Medical marijuana is allowed in Pennsylvania, and recreational use of cannabis is legal in nearby New Jersey. However, the federal government still defines cannabis as a Schedule 1 substance with "no currently accepted medical use and a high potential for abuse." What does that mean for Pennsylvania employers? The rules can be confusing, especially since more of your current and prospective … [Read more...] about Cannabis Laws and What They Mean For Pennsylvania Employers
The Dog Days of Divorce: Who Gets Rover When It’s All Over?
These days, many people treat their pets like they are children. Hence the term "furbabies." As a result, pet custody is becoming a frequent issue in divorce cases. It is not unusual for couples to fight over who gets to keep the family dog or cat after they go their separate ways. Pennsylvania Pets Are Personal Property In Pennsylvania and most other states, pets are treated as personal property … [Read more...] about The Dog Days of Divorce: Who Gets Rover When It’s All Over?
Do Schools Have a Right to Prevent Teachers from Displaying Messages of Inclusion in Their Classrooms?
Consider the following scenarios: A high school teacher places a Black Lives Matter sticker on her desk to let students know she is against racism. A teacher down the hall hangs a Pride flag from his door to signal to LGBTQ students that his classroom is a safe space. Does the school district have a right to establish policies prohibiting teachers from displaying these pro-inclusive … [Read more...] about Do Schools Have a Right to Prevent Teachers from Displaying Messages of Inclusion in Their Classrooms?
How Will Act 57 of 2022 Impact Your School?
On July 11, 2022, Governor Tom Wolf signed Act 57 of 2022 amending the Local Tax Collection Law. Prior to Act 57, a taxpayer who claimed they did not receive notice of their real estate taxes was not relieved from paying the penalty, fee, interest, or other charges that may have accrued as a result of their failure to pay in a timely manner. Act 57 now requires school districts to … [Read more...] about How Will Act 57 of 2022 Impact Your School?
What the Corporate Transparency Act Means for Business Entities
A new federal law aimed at combatting money laundering and other criminal activity will impose beneficial ownership reporting obligations on business entities and is expected to become effective soon, possibly in early 2023. Business entities should be aware of the information that they will be required to report and the deadlines for reporting, after the effective date is designated. The … [Read more...] about What the Corporate Transparency Act Means for Business Entities
Walking The Tightrope: Student Discipline Under Section 504
The Office for Civil Rights has just issued guidance as to how Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 applies to the use of student discipline. Its focus is the balancing that schools must do when considering providing for a student’s disability-based behaviors on the one hand, and maintaining an appropriate and safe learning environment for all students on the other. Section 504 is a civil … [Read more...] about Walking The Tightrope: Student Discipline Under Section 504
