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PA Supreme Court Upholds Largest Monetary Sanction Against Governmental Entity In PA History Under RTKL

February 1, 2021

Steven Engel

On December 22, 2020, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court decided the case of Uniontown Newspapers, Inc. v. Pennsylvania Department of Corrections, upholding the largest monetary sanction ever imposed against a governmental…

Pennsylvania Whistleblower Law: What Businesses Need to Know

January 25, 2021

Human Resources Law News

John Prorok

Pennsylvania’s Whistleblower Law (“PWL”) provides protection to employees who “blow the whistle” on misconduct that affects public funds or violates state or federal law. When businesses violate these laws, the…

New 2020 Overtime Rules for Salaried Employees in PA

January 25, 2021

Employment Law News

Michael Brungo

New overtime rules in the federal Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) take effect nationwide Wednesday, January 1, 2020. Pennsylvania employers must understand the new rules and their obligation to comply…

What is HR Compliance and Why is it Important in Pennsylvania?

January 5, 2021

Human Resources Law News

John Prorok

Developing a strategic human resources (HR) compliance plan ensures that your business remains in compliance with federal, state, and local employment laws, such as anti-discrimination laws, workplace insurance laws, and…

Tips to Use Your PA Estate Planning Attorney

November 18, 2020

Estate Planning Law News

Lawrence Maiello

This year, we have faced unprecedented challenges in every aspect of our lives. Covid-19 and its ongoing effects have forced everyone to face a real possibility of an emergency health…

PPP Loan Forgiveness Guidance for Employers

June 16, 2020

MBM Law's Company News

Alfred Maiello

Paycheck Protection Program loans or PPP loans are loans created in response to the COVID-19 virus that incentivize small businesses to keep their workers on the payroll. These loans will…

Third Circuit Court Ruling Sheds Light on CBA Language and Discrimination Claims

June 1, 2020

Education Law News

Christina Lane

The United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit recently decided the case of Darrington v. Milton Hershey School, a case which provides clear guidance for public employers in…

COVID-19 Guidance: How To Legally Conduct Virtual Public Meetings

April 1, 2020

MBM Law's Company News

Alfred Maiello

As the ongoing coronavirus (also known as Covid-19) pandemic continues to spread, many public bodies are being presented for the first time with a new issue: how to conduct virtual…

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: Special Education Timelines and Other Considerations for School Closures

March 20, 2020

Education Law News

Christina Lane

In the midst of mandatory ten day school closures, questions arise as to what affect, if any does the closure have on special education timelines. Currently, unless a waiver is…

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…

CBD in the School Setting: What School Officials Should Consider

December 17, 2019

Education Law News

Christina Lane

With each passing day, CBD becomes easier to obtain. CBD is marketed in a wide array of products including drugs, food, dietary supplements, cosmetics, pet food and other animal health…

Working with Local Municipalities: Avoiding Potential Pitfalls & Tips for Success

November 25, 2019

Municipal Law News

Falco Muscante

This article was originally published in the November/December 2019 issue of Breaking Ground, the magazine of the Master Builders’ Association of Western Pennsylvania. The legal framework regulating Pennsylvania oil and…

Legal Insights

PA Supreme Court Upholds Largest Monetary Sanction Against Governmental Entity In PA History Under RTKL

Pennsylvania Whistleblower Law: What Businesses Need to Know

New 2020 Overtime Rules for Salaried Employees in PA

What is HR Compliance and Why is it Important in Pennsylvania?

Tips to Use Your PA Estate Planning Attorney

PPP Loan Forgiveness Guidance for Employers

Third Circuit Court Ruling Sheds Light on CBA Language and Discrimination Claims

COVID-19 Guidance: How To Legally Conduct Virtual Public Meetings

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

COVID-19 Guidance: Special Education Timelines and Other Considerations for School Closures

COVID-19 Guidance: Essential vs. Nonessential Businesses

For the Borrower: LIBOR and SOFR FAQs

How To Choose a Business Attorney in Pennsylvania

CBD in the School Setting: What School Officials Should Consider

Working with Local Municipalities: Avoiding Potential Pitfalls & Tips for Success

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