December 2008 | MacElree.com


Bailout Legislation Extends Tax-Favored Status of Certain IRA Distributions to Charities

By A. Duie Latta

The recently enacted "Emergency Economic Stabilization Act of 2008" (the "Act") contains more than just a "bailout" for troubled financial companies. It also contains…

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Local Counsel: How to Effectively Handle Your Legal Issues Occurring in Another State

By Christopher J. Curtin

First in a three-part series on local counsel using examples from Delaware. What happens if you live outside the state of Delaware, but have a legal matter that has to be decided in Delaware Courts? You may find yourself, or your business, in one of these situations:…

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Case Spotlight: Tim Rayne Wins Security for Lifelong Patriot

By Timothy F. Rayne

MacElree Harvey Personal Injury attorney Tim Rayne successfully resolved a motor vehicle accident case for a local American hero. To respect his wish for anonymity, we will refer to him only as Larry. The settlement ended a year and a half of legal battles that arose…

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Burke, Nagle, and Urie Voted Pennsylvania "Rising Stars"

Attorneys Brendan P. Burke, Brian L. Nagle and James B. Urie were recently named "Rising Stars" by Super Lawyers magazine. The list of Philadelphia area…

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