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Nine MacElree Harvey Attorneys Recognized as 2024 Top Lawyers of Chester County
MacElree Harvey is pleased to announce that nine attorneys have been recognized as 2024 Top Lawyers of Chester County as announced in The Daily Local News' Top Lawyers section. - Leo Gibbons - Landlord & Tenant - Lou Mincarelli - Mediation, Trial, and Municipal Court - Robert Burke - Litigation - Ashley Stitzer - Divorce & Family - Duke Schneider ...
Controversial Supreme Court Decision in Opioid Litigation Bankruptcy Jeopardizes Victims’ Settlements – Right or Wrong Call?
In a landmark 5 to 4 Decision, the United States Supreme Court in the case of Harrington v. Purdue Pharma ruled that allowing the release of the Sackler family as part of the Purdue Bankruptcy was impermissible under the Bankruptcy Code. This controversial decision invalidates a negotiated global settlement of the thousands of claims of victims of opioid injuries and ...
Employment Law Update June 2024
In June 2024, a local employment verdict created whistleblower precedent in the field of sports medicine, a federal court narrowed the scope of what might be a hostile work environment, and Pennsylvania steelworkers sought to advance wage and hour rights for pre and post-shift obligations. See more below. Jury Awards $5.25 Million to former Team Doctor for Penn State Football ...
The Trump Trial: Why Was Trump Charged and What Should Happen on Appeal?
The commentary surrounding the Manhattan DA’s successful prosecution of former President Donald J. Trump under Section 175.10 of New York’s Penal Law often overlooks an important historical fact: To date, New York prosecutors have brought charges under that statute, which prohibits the falsification of business records, nearly 10,000 times. Until now, of course, none of those criminal defendants has been ...
Child Abuse Cases in Pennsylvania: The Real Face Behind the Mask of the Child Protective Services Law
An individual accused of child abuse, whether sexual or physical, is up against more than the criminal justice system. An initial accusation of child abuse travels through a ChildLine hotline, which taps the shoulder of the local district attorney's office and the corresponding county child protective services ("CPS") agency.1 Both legal bodies initiate investigations which can yield different yet devastating ...
Employment Law Update May 2024
In May 2024, U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) enforcement made headlines, with numerous states challenging the recently updated EEOC harassment guidance and the EEOC cracking down on EEO-1 delinquent filings, while Starbucks’ labor woes continued. Read about the details below. 18 State Attorneys General Assert EEOC Transgender Harassment Guidance Oversteps Eighteen Republican state attorneys general, led by Tennessee, have ...
Focus on Family Law: Protecting What Matters Most
With over 35 years of dedicated service, MacElree Harvey's Family Law Group stands as a beacon of excellence in the realm of family law. Our firm is celebrated for its unwavering commitment to providing top-tier legal representation in both Pennsylvania and Delaware, backed by numerous awards and accolades from the legal community. Comprehensive Family Law Services At MacElree Harvey, we ...
J. Kurtis Kline Joins MacElree Harvey Law Firm
West Chester, PA | May 23, 2024 – MacElree Harvey announces the addition of attorney J. Kurtis Kline to the firm's business law department. Kurt brings a wealth of experience in advising business entities and individuals on a wide range of matters. Prior to joining MacElree Harvey, Kurt spent a decade practicing corporate law at large regional and national law ...