A New Dawn for the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act
Effective August 29, 2021, the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act will be amended to require additional actions by Agencies and municipal Authorities. Read on to learn more.
Necessasry Policy Updates for Automobile Dealers in 2021
Automobile dealers are subject to some of the strictest Federal and State regulations of any industry. The degree to which these regulations are enforced often changes with changes in elected offices. President Biden has made it clear through his appointments to various Federal agencies, such as ...
Medical Marijuana in the Workplace: What employers need to know about Pennsylvania’s Medical Marijuana Act
Pennsylvania's Medical Marijuana Act, 35 Pa. C.S. § 10231.101 et. seq. permits individuals with certain serious medical conditions to apply for a medical marijuana card with the Pennsylvania Department of Health. It is well established that medical marijuana is permitted in Pennsylvania. If you a...
What You Need to Know About the Pending Ordinance Doctrine
The pending ordinance doctrine is often referenced in the context of zoning amendments that are made in the face of controversial development plans. However, the legal protections provided by the doctrine are often misunderstood and overstated. This article focuses on what you need to know when s...
Can You Get Your Charges Expunged? A Guide
Many people have charges on their record and face discrimination in the job market because of it. Others just want to forget that drunken mistake that shows up in court records. The question is: can you get it expunged?
How to stop COVID-19....from ruining your wedding.
The Coronavirus pandemic has turned our daily lives upside down, especially when it comes to large events. As if planning a wedding isn't stressful enough, couples all over Pennsylvania now have to deal with the complex and uncertain nature of statewide restrictions on indoor and outdoor gatherin...
How the Coronavirus Affects Contracts with Force Majeure Clauses in Pennsylvania Courts
The Coronavirus, medically labeled as COVID-19, has now directly impacted the personal lives of every American citizen. Additionally, to an extent not yet completely known, it is affecting business relationships across the United States. Workers across the globe are contracting the virus, leaving...
I’ve been injured, now what?
Being involved in an accident where you or others are severely injured can be a traumatic experience. The first step after any accident is to seek medical attention immediately. If you are unable to get medical attention on your own, contact a family member, close friend, or dial 911 for immediat...
COVID-19 Resource Center
Navigating the legal implications of COVID-19 in the greater Pittsburgh area.