On February 6, 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro delivered his 2024-2025 Budget Address. Acknowledging the Commonwealth’s current, unconstitutional school funding system, Governor Shapiro proposes an increased budget and new programs to guarantee every student receives the thorough and efficient education they are entitled to. A Need For Change On February 7, 2023, a Pennsylvania … [Read more...] about Governor Shapiro Addresses General Assembly: “Real Opportunity Begins in Our Classrooms”
The New Corporate Transparency Act Impacts Businesses Across the United States
Effective January 1, 2024, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act, the Corporate Transparency Act requires domestic and foreign reporting companies to report beneficial ownership information to the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (“FinCEN”). KingSpry’s Taisha Tolliver-Duran, Esq. has kept abreast of the changes in legislation, and details what businesses must know about the new … [Read more...] about The New Corporate Transparency Act Impacts Businesses Across the United States
U.S. Department of Labor’s Final Rule Reintroduces The Longstanding Economic Reality Test in Worker Classification Matters
The United States Department of Labor published its Final Rule on January 10, 2024 governing the classification of independent contractors. Taking effect next month, the Final Rule reintroduces standards that are more consistent with judicial precedent. This new standard is enacted to avoid the misclassification of workers and ensure that workers receive due protections under the … [Read more...] about U.S. Department of Labor’s Final Rule Reintroduces The Longstanding Economic Reality Test in Worker Classification Matters
New Jersey Workers See Increased Minimum Wages in the New Year
The goal set by New Jersey Governor, Phil Murphy, to increase New Jersey’s Minimum Wage to $15 an hour is set for success in 2024. New Jersey’s Department of Labor and Workforce Development announced that the state’s minimum wage has increased to $15.13 as of January 1, 2024 for most employees. Obligations for New Jersey Employers Effective January 1, 2024, employees have minimum wage … [Read more...] about New Jersey Workers See Increased Minimum Wages in the New Year
New Year, New Law for Pennsylvania Dogs
On October 23, 2023, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Act 18, which updates Pennsylvania’s Dog Law. Act 18 revises annual and lifetime dog license costs, causing dog owners to see an increase in fees for the first time in over twenty five (25) years. The General Assembly has also amended several provisions of Pennsylvania’s Dog Law, which dog and kennel owners must consider. KingSpry … [Read more...] about New Year, New Law for Pennsylvania Dogs
Pennsylvania Senate Takes Action to Prevent Abuse in Child Custody Proceedings with Unanimous Support of Kayden’s Law
In a 50-0 vote, the Pennsylvania Senate passed Senate Bill No. 55 on December 13, 2023. Upon passage in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives, Senate Bill No. 55 will enact Kayden’s Law, which develops a procedure for custody proceedings that ensures greater protection of children. KingSpry’s Managing Partner and Family Law Attorney, Jessica F. Moyer, details the proposed legislation and … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Senate Takes Action to Prevent Abuse in Child Custody Proceedings with Unanimous Support of Kayden’s Law
