Reprinted with permission from the October 19, 2026, edition of The Legal Intelligencer© 2026 ALM Media Properties, LLC. Further duplication without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Organizations understand the importance of knowing which of their workers are considered employees and which workers are not. The distinction can affect obligations involving overtime pay, unemployment and […]
When a construction dispute leads to litigation, determining who may be responsible for a claim can take time. Contractors may need to review project documents, investigate alleged defects, consult with design professionals, or evaluate the work of subcontractors and suppliers. A New York law now places greater pressure on defendants to make those decisions earlier. […]
Union organizing often begins quietly, not with a single formal act, but through gradual shifts in day-to-day workplace dynamics. For employers navigating these early stages, what they communicate to employees and how they communicate it becomes critically important. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects employees’ rights to organize, but it also allows employers to […]
Reprinted with permission from the October 19, 2026, edition of The Legal Intelligencer© 2026 ALM Media Properties, LLC. Further duplication without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. Organizations understand the importance of knowing which of their workers are considered employees and which workers are not. The distinction can affect obligations involving overtime pay, unemployment and […]
When a construction dispute leads to litigation, determining who may be responsible for a claim can take time. Contractors may need to review project documents, investigate alleged defects, consult with design professionals, or evaluate the work of subcontractors and suppliers. A New York law now places greater pressure on defendants to make those decisions earlier. […]
Pennsylvania businesses and community organizations face an evolving legal landscape following the state Supreme Court ruling that unlicensed skill game devices are unlawful. Attorney Erik Anderson was recently quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer about the potential financial impact on social clubs, veterans’ organizations, fraternal lodges, and volunteer fire organizations that rely on revenue from these […]
McNees Chair Brian Jackson recently appeared on the PNC C-Speak: The Language of Executives podcast to discuss his approach to leadership, decision-making, and building a collaborative, multigenerational workplace. During the conversation, Brian discussed the importance of considering diverse perspectives, building consensus, and creating opportunities for people at all career stages to contribute. Drawing on his […]
School districts continue to face an evolving legal landscape surrounding transgender student policies, parental rights, and student privacy. Education attorney Jeffrey Sultanik was recently quoted in The Philadelphia Inquirer about a complaint filed with the U.S. Department of Education challenging the Pennsbury School District’s policy and its handling of a student’s gender identity. Jeff noted […]
Union organizing often begins quietly, not with a single formal act, but through gradual shifts in day-to-day workplace dynamics. For employers navigating these early stages, what they communicate to employees and how they communicate it becomes critically important. The National Labor Relations Act (NLRA) protects employees’ rights to organize, but it also allows employers to […]
Employers are increasingly turning to employees as brand ambassadors on social media, asking them to promote products and services across different platforms. Employee influencers can offer a cost-effective way to reach audiences with an authentic voice, but these programs can also create legal and compliance risks. Before launching an employee influencer program, employers should consider […]
Rosenberger v. Berks Plastic Surgery Institute, P.C., No. 21-16638 (Berks Cty. C.C.P. July 27, 2026) (Nevius, J.) A captain of the ship can be on dry land, but wearing the stripes in the operating room does not make one a surgeon. For anyone handling medical malpractice cases in Berks County, the Rosenberger v. Berks Plastic […]
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When business owners became targets of a significant federal fraud investigation, our White Collar Defense and Investigations team conducted an internal investigation and presented its findings to federal prosecutors, causing the matter to be closed without charges filed. The challenge Federal prosecutors and the FBI were investigating business owners in connection with alleged bank and […]
When a small business faced an aggressive copyright infringement demand, we developed a strategy to limit the client’s financial exposure and achieve an efficient resolution. Challenge A small business operating as a single-member LLC received an aggressive demand from a copyright enforcement entity after a single unauthorized image appeared on the company’s blog. The rights […]
When unclear property ownership threatened the preservation of the Knoxville African-American Cemetery, we helped establish a nonprofit organization and secure the legal title needed to protect and maintain the historic burial ground. Challenge The Knoxville African-American Cemetery is the final resting place of more than 130 African Americans, including veterans of the Civil War, World […]
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