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Property Improvements Without Necessary Zoning Relief: A Risky Gamble
By Matthew M. McKeon On more than a few occasions, a prospective client – usually a residential homeowner planning some kind of addition -- will ask me some variation of this question: “I think I need zoning relief . . . what if I just build without letting the municipality know and without getting the permits or zoning relief?” My ...
Patrick J. Boyer, Esquire Presents at Delaware Family Law Update
Patrick J. Boyer, Esquire presented on a panel at the Family Law Update CLE regarding the topic of narcissism. The Family Law Update is an annual CLE devoted to family law and is regularly attended by other family law practitioners in Delaware. The panel included mental health professionals, a Family Court Judge, and another family law practitioner, and focused on ...
Subject to Cross Episode 41: The Real Deal with Child Abuse Appeals (CYF Appeals)
In Episode 41 of Subject to Cross, Caroline and Pete discuss the muddy waters of child abuse appeals (CYF Appeals). Listen to find out what kind of cases each of them tend to take on and the reality behind this consequential administrative process ...
Subject to Cross Episode 40: Criminal Cases in the News: Manslaughter in New Mexico and Sexual Assault in Canada
In Episode 40 of Subject to Cross, Pete and Caroline pivot to current events discussing actor Alec Baldwin's recent (re-)indictment for manslaughter in New Mexico and charges of sexual assault in Canada against multiple National Hockey League players. A discussion of defense strategies inside and outside the courtroom in high profile cases ensues ...
Subject to Cross Episode 39: PFAs Nowadays
In Episode 39 of Subject to Cross, Pete and Caroline discuss restraining orders in Pennsylvania, also known as PFAs (“Protection from Abuse”). Listen to learn why this civil process can be abused and how it lacks due process for the defense. Pete explains what he would change if he was king of the world. Keep the comments and questions for ...
Subject to Cross Episode 38: Murder on the Mind
This week, Caroline and Pete have murder on the mind. They discuss the types of murder and how each is classified in the Pennsylvania court of law ...
Join MacElree Harvey: Discover the MacElree Harvey Difference
At MacElree Harvey, a law firm deeply rooted in tradition since 1880, we take immense pride in not only our historical legacy but also in our commitment to fostering a dynamic and people-centered culture. As we embark on the journey of expansion, we are excited to announce various opportunities for talented individuals to join us in roles including: legal assistants, ...
Employment Law Update January and February 2024
The new year brought its fair share of controversy with a DOL worker classification rule that will impact employers nationwide, religious discrimination litigation over a local hospital’s COVID vaccine mandate, and a continued push for corporate DEI initiatives despite the Supreme Court’s decision striking down affirmative action university admissions. See the latest below. Department of Labor worker classification rule may ...