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Coming Soon: Beneficial Ownership Reporting Requirements for Small Businesses
On January 1, 2021, Congress enacted the Federal Corporate Transparency Act (the “CTA”), pursuant to which a secure database will...
OPEN ADOPTION – WHAT IS IT?
In the state of Pennsylvania, there exists the concept of “open adoption.” The term itself sounds a little strange since...
Supreme Court Narrows the Application of the Federal Arbitration Act
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Lessons from a Blockbuster Section 1981 Jury Verdict
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No Safe Harbor in the “Contract Assurances” Required in the EU Directive Proposal
The European Commission published the long-awaited Proposal for a Directive of the European Parliament and of the Council on Corporate...
What to Expect in Your Initial Meeting with a Family Law Attorney
Making the decision to contact a family law attorney to address your legal issues is understandably stressful, and can...
Don’t be a Grinch – Make the Holidays Enjoyable for Your Children Post Separation
The holiday season is in full swing with Thanksgiving and Hanukkah already passed and Christmas, Kwanzaa and New Year’s...
A Tale of Two Statutes: What are Compensable “Hours Worked”?
A recent decision by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court underscores the fact that although an employer may be in compliance with...
Van Buren v. United States: The Supreme Court Eliminates a Remedy for Employers
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NAVIGATING THE NEW COBRA SUBSIDY
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Balancing Buyer and Supplier Responsibilites in International Supply Chains
Model Contract Clauses to Protect Workers in International Supply Chains, Version 2.0 A working group formed under the American Bar...
The Third Circuit Addresses Employment Discrimination Cases
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2021 Decennial Report Requirements for Pennsylvania Entities
In 2021, entities formed in Pennsylvania and entities formed in other states that have registered to do business in Pennsylvania...
Holiday Custody Planning: The Time is Now
While it is not yet Halloween, it is already time to starting thinking about your winter holiday custody schedule. Thanksgiving...
National Estate Planning Awareness Week 2020: The Importance of an Estate Plan
National Estate Planning Awareness Week runs from October 19-25, 2020. First celebrated in 2008, this week highlights the importance...
Estate Planning for Individuals with Disabilities on the 30th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act
Elaine T. Yandrisevits On July 26, 1990, President George H.W. Bush signed the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) into...
Supreme Court Expands Title VII Protections to Prohibit Discrimination on the Basis of Sexual Orientation and Gender Identification
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Business Implications of Divorce
When a business owner gets divorced, the business is often the major asset subject to distribution. Accordingly, the business and...
From a Litigator’s Desk: Sometimes the best thing to do is… nothing.
It’s the hardest advice to give; do nothing. As lawyers, we envision ourselves as problem solvers. It’s our job to...
RETALIATION CLAIMS: EMPLOYERS BEWARE!
Most employers these days are aware of the many workplace claims an employee might bring, including allegations of discrimination on...
New Change to Pennsylvania Inheritance Tax Law Takes Effect
On January 1, 2020, a new change to Pennsylvania’s Inheritance Tax Law became effective for decedents who pass away as...
For Children of Divorced or Separated Parents, Your Generosity and Flexibility Makes for a Happier Holiday
The holiday season can be a stressful time of the year, especially for children whose parents have recently separated or...
The Spark Bowl at Delaware Valley University: A Business Lawyer’s on Take Entrepreneurship
As a business lawyer, I have spent years counseling small to mid-sized companies across a wide range of industries. I...