Five MBM Law Attorneys Included in Best Lawyers in America®
Maiello Brungo & Maiello, LLP (MBM Law), proudly announces that five of its attorneys have been named in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers in America®. The 2025 edition of…
Legal Insights
The Importance of Having Clear, Enforced Policies in Your Business
John Prorok
Why do businesses and governmental entities need formal written policies? Policies serve to: standardize operations and reduce the risk of unwanted events; ensure compliance with objectives; adhere to legal rules…
Understanding New FLSA Overtime Rules for School Districts
Christina Lane
The Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) mandates that certain employees receive overtime pay for all hours worked beyond a 40-hour workweek. In response to the evolving needs of today’s workforce,…
The Future of AI Learning: Legal Considerations for School Administrators
Christina Lane
While artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries, its application in classrooms is still in its early stages. Though the potential for AI-powered tools to personalize learning and enhance instruction is…
Krisha DiMascio Delivers Impactful Information on Child Abuse Reporting
Alfred Maiello
Krisha DiMascio, a well-regarded education law attorney at Maiello Brungo & Maiello, delivered a pivotal presentation on child abuse reporting to the entire Penn-Trafford School District team on May 3.…
What are Sandbagging Clauses in Merger and Acquisition Purchase Agreements?
John Prorok
In the complex world of mergers and acquisitions, a key part of negotiations often involves what are known as pro and anti-sandbagging clauses. These are rules in a purchase agreement,…
Christina Lane Presents on Chronic Truancy as a Barrier to FAPE at LRP’s National Institute Conference
Alfred Maiello
Maiello Brungo & Maiello, LLP is proud to announce that partner, Christina Lane presented at the 45th Annual LRP’s National Institute Conference on May 5 in Savannah, Georgia. A highly…
Criminal Background Checks and Hiring Decisions
Michael Brungo
As an employer or human resource (HR) department, are you unsure of how to proceed when a background check reveals a criminal record? In today’s hiring climate, now more than…
Construction Law Attorney Appointed General Counsel of Associated Builders & Contractors
Steven Engel
Maiello Brungo & Maiello, LLP a respected law firm specializing in construction law and related litigation in Pittsburgh, proudly announces the appointment of Steven P. Engel as the General Counsel…
Understanding “Maintenance Work” Under Pennsylvania’s Prevailing Wage Act
Steven Engel
The Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act (43 P.S. §165-1 et seq (the “Act”)) sets the minimum pay (including wages and fringe benefits) that workers on public construction projects must receive. The…
Securing Your School: Understanding Your Options for On-Campus Security Personnel
Christina Lane
When it comes to employing individuals to protect the students and staff at your School District, there are a variety of options available. “School security personnel” encompass School Police Officers…
Pennsylvania Property Tax Assessments
Donald Walsh
Pennsylvania’s State Tax Equalization Board (“STEB”) publishes what is known as a “CLR” or Common Level Ratio for each County in the Commonwealth on an annual basis. In appeals across…
Human Resource Laws and Regulations HR Professionals Should Know in 2024
Michael Brungo
While this guide was originally published in 2021, it has been extensively updated with the latest HR information and HR regulations relevant to the year 2024. There are numerous federal,…
MBM Education Attorneys Present on Furloughs
Alfred Maiello
What School District Human Resource Professionals Need to Know Maiello Brungo & Maiello, LLP attorneys Christina Lane and Krisha DiMascio presented to almost 100 human resource professionals at the SWHRO…
Chief Deputy District Attorney Joins Maiello Brungo & Maiello
Alfred Maiello
Maiello Brungo and Maiello, LLP (MBM) is pleased to welcome Gregory M. Reichart to its accomplished team of attorneys. Mr. Reichart will serve as an Associate member of the firm’s…