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Phone: 215.564.1700
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51-99 Attorneys

ORI Unveils Final Rule on Research Misconduct: Key Changes for Institutions and Respondents

On September 12, 2024, the federal Office of Research Integrity (ORI) announced the release of the Department of Health & Human Services’ Final Rule on Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This marks the first…more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI), Medical Research, Scientific Research

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Exploring Major Certification Changes in the USDOT’s DBE Program

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) announced on April 9, 2024 significant updates to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program regulations that are set to go into effect on May 9, 2024. The rulemaking…more

Contractors, DBE Program, Department of Transportation (DOT), Transportation Industry

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CFPB Enacts New Protections for Tenants Under the CDC Eviction Moratorium

On April 16, 2021, the Consumer Finance Protection Bureau (CFPB) issued an Interim Final Rule which, effective May 3, 2021, requires all “debtor collectors” pursuing an eviction to provide written notice to the tenant(s) of…more

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB), Coronavirus/COVID-19, Eviction, FDCPA

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[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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The Risks of Ambiguous Credit Applications: What a Recent Case Reveals About Personal Guarantees

From collective experience, it is known that securing the personal guarantee section of credit applications often proves to be more of the exception than the rule. When a personal guarantee is signed, the last thing any party…more

Commercial Litigation, Construction Industry, Contractors, Credit Applicants

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How the U.S. Supreme Court Shapes Social Media Access in Pennsylvania

Public officials and employees who frequently use personal social media accounts to discuss public issues should proceed with caution as the Pennsylvania Commonwealth Court held in Penncrest School v. Cagle that such posts may…more

Facebook, Online Platforms, Social Media, Social Networks

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Spring Cleaning: Review Your Contracts to Account for Ongoing COVID-19 Concerns

At this point, avoiding the cliché is, well, unavoidable. We are now past the one-year mark of the COVID-19 pandemic and much has changed. You don’t need a construction attorney to tell you so. While things have changed, we all…more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Terms, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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Finally—A De Minimis Exemption for Buy America

In November 2021, Congress passed the bipartisan Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA), pledging to invest $1 trillion into new infrastructure nationwide…more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, De Minimis Claims, Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA)

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New Jersey Public Bidding: Bid Defects That are Likely Fatal

Every contractor who bids on public projects in New Jersey knows the gut-wrenching feeling of spending weeks reviewing project specifications and drawings, performing site visits, attending mandatory bid meetings, and submitting…more

Competitive Bidding, Construction Industry, Contractors, Subcontractors

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How the CARES Act Allows Waiver of 2020 Taxable Qualified Retirement Required Minimum Distributions

Individuals are presently required to take yearly taxable distributions that increase one’s total income tax liability and in some cases may push an individual into a higher income tax bracket, known as Required Minimum…more

CARES Act, Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employee Benefits, Required Minimum Distributions, Retirement Plan

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New Legal Challenge for Pennsylvania Businesses: Navigating the Updated UTPCPL Cost Provisions

Under the Pennsylvania Unfair Trade Practices and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL), the Pennsylvania Office of Attorney General (OAG) Consumer Protection Section regularly conducts investigations of companies doing business in…more

Attorney's Fees, State Attorneys General, Unfair or Deceptive Trade Practices, UTPCPL

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A Seller's Guide to Navigating Business Impacts

Last year, New Jersey enacted a law prohibiting sellers from imposing certain surcharges for credit card transactions and establishing notice requirements regarding credit card surcharges for transactions in New Jersey…more

Credit Cards, Debit and Credit Card Transactions, Sellers, Surcharges

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[Webinar] Managing Divorce: Safeguarding Your Business and Finances - May 29th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Divorce is a deeply personal and emotional process that can have significant implications for your business and financial stability. When business ownership is involved, navigating divorce proceedings becomes increasingly…more

Arbitration, Articles of Incorporation, Business Ownership, Buy-Out Agreements, Consent

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Kuharchik: A Home Run for Heavy Highway Electrical Contractors’ Tax Obligations

This past summer, Cohen Seglias attorneys Roy Cohen, Ashling Ehrhardt, and Sydney Pierce obtained a victory for their client Kuharchik Construction against the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania in Kuharchik Construction, Inc. v…more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Tax Exemptions, Tax Reform

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Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry

We are in the midst of what has been termed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” where manufacturing and other industries take advantage of modern advances in smart technology, automation, and cloud computing. 3D printing (also…more

3D Printing, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, General Contractors

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[Webinar] Managing Divorce: Safeguarding Your Business and Finances - May 29th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Divorce is a deeply personal and emotional process that can have significant implications for your business and financial stability. When business ownership is involved, navigating divorce proceedings becomes increasingly…more

Arbitration, Articles of Incorporation, Business Ownership, Buy-Out Agreements, Consent

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[Webinar] Adapting and Complying to the New Title IX Regulations - May 15th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

With the August 1, 2024 compliance deadline on the horizon for the new Title IX regulations, universities and colleges must understand the new regulations and revise their policies to ensure compliance…more

Best Practices, Colleges, Grievance Process, New Regulations, Professors

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PA Supreme Court to Decide Scope of Payment Bond Sureties’ Liability in Eastern Steel Constructors, Inc. v. International Fidelity Insurance Co. Appeal

The Pennsylvania Supreme Court has agreed to hear an appeal of the case Eastern Steel Construction, Inc. v. International Fidelity Insurance Co., in which the Pennsylvania Superior Court clarified the claims that a subcontractor…more

Appeals, Arbitration, Contractors, Insurance Industry, Payment Bonds

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Volatility in the Market Place: Lessons Learned From Price Increases of Past Pandemics

In the last year, materials, equipment, parts, and crafts workers have been in scarce supply due to the coronavirus pandemic. Disruptions to supply chains have increased the cost of such goods and labor. NUCA Members have…more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contractors, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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Prompt Payments: How CASPA and Other State Laws Afford Contractors Protections

Presented by Cohen Seglias attorneys Matthew Gioffre, Lisa Wampler, and Daniel E. Fierstein on November 17, 2020 for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of NECA. 2018 saw the enactment of important changes to CASPA, a Pennsylvania…more

CASPA, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes

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ORI Unveils Final Rule on Research Misconduct: Key Changes for Institutions and Respondents

On September 12, 2024, the federal Office of Research Integrity (ORI) announced the release of the Department of Health & Human Services’ Final Rule on Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This marks the first…more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI), Medical Research, Scientific Research

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[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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More Than Meets the Eye: NJ Supreme Court Cardali Decision’s New Methodology Can Prevent Judicial Backlog and Increased Costs

Family law practitioners everywhere have lauded the New Jersey Supreme Court’s decision last year in Cardali v. Cardali for providing a ‘Big Win for Clarity’ on cohabitation cases and the burden that must be met before a plenary…more

Alimony, Child Custody, Child Support, Divorce, Marriage

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Prompt Payments: How CASPA and Other State Laws Afford Contractors Protections

Presented by Cohen Seglias attorneys Matthew Gioffre, Lisa Wampler, and Daniel E. Fierstein on November 17, 2020 for the Western Pennsylvania Chapter of NECA. 2018 saw the enactment of important changes to CASPA, a Pennsylvania…more

CASPA, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes

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[Webinar] Surviving the New Title IX Regulations: How To Develop New Policies and Navigate the Cross-Examination Requirements - June 10th, 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm ET

The new Title IX regulations fundamentally change the administration of Title IX investigations and proceedings. Released amidst colleges and universities coping with COVID-19 changes affecting classes and campuses, the new…more

Colleges, Cross Examination, Investigations, New Regulations, Policies and Procedures

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How Changes to NY’s Wage Theft Laws Affect Contractors and Subcontractors

Effective January 4, 2022, New York’s amended wage theft laws enable a subcontractor’s employees to obtain judgments for unpaid wages directly against a contractor that hired their employer. The New York laws aim to provide…more

Construction Industry, Contractors, State Labor Laws, Subcontractors, Wage and Hour

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Doe v. Fairfax Ruling: Sexual Assault Reports Constitute Actual Notice

The Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals recently decided what constitutes actual notice for sexual harassment in Title IX cases. A school has actual knowledge, also referred to as actual notice, when a report is made to any school…more

Educational Institutions, Sexual Assault, Sexual Harassment, Students, Title IX

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[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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A Win for PA Contractors—Court Shuts Down Homeowner’s Attempt to Enlarge the Statute of Repose

It’s a contractor’s worst nightmare: someone you haven’t heard from in ages, or ever, sues you, claiming a defect in the construction you performed years ago. But when is it too late to bring such a claim? You may think that the…more

Construction Defects, Construction Industry, Contractors, Statute of Repose

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All Work and No Pay: Ed DeLisle Testifies Before Congressional Small Business Committee

Cohen Seglias Co-Chair of the Federal Contracting Group, Edward DeLisle, testified at a Small Business Committee hearing titled, “All Work and No Pay: Change Orders Delayed for Small Construction Contractors.” The hearing…more

Construction Contracts, Federal Contractors, Small Business

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Construction Delays in the Time of Coronavirus: A Legal Perspective

“Time is money.” There are few places where that phrase is truer than in construction, and unfortunately, that truth has been highlighted by the coronavirus pandemic shutting down construction throughout Pennsylvania. Projects…more

Consequential Damages, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation, Construction Project

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Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act’s 2025 BOI Reporting Deadline

We are over halfway through 2024 and are rapidly approaching the January 1, 2025 deadline for companies to submit their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports mandated by the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN, Reporting Requirements

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[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

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Recent Changes to Design-Build Construction in New Jersey

At the end of April 2021, the “Design-Build Construction Services Procurement Act” (the Act) became law in New Jersey. The Act brings important changes to how publicly-funded construction projects are awarded in the state by,…more

Architects, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Design Professionals

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[Ongoing Program] Part Three: Common Mistakes During the REA, Claim, and Appeal Process - October 6th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

Avoiding Common Mistakes in Federal Construction Contracting: A Three-Part Webinar Series - Contracting with the federal government on construction projects is full of traps for the unsuspecting, and the potential rewards…more

Appeals, Bid Proposals, Bid Solicitation, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry

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Court Strikes Down Pittsburgh Landlord Ordinance as Government Overreach

On March 17, 2023, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania struck down a City of Pittsburgh ordinance known as the Residential Housing Rental Permit Program, Chapter 781—a resounding victory for local landlords. The Pittsburgh…more

Inspections, Landlords, Local Ordinance, Rental Property, Tenants

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2022 Construction Forecast: Another Year of Recovery—and Challenges

As we embark on 2022, the world continues to weather the ongoing effects of the COVID-19 pandemic. For the construction industry, the pandemic has spurred certain unique and daunting challenges that are, by now, unfortunately,…more

Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Coronavirus/COVID-19

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A Seller's Guide to Navigating Business Impacts

Last year, New Jersey enacted a law prohibiting sellers from imposing certain surcharges for credit card transactions and establishing notice requirements regarding credit card surcharges for transactions in New Jersey…more

Credit Cards, Debit and Credit Card Transactions, Sellers, Surcharges

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Don’t Get Exposed: Limiting Your Liability Under Prevailing Wage and Hour Laws

4e construction industry has faced a skilled labor shortage over the past several years. One study found that the number of workers ages 25-54 dropped 8% over the last decade. At the beginning of 2022, one predictive model…more

Construction Industry, Construction Workers, Contractors, Employer Liability Issues, Prevailing Wages

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Construction in Brief: 2018 Volume 3

Welcome to the fall edition of Construction in Brief! In this issue, we provide the latest information on a number of legislative changes affecting your business…more

Arbitration, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contract Disputes

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[Webinar] Preparing and Protecting Your Estate Plan for Rising Interest Rates - November 30th, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm ET

From 2010 to 2021, interest rates remained at historically low levels, and as a result, many estate plans were designed to work best in such environments. However, with the rise in interest rates, it is crucial to consider and…more

Estate Planning, Financial Planning, Interest Rates, Wealth Management, Webinars

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Navigating the Corporate Transparency Act’s 2025 BOI Reporting Deadline

We are over halfway through 2024 and are rapidly approaching the January 1, 2025 deadline for companies to submit their Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI) reports mandated by the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA)…more

Beneficial Owner, Corporate Transparency Act, FinCEN, Reporting Requirements

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PA Supreme Court Decision Highlights the Importance of Strict Compliance with Mechanics’ Lien Law

One of the most powerful tools in a contractor’s arsenal for obtaining payment on a construction project is a mechanics’ lien claim, which is a security interest that attaches to the owner’s property interest and “clouds” the…more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Contractors, Mechanics Lien, Property Owners

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New Proposed Cybersecurity Rules Mean Big Changes for Federal Contractors

On October 3, 2023, the FAR Council released two proposed rules for federal contractor cybersecurity requirements that relate to cyber threat and incident reporting and information sharing (case 2021-017) and standardizing…more

Corporate Counsel, Cyber Threats, Cybersecurity, Cybersecurity Information Sharing Act (CISA), Federal Contractors

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Recovering Field Overhead Expenses

In a recent Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals (ASBCA) decision, Pave-Tech, Inc., the ASBCA found that the decisions a construction contractor makes, even from the very beginning of a project, have consequences. In another…more

Armed Services Board of Contract Appeals, Construction Contracts, Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Federal Contractors

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Exploring Major Certification Changes in the USDOT’s DBE Program

The United States Department of Transportation (DOT) announced on April 9, 2024 significant updates to the Disadvantaged Business Enterprise (DBE) program regulations that are set to go into effect on May 9, 2024. The rulemaking…more

Contractors, DBE Program, Department of Transportation (DOT), Transportation Industry

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NJ Supreme Court Gets it Right! Consequential Damages Caused by a Subcontractor's Defective Construction Work is Insured

The New Jersey Supreme Court’s August 4, 2016 decision in Cypress Point Condominium Association, Inc. v. Adria Towers, LLC opened the door for general contractors to obtain insurance coverage under their commercial general…more

Commercial General Liability Policies, Condominiums, Consequential Damages, Construction Defects, NJ Supreme Court

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How to Handle Costs Outside of Child Support Guidelines

As family law attorneys, we often handle matters that involve one parent seeking child support from the other. The amount to be paid in child support is typically calculated by using child support guidelines. Frequently,…more

Child Custody, Child Support, Co-Parenting, Parenting Plans

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Navigating the Waters Beyond Construction Law: Unveiling the Ties Between Construction and Maritime Liens

Construction law is a complex field that intersects with various other industries and legal fields, one being the maritime industry. In nearly twenty years of practicing construction law, I have often experienced the connection…more

Construction Industry, Construction Project, Navigable Waters, Ports, Vessels

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NJ Contractors, Take Note: State COVID-19 Vaccine Mandates Still Apply

In October, Governor Murphy issued Executive Order 271 (the order), imposing a COVID-19 vaccine mandate on contractors who work on state projects. Specifically, the order requires that New Jersey state contractors who work “on…more

Coronavirus/COVID-19, Employer Liability Issues, Employer Mandates, Health and Safety, Infectious Diseases

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Not Your Average Desktop Printer: How 3D Printing May Impact the Construction Industry

We are in the midst of what has been termed the “Fourth Industrial Revolution,” where manufacturing and other industries take advantage of modern advances in smart technology, automation, and cloud computing. 3D printing (also…more

3D Printing, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Project, General Contractors

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“Best Value” Procurement Takes Hold in Philadelphia: What It Means for the Construction Industry

Traditionally, public agencies have awarded construction contracts via the “lowest responsible bidder” procurement method, where bidders submit sealed bids and contracts are awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. However, a…more

Construction Industry, Contractors, State and Local Government, State Procurement Contracts

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Securing and Protecting Home-Field Advantage in Construction Litigation

In construction litigation, home-field advantage is a concept that arises quite frequently. Certainly, in the sports world where we are used to hearing this term, home-field advantage is a controversial phenomenon. But, in the…more

Construction Disputes, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation, Construction Project, Contractors

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ORI Unveils Final Rule on Research Misconduct: Key Changes for Institutions and Respondents

On September 12, 2024, the federal Office of Research Integrity (ORI) announced the release of the Department of Health & Human Services’ Final Rule on Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This marks the first…more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI), Medical Research, Scientific Research

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Final Warning: Are You Complying with OSHA’s New Reporting Requirements?

In July 2023, the U.S. Department of Labor announced a new rule expanding the injury and illness reporting requirements for many construction companies. The new rule, which went into effect on January 1, 2024, requires companies…more

Employer Liability Issues, OSHA, Reporting Requirements, Workplace Injury, Workplace Safety

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Construction Delays in the Time of Coronavirus: A Legal Perspective

“Time is money.” There are few places where that phrase is truer than in construction, and unfortunately, that truth has been highlighted by the coronavirus pandemic shutting down construction throughout Pennsylvania. Projects…more

Consequential Damages, Construction Contracts, Construction Industry, Construction Litigation, Construction Project

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Department of Education to Propose Title IX Revisions Supporting Transgender Students

The Washington Post recently reported that new proposed Title IX language referencing transgender students should be expected from the Department of Education (the Department) this month. The reported proposed regulations will…more

Department of Education, Educational Institutions, Sex Discrimination, Students, Title IX

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[Event] Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar: Key Updates and Best Practices for Employers - September 18th, Philadelphia, PA

We are thrilled to bring back our Annual Labor & Employment Law Seminar in Philadelphia, featuring interactive discussions led by our skilled attorneys on critical topics impacting your business. This year, our Labor &…more

Best Practices, Continuing Legal Education, Employer Liability Issues, Employment Contract, Employment Discrimination

See all updates »

ORI Unveils Final Rule on Research Misconduct: Key Changes for Institutions and Respondents

On September 12, 2024, the federal Office of Research Integrity (ORI) announced the release of the Department of Health & Human Services’ Final Rule on Public Health Service Policies on Research Misconduct. This marks the first…more

Department of Health and Human Services (HHS), HHS Office of Research Integrity (ORI), Medical Research, Scientific Research

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DOJ Looks To Sting Georgia Tech Under the False Claims Act: The Perils of Cybersecurity Non-Compliance

On August 22, 2024, the Department of Justice (DOJ) filed a complaint-in-intervention in a previously filed whistleblower suit under the qui tam provisions of the False Claims Act (FCA) against the Georgia Institute of…more

Cybersecurity, Department of Defense (DOD), Department of Labor (DOL), DFARS, False Claims Act (FCA)

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How Changes to NY’s Wage Theft Laws Affect Contractors and Subcontractors

Effective January 4, 2022, New York’s amended wage theft laws enable a subcontractor’s employees to obtain judgments for unpaid wages directly against a contractor that hired their employer. The New York laws aim to provide…more

Construction Industry, Contractors, State Labor Laws, Subcontractors, Wage and Hour

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Pittsburgh Landlord Ordinance Decision Appeal Goes to PA Supreme Court

Keeping Pittsburgh landlords on their toes, the City of Pittsburgh requested permission from the Pennsylvania Supreme Court to appeal the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania’s decision striking down the city’s ordinance known as…more

Landlords, Rent, Rental Property, Tenants

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