In the case of Bartenwerfer v. Buckley, the U.S. Supreme Court recently held that a debtor who is liable for their business partner’s fraud cannot discharge that debt in bankruptcy, regardless of their own culpability. KingSpry’s Business Law Practice Group details what this recent decision means and how it may impact you. What Happened? Kate and David Bartenwerfer (the Bartenwerfers), … [Read more...] about Imputed Liability: Responsibility for your Business Partner’s Fraud
SCOTUS Decision in Perez Raises Interesting Procedural Question
In Perez v. Sturgis Public Schools, the United States Supreme Court addressed procedural issues when parents pursue claims under the Americans with Disabilities Act when claims also exist under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Summary of case This case involved a deaf student named Miguel Luna Perez. The School District provided him with aides to translate instruction … [Read more...] about SCOTUS Decision in Perez Raises Interesting Procedural Question
Right To Be Rude at Public Meetings Remains
On March 19, 2023, the Sunday New York Times featured a story on the recent Massachusetts Supreme Court decision that reaffirmed what constitutes appropriate commentary when it upheld an individual’s right to be rude at public meetings. The Case This decision follows the case of Barron v. Kolenda, brought about by Southborough, Massachusetts resident, Louise Barron (“Barron”). In December … [Read more...] about Right To Be Rude at Public Meetings Remains
According to NLRB, Confidentiality and Nondisparagement Provisions in Severance Agreements May Be Unlawful
In a recent case, the National Labor Relations Board found that confidentiality and nondisparagement provisions in severance agreements may be unlawful due to the infringement of employees’ rights. How might this impact your business? Here’s what you need to know. The Case On February 21, 2023, in the case of McLaren Macomb, 372 NLRB No. 58 (2023), the National Labor Relations Board (the … [Read more...] about According to NLRB, Confidentiality and Nondisparagement Provisions in Severance Agreements May Be Unlawful
New Federal Law Expands the Protections for Pregnant and Nursing Workers Across the Nation
Effective June 27, 2023, the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act will require all covered employers - including school districts - to provide reasonable accommodations for workers and applicants limited by pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions. What is the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act? The Pregnant Workers Fairness Act (PWFA) is a recent law that requires covered employers to … [Read more...] about New Federal Law Expands the Protections for Pregnant and Nursing Workers Across the Nation
Divided Court Leaves Prior Ruling in Place Regarding Formula for Tax Assessment Appeals
On February 28, 2023, a divided PA Supreme Court issued its ruling in the case of GM Berkshire Hills LLC v. Berks Cnty. Bd. of Assessment. Because the Court was divided, its decision leaves in place the Commonwealth Court’s prior ruling that a school district may continue to challenge underassessed properties if they use a sales-based formula to determine when to file tax assessment appeals, … [Read more...] about Divided Court Leaves Prior Ruling in Place Regarding Formula for Tax Assessment Appeals
