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Phila. Municipal Court Gets New Civil Supervising Judge as Part of Wave of Leadership Changes
Judge Greg Yorgey-Girdy took over as civil supervising judge at the start of 2024 after serving on the court for only two years, something he said made him a unique pick for the position.
Troutman Pepper Sued for Racial Discrimination by Former Associate
Gita Sankano said she was fired after complaining about a partner's "outrageously demeaning, dehumanizing, and demoralizing email."
Does TikTok's Algorithm Fall Under Section 230 Immunity? 3rd Circuit to Decide
The federal appeals court considers whether the social media site could be held liable for a child's death.
Outlier or Quasi-Mass Tort? Phila.'s Civil Rights Payouts to Top $40M in 2023
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The Compensation Puzzle: An Added Piece Is 'Compensation Culture'
There's one piece that may be the most critical to ensuring you are walking into a compensation negotiation from a position of strength: Have a grasp of a company's compensation philosophy, otherwise known as their "compensation culture." Compensation culture will dictate salary ranges, the negotiation and everything in between.
People in the News—Jan. 17, 2024—Unruh Turner, Ballard Spahr
Unruh Turner Burke & Frees announced that Ryan M. Jennings, a partner in the firm's zoning and land use and municipal departments, has been appointed to the board of directors of the Transportation Management Association of Chester County (TMACC).
Is AI Right for Your Company? Four Things General Counsel Should Consider
This article addresses four factors in-house counsel should consider when assessing AI procurement. The use of these factors should result in a more precise evaluation of the costs and efficiencies of the proposed AI in question, as well as improved risk mitigation, regulatory compliance, and long-term benefits.
Insurance Defense Firm Tyson & Mendes Opens Phila. Office With Rawle & Henderson Team
"We've opened offices where our clients are complaining about nuclear verdicts," said firm founder Robert Tyson.
Superior Court Ruling Gives Businesses Post-'Hangey' Path to Challenge Venue
The ruling opens an avenue for certain businesses to argue they do not conduct enough business in a particular county to be sued there—a defense that the Pennsylvania Supreme Court's November decision in Hangey v. Husqvarna made more difficult to make.
Tax Treatment of Partnership and Their Partners—Are Rough Times Ahead?
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