Posted in Condemnation & Eminent Domain, REAL ESTATE
On May 25, 2023, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous decision in Tyler v. Hennepin County ruling in favor of a 94-year-old property owner from Minnesota who refused to accept the government’s alleged right to sell her home for unpaid real estate taxes and keep the excess proceeds… Continue reading
Posted in Employment Law
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) recently updated the required federal worksite posters that all covered employers must display under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA), and more changes are on the horizon. Here’s what employers, business owners, and HR managers need… Continue reading
Posted in LITIGATION
The COVID-19 pandemic altered the landscape for many industries, the legal industry being no exception. The inability to attend hearings, trials, or even client meetings in-person forced lawyers to adapt to new ways of working. One of the most significant, and likely most permanent, changes has been the move to… Continue reading
Posted in Employment Law
In a case with potentially significant and wide-ranging implications for federal whistleblower retaliation protections, the United States Supreme Court has agreed to review a Second Circuit Court of Appeals ruling regarding the evidentiary burden of corporate whistleblowers under the anti-retaliation provisions of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 (SOX), 18 U.S.C…. Continue reading
Posted in Employment Law
May 11, 2023, marks the end of the COVID-19 pandemic public health emergency (“PHE”)—the beginning of a significant phase in the pandemic response in the U.S., as well as the ending of a series of benefits enabled by the emergency. The end of the PHE means a number of provisions will… Continue reading
Posted in Community Associations, Construction, TRANSITION
It’s no secret that litigation can be a costly and stressful process, and this can be particularly so for community associations finding themselves facing transition litigation following the transfer of control over the community from the sponsor/developer to the unit owners. The costs can quickly become overwhelming, leading many potential… Continue reading
Posted in LITIGATION, Pennsylvania Law Monitor, SHAREHOLDER OPPRESSION
Shareholder disputes can be costly and time-consuming for Pennsylvania businesses. These disputes can arise for various reasons, including disagreements over management decisions, allegations of breaches of fiduciary duties, and disputes over ownership and control of the company. Pennsylvania law provides various avenues for litigating shareholder disputes, including mediation, arbitration, and… Continue reading
Posted in Employment Law
On April 18, 2023, the United States Supreme Court entertained oral arguments regarding an extremely important case that will provide employers with rules they should follow for granting workers religious accommodations. The High Court considered whether to maintain or revise the standard established by Trans World Airlines v. Hardison, 432… Continue reading
Posted in Employment Law
If your company has employees, it is almost certain that at some point your company will have to address a sexual harassment claim. There are steps your company should immediately take to limit its liability and protect your employees from unlawful discrimination. Let’s begin this discussion with a quick overview… Continue reading
Posted in Bankruptcy & Creditor's Rights
David’s Bridal, Inc., the wedding dress retailer, filed for a second Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceeding in less than five (5) years. Although the last filing was in Delaware, this filing is before the Honorable Christine M. Gravelle of the District of New Jersey Bankruptcy Court in Trenton, New Jersey, under… Continue reading
