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In today’s dynamic and technology-driven legal landscape, data privacy has become a critical concern impacting individuals, businesses, and law firms. As the volume of data generated and exchanged continues to rise, privacy laws are constantly ...

New construction laws are passed virtually every session, leading to challenges and opportunities for contractors to navigate. Jackson Nichols joined Chad Prinkey and Mark C. Perna on The Morning Huddle and discussed the 2023 construction legal ...

It is no secret that the prices of construction materials and equipment have been skyrocketing. The costs of lumber, steel, copper, glass, and PVC, for example, have increased dramatically since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic and through the ...

Joint employment has kept labor and employment lawyers busy in recent years. The concept of joint employment means that an employee can be simultaneously, or “jointly,” employed by two or more entities that exercise, or have the right to ...

Introduction to the Authors and to the Series Welcome to the first edition of Legal Landscape, a series designed to provide government contractors with a quick, but thorough, summary of important legal developments and regulations in government ...

When the Department of Education (ED) issued the final rule in May 2020 mandating compliance by Aug. 14, 2020, one of the most hotly contested issues was cross-examination and the effects of not participating in it. Pursuant to the new regulations, ...

The coronavirus pandemic is giving rise to new legal issues across the country that courts are only just beginning to address. One of those unique issues is the application of force majeure clauses commonly found in construction contracts. In ...

In my 20 years representing contractors – union and nonunion alike – I feel the pain that many have felt, especially in recent years, over decisions that have been handed down by the National Labor Relations Board (“NLRB”). Before we go any ...

In a recent Construction Dive article, Lisa Wampler discusses how the reality of current market conditions gives contractors leverage. Lisa said, “Even though there may be a contractual right to refuse an escalation change order, the customer ...

Jonathan Landesman spoke with Construction Dive about the Davis-Bacon federal wage rules. In the article, he cautions construction companies that it is not always clear-cut if a construction project is subject to Davis-Bacon. Jon said, “Even if in ...

Now may be the time to audit your website to ensure that it is accessible to blind or visually impaired visitors. A recent case in California, coupled with ADA requirements, makes it easier for unwitting businesses with an online presence to be ...

Carol Sigmond hosted her Lorman webinar CLE on project delivery methods on Monday, June 24. This webinar explained the fundamentals of fixed price and cost-plus contracts, which dominate the field of project delivery methods. We explored the ...

Construction Contracts & Risk Management Group In 2018, laws concerning construction contracts and projects changed in many states. For example, Pennsylvania modified its Contractor and Subcontractor Payment Act, changing notice requirements and ...

Michael Metz-Topodas presented two topics at the American Subcontractors Association of Central PA and Pennsylvania Builders Exchange Half-Day Construction Symposium. What Do I Do Now?! How to Handle an OSHA Inspection An OSHA inspection can affect ...

On June 20, Carol Sigmond  presented her Lorman webinar on project delivery methods. GAIN AN UNDERSTANDING OF PROJECT DELIVERY METHODS, THEIR IMPLICATIONS, AND THE CURRENT LEGAL LANDSCAPE. This topic explains the fundamentals of fixed price ...

On October 19, Cohen Seglias Partner Carol Sigmond conducted her Lorman Education Services webinar, “Fixed Price vs. Cost-Plus: How to Choose and Use Project Delivery Methods in Light of Fraud and Collusion“. GAIN A GREATER ...

Cohen Seglias partner Paul Thaler weighed in on the “honest error” defense for researchers involved in misconduct proceedings for the Science article, “Why would a university pay a scientist found guilty of misconduct to ...

Cohen Seglias Partner Carol Sigmond presented on February 28 for her Lorman Education Services webinar, “Fixed Price vs. Cost-Plus: How to Choose and Use Project Delivery Methods in Light of Fraud and Collusion“. Gain a greater ...

If you missed Carol Sigmond’s Lorman webinar, “Fixed Price vs. Cost-Plus: How to Choose and Use Project Delivery Methods in Light of Fraud and Collusion“, from August 25th it is now available on the Lorman website. Gain a ...

Carolyn Daly is a panelist for an NJICLE and NJSBA Family Law Section CLE on the consequences from divorce. Panelists will delve into crucial areas that profoundly impact individuals and families alike. This seminar will dissect the intricate web of ...

As international students embark on their educational journey in the United States, they are not only exposed to a diverse academic landscape but also encounter a different legal system. Understanding how to navigate interactions with law ...

In today’s fast-paced and competitive work environment, hourly employees are increasingly finding themselves at the crossroads of dedication and exhaustion. The demands of the modern workplace often lead these employees to voluntarily commit extra ...

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 ...

Those managing rental properties continue to face a challenging and unpredictable landscape, particularly when it comes to guidelines affecting the landlord-tenant relationship. In this Institute of Real Estate Management webinar, Steve Williams ...

In the ever-changing COVID-19 landscape, enforcement of OSHA’s COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) remains uncertain. On November 12, 2021, the U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit further stayed ...

As COVID-19 restrictions lift across the country, employers are increasingly calling workers back to the office, some for the first time since March 2020. But before rushing back to their pre-pandemic operations, employers may need to brush up on ...

In our second issue of 2020, we give you the tools to decide whether to terminate a construction contract for cause. In addition, you will learn about how your company can avoid becoming entangled with disadvantaged business entity fraud. You will ...

Pennsylvania Governor Tom Wolf recently announced the construction industry can resume operations starting May 1, 2020. The decision brought relief and excitement to contractors eager to get back to work. However, this does not mean “business as ...

In our first issue of 2020, you will learn about the impacts of the coronavirus pandemic on the construction industry. As a party to a construction contract, we address how you can effectively adapt to this fluid and perilous situation. In addition, ...

On March 12, 2020, Virginia joined Maryland and the District of Columbia in declaring a state of emergency in connection with the rising number of confirmed coronavirus diagnoses in the DC Metro area. Since then, both state governments and the ...

Please Note: This article was updated on Monday, March 30, 2020 to reflect the latest legal and regulatory developments. With the number of reported cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) increasing, the governors of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, New York, and ...

Buried at the end of last year’s mundane spending bill was the Setting Every Community Up for Retirement Savings Act (the SECURE Act), which drastically changes the way retirement accounts function. It is important to understand not only the major ...

Other Transaction Agreements (OTAs) are becoming more common as the Department of Defense (DoD) looks to modernize and streamline the procurement process. In this two-part webinar series, Partners Tim Furin and Maria Panichelli reviewed OTAs ...

Brief Note: We hope that you are having a productive start to the new year. In this issue, you will learn some useful strategies for buying and selling construction materials and receive an update on the Pennsylvania Construction Notices Directory. ...

For the construction law bar, the ubiquitous and widespread use of the American Institute of Architects’ (AIA) contracts by public entities, developers, owners, contractors and architects all but assures their continued presence in ...

I have never met an attorney who did not believe that he was perfectly capable of drafting legislation. This confidence may come from a mastery of the case law governing the subject matter of the ­proposed legislation. Or perhaps it derives from ...

Pennsylvania Attorney General Kathleen Kane recently charged XTO Energy, Inc., a subsidiary of ExxonMobil, with criminal violations of the Pennsylvania Solid Waste Management Act and the Clean Streams Law, based on an alleged discharge of waste ...