt that is installed in accordance with 49 CFR 393.93 (relating to seats, seat belt assemblies, and seat belt assembly anchorages) and adjusted in accordance with the vehicle manufacturer's instructions.

You can read the law in it's entirety at the link posed below.

Statutes of Pennsylvania and the Constitution of Pennsylvania

06/02/2025

In Pennsylvania we are facing some shockingly new case law regarding ARDs and their application to DUI Sentencing, as well as all other criminal sentencing. If you, or anyone you know is facing a DUI, or has any ongoing criminal issues with a prior ARD, please feel free to reach out to us. We can help you navigate the chaos and defend your rights. (610) 272-6800.

03/07/2023

See our new blog article about how the U.S. Supreme Court has limited civil liability under the federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act.

The federal Computer Fraud and Abuse Act, 18 U.S.C. 1030 (“CFAA”), essentially an anti-hacking statute, is primarily a criminal law. However, under certain circumstances, the CFAA affords a private civil right of action. Pursuant to Section 1030(g) of...

11/07/2022

The Law Office of Donoghue & Picker is seeking a part-time (20-25 hours per week) legal secretary/receptionist for its Blue Bell, PA office. Our focus as a law practice is mainly on litigation, family law, personal injury, and criminal defense. Candidates should have some prior law firm environment experience, be proficient in MS Word, Excel, Outlook, and OneDrive, have excellent organizational skills, and be able to professionally interact with clients and others. Competitive compensation provided. This position is one with room to grow into a position with more hours or even a full-time position with full benefits as our firm continues to grow. Please visit our website at www.jdbplaw.com to find either of the managing partner's email for your ability to submit your resume and a brief cover letter.

PERSONAL Every legal matter gets our personal attention. We will advise and guide you throughout the legal process, promptly respond to you, and always keep you informed. PRACTICAL We work effectively and efficiently to achieve your specific goals,...

09/30/2022

Lawyers in Pennsylvania use IOLTA trust accounts to hold certain client funds. Before 1996, banks offering IOLTA accounts in Pennsylvania had immunity with regard to anything happening in such accounts. However, most lawyers, judges and banks don't know that banks lost that immunity in 1996. Read my blog article on the subject.

In 1988, Pennsylvania established the Interest on Lawyers’ Trust Accounts Act (the “IOLTA Act”), 62 P.S. 4021 et seq. The IOLTA Act imposed a requirement upon attorneys to hold certain client funds, such as trust retainers and settlement...

08/10/2022

This morning Jason woke up to a pretty awesome email where he saw this award that he earned. This marks our second year of operations for Donoghue & Picker, and is also Jason’s 2 year in a row of being one of the top rated lawyers in the legal community.

Thank you everyone for the support and great ratings on the work that we do for you. We are working on continuing to build a great firm that can handle all of your legal needs. This award can’t be bought or paid for, this is one that is earned by the reviews of our clients which makes it one of the best you can get in our eyes. Thank you again for the support as we strive to be the best representation that you can have for your legal needs.

06/28/2022

Our office is moving to Blue Bell, effective June 30, 2022. Find out more by clicking below.

We’re moving! Effective June 30, 2022, our new address will be: Donoghue & Picker, LLC 790 Penllyn Blue Bell Pike Suite 305 Blue Bell, PA 19422 We look forward to meeting with you at our new office.

06/09/2022

Take a look at our newest blog post, "U.S. Supreme Court Guts Ability to Sue Federal Officers for Civil Rights Violations."
https://jdbplaw.com/u-s-supreme-court-guts-ability-to-sue-federal-officers-for-civil-rights-violations/

On June 8, 2022, in a 6-3 decision where the Justices were divided by political philosophy, the U.S. Supreme Court issued its opinion in Egbert v. Boule, No. 21-147. There, a U.S. Border Patrol agent assaulted the plaintiff...

06/06/2022

Donoghue & Picker is proud to announce that Benjamin R. Picker has been selected as a 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer for commercial litigation. Only 5% of Pennsylvania attorneys are selected as Super Lawyers.

Donoghue & Picker is proud to announce that Benjamin R. Picker has been selected as a 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyer for commercial litigation. Only 5% of Pennsylvania attorneys are selected as Super Lawyers. Super Lawyers selects attorneys who...

04/23/2022

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Kevin J. Donoghue