Wi-Fi Hotspots and Liability Concerns
It is a current trend for private and public entities to set up a wireless local-area, or wireless fidelity, network…
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“No Damage for Delay” Still Exists In Pa
Owners, in drafting construction contracts, include “no damage for delay” clauses which preclude a contractor or subcontractor from obtaining a…
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Commercial Lease Inducements and Tax Treatment
Often with commercial leases a tenant will seek or be offered a form of inducement for its lease of premises,…
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Subsidence – Abandoned Mines In Pennsylvania
Problems and Solutions Pennsylvania coal has been mined since the 1800’s[1]. Before 1977[2] under-regulated mining left open pits, coal refuse,…
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No More Mechanic’s Lien Waivers in Pennsylvania (sort of)
The Pennsylvania legislature has passed a law revising the Mechanics’ Lien Law of 1963 that, as of January 1, 2007,…
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Student Complaints Against Teachers Guidelines to Protect the District
Student or parent complaints regarding misconduct by teachers is always a sensitive matter but one which requires prompt and immediate…
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Garnishing Tenant’s Wages for Delinquent Rent – Residential Dwelling
Effective January 21, 2006, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court has put in place rules enabling a residential landlord to attach a…
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Premises Liability for Third Party Crime
Owners and managers of commercial property (including leased residential properties) can be held liable under civil negligence claims for harm…
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