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Lanham Act Update: Trademark Modernization Act

March 30, 2022

Business Law News

John Prorok

As of December 18, 2021, the Trademark Modernization Act (the “TMA”) took effect after having become law in December of 2020. The Lanham Act protects registered marks by clearing away…

What is in The New Bankruptcy Code or Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021?

March 9, 2021

Business Law News

John Prorok

The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021 (the “Act”) was signed into law on December 27, 2020, to address the economic impact of the COVID-19 pandemic. For any business which has…

COVID-19 Guidance: Impact on Contractual Obligations and Force Majeure Clauses

March 21, 2020

Business Law News, Construction Law News

Steven Engel

Given the current COVID-19 pandemic, contractual parties may find that they cannot perform their agreed upon duties or are incurring added unexpected costs. Force majeure, meaning “superior force,” is a common…

COVID-19 Guidance: Essential vs. Nonessential Businesses

March 18, 2020

Business Law News

John Prorok

As a result of the Governor’s efforts to close all nonessential businesses in Pennsylvania due to the COVID-19 outbreak, there is some confusion over the definition of a nonessential business.…

For the Borrower: LIBOR and SOFR FAQs

February 19, 2020

Business Law News

John Prorok

Written By: Kathleen C. McConnell, Esq. LIBOR (the London Interbank Offered Rate) is anticipated to be phased out and unavailable after December 31, 2021[i]. So, what happens to borrowers who…

How To Choose a Business Attorney in Pennsylvania

January 29, 2020

Business Law News

John Prorok

Whether you are starting up a new company, embarking on a complicated commercial transaction or developing updated company bylaws, navigating the legal landscape of business law can be challenging and…

What is the Pittsburgh Paid Sick Leave Law?

July 22, 2019

Business Law News

John Prorok

The Pittsburgh paid sick leave law states that every private employer must offer paid sick leave to their employees, regardless of size. For larger employers, defined as having 15 or…

Business Law News

Lanham Act Update: Trademark Modernization Act

What is in The New Bankruptcy Code or Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2021?

COVID-19 Guidance: Impact on Contractual Obligations and Force Majeure Clauses

COVID-19 Guidance: Essential vs. Nonessential Businesses

For the Borrower: LIBOR and SOFR FAQs

How To Choose a Business Attorney in Pennsylvania

What is the Pittsburgh Paid Sick Leave Law?

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