Legislation
Overturning of Roe v. Wade: Implications on Other Privacy Rights
On June 24, 2022, the United States Supreme Court (i.e., SCOTUS), in a 6-3 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization, voted to overturn the federal protections on abortion found in both Roe v. Wade (1973) and Casey v. Planned Parenthood (1992). Dobbs originated in Mississippi in 2018 when the Jackson Women’s Health Organization,…
Read MoreIf You Think Pennsylvania Statute of Limitations are Suspended During the COVID-19 Judicial Emergency, Think Again
“Commencement of a civil action, by praecipe for a writ of summons, for purposes of tolling a statute of limitations. However, all related procedural rules, including rules regarding service of original process, are suspended as set forth in this Court’s Order of March 18, 2020.” What does this mean? As most lawyers are aware, the…
Read MoreAttorney Rick Howard Discusses the Equifax Breach and Changes to Pennsylvania Family Law on WFYL’s “It’s a New Day”
Attorney Rick Howard recently appeared on WFYL 1180AM to discuss the recent Equifax breach and inform their listeners about recent changes to Family Law in Pennsylvania. Equifax Data Breach Nearly half of the U.S. population is affected by this data breach. So, what should you do to protect yourself? Check your credit reports for suspicious…
Read MorePennsylvania Passes New Alcohol Sales Legislation
Heading to your favorite BYOB restaurant this weekend? New laws regarding the sale of alcohol recently went into effect in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. As many Pennsylvania residents know, purchasing alcohol has never been one-stop shopping. Until now. This new legislation allows for expanded service from the state-owned liquor stores and for wine and beer…
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