Important Update: CDC Issues Updated Guidance for Schools
On July 9th, the CDC issued updated guidance with a preference for return to in-person instruction for K-12 schools. The key takeaway from this guidance is that school districts should…
Legal Insights
PA Act 65 of 2021 Creates New Agenda Requirements for Governmental Entities
Alfred Maiello
On June 30, 2021, Governor Wolf enacted Act 65 of 2021 creating new requirements for governmental entities to provide notice of certain meeting agenda items to the general public. Act…
PA Senate Passes Law Providing Optional Year of Education Due to COVID-19
Alfred Maiello
Senate Bill 664 (Act 66) amending the School Code to permit an additional year of education in response to lost educational opportunities was signed into law on June 30th and…
Court Upholds Employee’s Termination for Violating Employer’s Social Media Policy
Michael Brungo
The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit recently decided the case of Ellis v. Bank of New York Mellon Corp., a case involving claims of racial discrimination…
PRIETO V. SCHOOL DISTRICT OF PHILADELPHIA (INTEMPERANCE – TEACHER GROUNDS FOR DISMISSAL)
Alfred Maiello
In a recent decision regarding a termination case brought by a former professional employee, the Pennsylvania Secretary of Education issued an Opinion upholding the dismissal of the professional employee, Hugo…
Effect of Pandemic on School Employee Furloughs
Alfred Maiello
As School Districts finalize their budgets for the upcoming 2021-2022 School Year, one of the unknown factors districts will face is the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on tax revenues.…
Tips for Holding a Successful and Safe Prom
Alfred Maiello
Prom season is right around the corner – and planning for a prom during a pandemic brings with it a unique set of challenges. Widespread vaccine administration and less rigid…
PA Attorneys Can Now Participate in Special Education Mediation
Alfred Maiello
Effective March 1, 2021, attorneys are now permitted to participate in special education mediation meetings if the parent chooses to attend with counsel. What is the difference between a resolution…
Pandemic Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) Denials:
Alfred Maiello
Special Education Case Comparisons Parents, students, teachers, and school communities have struggled to provide appropriate instruction during the pandemic. Challenges have arisen with the use of technology, providing content for…
COVID-19 Guidance: CDC Updates Mask Guidelines for Vaccinated Individuals
John Prorok
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (“CDC”) recently announced that fully vaccinated people no longer need to wear masks except in certain situations. However, this announcement does not necessarily mean…
Maiello Brungo & Maiello Announces Partnership with Greensburg Community Development Corporation COVID-19 Relief Program
Alfred Maiello
Pittsburgh law firm partnering with GCDC and supporting small business owners by providing legal and human resources services. Pittsburgh, PA (April 2021): Pittsburgh law firm Maiello Brungo & Maiello (MBM)…
Filing of Evictions Subject to CDC Order
Alfred Maiello
Allegheny County Continues to Permit Filing of Evictions Subject to CDC Order On March 31, 2021, President Judge Clark issued an Order that continues to permit the filing of residential…
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 & Temporary Free COBRA Coverage
Michael Brungo
American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Provides Temporary Free COBRA Coverage for Certain Employees Affected by COVID-19 Employers have new COBRA obligations under The American Rescue Plan Act of 2021…
Recent Ruling Grants PA Business Owner COVID-19 Insurance Coverage
Alfred Maiello
Does your PA business insurance cover COVID-19 Losses? On March 22, 2021, Judge Christina Ward issued a Memorandum and Order of Court, which may throw a lifeline to businesses that…
PA Adopts CDC Revised Social Distancing Guidelines for Schools
Alfred Maiello
On March 19, 2021, the CDC revised its guidance to reduce the required social distancing from 6 to 3 feet for elementary students and for middle school and high school…