What are the collective bargaining obligations of an employer that purchases an ongoing business whose employees are currently represented by a labor organization? Under well-established NLRB case law, assuming that the new employer continues to operate a similar business and a majority of the employees hired by the new employer to operate the business are […]
HARRISBURG, Pa. (Aug. 24, 2026) – McNees Wallace & Nurick today unveiled a refreshed brand identity and redesigned website, reflecting the firm’s nine-decade legacy of exceptional client service and its unwavering commitment to community. The work began as McNees marked its 90th anniversary in 2025. Rather than reinvent the firm, the goal of the brand […]
This summer, several law students joined attorneys and professionals at the firm to gain a hands-on experience in the life and practice of an attorney. These students spent their summer in three of the firm’s offices, working alongside attorneys in practices including corporate and tax, estate planning, labor and employment, and litigation. With them, the […]
Planned community declarations are intended to establish the rules governing property ownership, boundaries, and unit owners’ rights. But what happens when those governing documents are silent on a particular issue? A recent Pennsylvania Superior Court decision demonstrates that, in some circumstances, longstanding common law principles may fill the gap. In Tractman v. Conner, the court […]
The following guidance addresses a matter of increasing importance to school entities across Pennsylvania. Artificial intelligence tools such as ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, Google Gemini, and similar generative AI platforms have become increasingly common in both legal and business settings, and we understand the appeal of using them to quickly research issues, draft documents, or think […]
On June 30, the final day of its current term, the U.S. Supreme Court issued a landmark decision consolidating two cases involving state laws that prohibit transgender girls from participating on girls’ athletic teams. This article summarizes the decision, its scope and limitations, and the steps school districts should take in response. In a 6-3 […]
Public AI chatbots may be convenient, but they are not a substitute for legal counsel. When someone is facing a lawsuit, government investigation, or other sensitive legal issue, it may be tempting to ask a chatbot for quick guidance before contacting a lawyer. As the fictional exchange below illustrates, doing so can create serious risks. […]
The Maryland Online Data Privacy Act (MODPA) introduces some of the most comprehensive state-level privacy requirements in the country. Effective October 1, 2025, with enforcement beginning in April 2026, MODPA significantly expands the obligations for businesses that collect or process the personal data of Maryland residents. If your organization falls under these thresholds, early preparation […]
Reprinted with permission from the Nov. 14, 2025, edition of The Legal Intelligencer © 2025 ALM Media Properties, LLC. Further duplication without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. The U.S. Supreme Court recently heard arguments in a closely watched case testing how far a president’s emergency powers extend in setting trade policy. Learning Resources v. […]
Reprinted with permission from the Nov. 18, 2025, edition of The Legal Intelligencer © 2025 ALM Media Properties, LLC. Further duplication without permission is prohibited. All rights reserved. State lawmakers across the country prioritized children’s online safety and privacy in 2025. Utah, Texas and Louisiana have taken an aggressive approach through new app store accountability […]
by Kevin Sunday – McNees GR, Scott Gould and Errin T. McCaulley, Jr. – McNees Wallace & Nurick The saga over enacting the Pennsylvania state budget for the 2025-26 fiscal year has concluded, including some of the most significant permitting changes the state has enacted in years. Among the bills signed on November 12, Governor […]
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