Alerts and Resources
NJ Marijuana Legalization Ballot Question FAQ
October 12, 2020
On November 3, 2020, the citizens of New Jersey will answer Public Question 1, the Marijuana Legalization Amendment, which proposes…
Just Sign the Authorization
September 29, 2020
Plaintiffs be warned – failing to sign an authorization permitting litigants access to your consumer report may result in sanctions….
Philadelphia Expands Paid Sick Leave Coverage for Individuals Impacted by COVID-19
September 23, 2020
Last week, Philadelphia City Council passed the Public Health Emergency Leave Bill, providing two weeks of paid sick leave to…
FTC Signals Intent to Focus on Use of Social Media Bots in Advertising
September 14, 2020
Over the past year, the FTC has signaled its intention to bring enforcement actions against businesses that participate in the…
Blogs
Ahead of the Class
On Novel Grounds, Philadelphia Judge Rejects Uber’s Bid to Arbitrate Passenger’s Personal Injury Claim
Private Business Counsel
IRS Explains Coronavirus (COVID-19) Business Payroll Tax Credits
White Collar Alert
Seizure of MSC GAYANE Raises Forfeiture Issues for the Maritime Industry
Bylined Articles
Financial Responsibility: What About Taxes? 2 Tax Issues to Focus on During the Pandemic
October 22, 2020
Modern Contractor SolutionsBy Christopher Scott D'Angelo
PAYROLL TAXES HOLIDAY Contractors—like all employers—are responsible for withholding federal and—where applicable—state and local income taxes from employees’ paychecks, as…
US Courts Divided About Obligation to Provide Foreign Arbitrations with the Benefit of US Discovery Instruments. Will London Find the American Cupboard Bare?
October 12, 2020
International Maritime Law SeminarBy Vincent M. DeOrchis and Matteo Bonuzzi
28 USC §1782 is a US statute that allows foreign parties to a totally foreign court proceeding to access U.S….
US Legal Landscape Still Feeling Effects of OW Bunker Bankruptcy
September 28, 2020
Ship & BunkerBy Robert E. O'Connor
While the introduction of the IMO 2020 rule, collapsing oil prices, and the impact of measures taken to address the…
I’m a lawyer investigating Philly police’s response to protests — and I need your help | Opinion
September 10, 2020
The Philadelphia InquirerBy Nicole Phillips
On May 28, 2020, America watched George Floyd take his last breath on the streets of Minneapolis under the knee…
In the News
Philadelphia City Council Reviewing Police Department’s Alleged Excessive Force During George Floyd Protests
October 12, 2020
CBS PhillyBy Joe Holden
Philadelphia City Council is taking a closer look at the police response to protests that erupted in Philadelphia following George…
How Midsize Firms Fit Summer Associates Into the New Normal
September 23, 2020
The Legal IntelligencerBy Lizzy McLellan
Many midsize firms scrapped summer programs years ago, but two Pennsylvania firms were determined to keep theirs running, even during…
N.J. now has 1st Black woman on state Supreme Court. Fabiana Pierre-Louis was just sworn in.
September 1, 2020
NJ.comBy Brent Johnson
Fabiana Pierre-Louis was sworn in Tuesday as the newest member of the New Jersey Supreme Court, officially becoming the first…
Fabiana Pierre-Louis becomes first African-American woman to serve on New Jersey Supreme Court
August 30, 2020
Philly VoiceBy Pat Ralph
Following a unanimous confirmation by the state Senate this week, Fabiana Pierre-Louis is set to become the first African-American female…
Press Releases
Ernest D. Holtzheimer Selected to The Philadelphia Bar Association Business Law Section’s “Bar Stars”
October 9, 2020
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce that Ernest D. Holtzheimer has been named a “Bar Star” by the Philadelphia Bar…
A. Nicole Phillips Selected as Philadelphia Business Journal’s Women of Distinction Honoree
October 6, 2020
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce that A. Nicole Phillips has been selected as a 2020 Philadelphia Business Journal Women…
Frank A. Chernak Inducted into the American College of Trial Lawyers
October 5, 2020
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce that Frank A. Chernak has been inducted as a fellow to the American College…
Stephanie K. Benecchi Appointed to the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Legal Ethics and Professional Responsibility Committee
October 1, 2020
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce that Stephanie K. Benecchi has been appointed to the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Legal Ethics…