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 […]
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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