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Ed Seglias spoke to Law360 about the state of the construction industry and litigation in Pennsylvania. Cohen Seglias is one of four law firms recognized as a 2022 Regional Powerhouse for Pennsylvania. Ed observed that, “If litigation was an ...

We are excited to announce that Cohen Seglias has been selected as one of Law360’s 2022 Regional Powerhouses for Pennsylvania. Regional powerhouses are lauded for their handling of notable deals and litigation and for making a lasting impact on ...

I am evicting a resident for nonpayment of rent, and I have a monetary judgment against him for about $5,000. The resident told me that he intends to remove his home from my community and relocate it elsewhere. I would prefer that he not remove it ...

Paul Thaler was a guest on the DarshanTalks podcast with Darshan Kulkarni. Paul discussed a variety of topics about defending research fraud, including the falsification of research data; research data protections; the impact of allegations of fraud ...

I learned to think of a contract as basically being a handshake, though I am in no way saying that detailed contracts are not needed. In that regard, I always think of Robert Frost, and how “good fences make for good neighbors.” My thought of ...

Daly & Associates’ Founder and Managing Partner, Carolyn N. Daly, was just sworn in as the current President of the New Jersey Chapter of the American Academy of Matrimonial Lawyers. She was recently published in Mendham Neighbors, a local ...

The foundation of all current legal concepts and statutes governing the construction industry are based upon more traditional building methods, and the increased interest in and use of 3D printed construction is leading to a host of new legal ...

Mike Schwartz spoke to Law360 about 3D printing in the construction industry. He explained how “the International Residential Code appendix could feasibly function as a unified building code for 3D construction so long as municipalities adopt ...

Legendary hockey player Gordie Howe once said, “The best way to get in shape is to never get out of shape!” In theory, he could have been talking about an OSHA citation defense. In other words, the best way to defend against OSHA citations is to ...

Traditionally, construction contractors factor into their bids some expectation that there could be minor increases in material prices after the contract is awarded. However, due to COVID-19 and subsequent supply chain issues, price increases and ...

Cohen Seglias is pleased to announce that Chris Carusone, managing partner of the firm’s Pittsburgh office, is among the City & State Pennsylvania’s “Law Power 100.” The list recognizes the district attorneys, federal prosecutors, white ...

As June comes to a close, Lane F. Kelman, chair of our Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Committee, shares a few words of support for the LGBTQIA+ community and the firm’s commitment to creating and sustaining a diverse workplace. “We celebrate ...

George Pallas, managing partner, Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman The past two years have required leadership to pivot to new ways of running a law firm; from operating a fully remote business to ensuring clients receive sound legal ...

We are excited to announce that the firm is recognized in The Legal 500 for our work in the education sector. The firm’s Research Misconduct, Student Defense and Title IX Groups are lauded in the editorial. Partners Paul Thaler and Shan Wu are ...

George Pallas, managing partner at law firm Cohen Seglias, views Philadelphia as a fantastic marketplace and acknowledges the great work that the city has done to make it an attractive place to reside and do business. Pallas spoke with Invest: ...

Cohen Seglias is pleased to announce that partner Michael Payne is among The American Lawyer’s 2022 Northeast Trailblazers. Trailblazers are recognized attorneys based in the northeast region of the United States who have made significant marks on ...

We are pleased to announce that Cohen Seglias is ranked sixth in Construction Executive’s “The Top 50 Construction Law Firms® of 2022,” a list ranking construction law firms nationwide. Construction Executive, a leading industry publication, ...

We are closing on a community soon where the current leases provide for a $150 discount on the rent if the tenant pays rent prior to the 5th of the month. Is this permissible? There is nothing in the law that prohibits discounts for early payment. ...

We are proud to announce that Cohen Seglias is recognized in the 2022 edition of Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business, the preeminent legal ranking of attorneys and law firms. The firm’s Construction Group is named a leading ...

As an attorney who prepares comprehensive estate plans and administers wills and trusts after death, I see questions arise at all phases as to who beneficiaries of accounts are and who they should be in a comprehensive estate plan. The preparation ...