FAQ

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Have questions about your specific situation, the legal process, or interested in getting more information on the Philadelphia-based law firm of Greenblatt, Pierce, Funt and Flores? Experience and trust are everything when it comes to resolving a criminal or civil legal situation and we’ve built our reputation on both — one case at a time. Please review our Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) and please feel free to contact our office for a free consultation to discuss your situation with one of our attorneys.

GENERAL QUESTIONS

• Is there any cost for talking to an attorney at Greenblatt, Pierce, Funt and Flores about your situation?
• Do you have a case?
• How do you know if you need to hire a lawyer?
• How do you select an attorney for your case?
• What Makes GPF&F Different from Most law Firms?
• Why Greenblatt, Pierce, Funt and Flores for your criminal defense or civil case?
• Will you actually get to meet with an attorney?
• What if you can’t make it to one of our offices?
• What if you are concerned about the legal fees?
• Will the things you tell your lawyer remain confidential?

CRIMINAL LAW / CRIMINAL DEFENSE

• What should you do if you have been arrested?
• What is the difference between a criminal and a civil case?
• What are your rights if you have been accused of a crime?
• What should you do if you get a call that a loved one has been arrested?
• How do you get out of jail after an arrest?
• Why should you hire a criminal defense attorney?
• What is the difference between a felony and a misdemeanor?
• What types of punishments do you face if convicted of a crime?
• Can a person be guilty of drunk driving after having only one drink?
• What is the role of state government versus federal government in criminal law?
• What is the difference between probation and parole?
• How does a district attorney decide which criminals to go after?
• What is the difference between rape and sexual assault?

TRAFFIC LAW / VIOLATIONS / LICENSE SUSPENSION

• Can you lose your license because of a moving violation?
• Can the police search your car and arrest you over a traffic offense?
• What do you do if you are pulled over for impaired driving?
• What should you do if your driver’s license is suspended or revoked?
• What should you do if you are in an accident?

FAMILY LAW / DIVORCE / CHILD CUSTODY

• How much will it cost you to get a divorce?
• How long does it take to get a divorce?
• How does the Court divide property and debts?
• What is considered marital property and non-marital property?
• What effect does adultery or other bad conduct of a spouse have on the division of property?
• What is the process for divorce?
• Will you have to pay alimony?
• Can alimony be changed after the divorce?
• How does a court determine custody?
• How is the amount of child support determined?
• What is the difference between physical custody and legal custody?
• What do you do if court-ordered child support is not being paid?
• Can the child support amount ever be changed?

EMPLOYMENT LAW / DISCRIMINATION / EMPLOYEE RIGHTS

• What types of claims can employees bring against employers?
• If more than one employee is experiencing the same problem at work, should we see a lawyer together?
• Are there questions an employer is not allowed to ask during a job interview?
• Can an employer refuse you medical leave?
• What should you do if you know your employer is breaking the law
• Can your employer require you to work off the clock?