On July 17, 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed House Bill No. 115 into law, making it Act No. 65 of 2024 (the “Act”). The Act amends Pennsylvania’s Probate, Estates and Fiduciaries Code, making it easier for relatives to claim abandoned or unclaimed property and money of their deceased relatives. KingSpry's Estate & Trust Law Practice Chair, Paul S. Frank, Esq., reviews the new … [Read more...] about Act 65 Simplifies Unclaimed Property for Estate Heirs
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Pennsylvania General Assembly Curbs Distracted Driving with Passage of Senate Bill 37
On June 5, 2024, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 37 (“SB 37”), making it Act 18 of 2024 (the “Act”). The Act will enhance responsibility for drivers who utilize a mobile device while operating a motor vehicle in Pennsylvania. KingSpry’s Litigation Practice Chair, Alan S. Battisti, Esq., discusses the Act and emphasizes what drivers need to know to avoid litigation and … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania General Assembly Curbs Distracted Driving with Passage of Senate Bill 37
Family Law Arbitration Bill Unanimously Passed By Pennsylvania General Assembly
The Pennsylvania General Assembly unanimously passed House Bill No. 917, which introduces the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act. HB 917 was signed by Pennsylvania Governor, Josh Shapiro, on May 8, 2024, making it Act No. 12 of 2024. KingSpry’s Managing Partner and Family Law Attorney, Jessica F. Moyer, details how the Uniform Family Law Arbitration Act will impact family law … [Read more...] about Family Law Arbitration Bill Unanimously Passed By Pennsylvania General Assembly
Proposed American Privacy Rights Act to Put Americans in Control of Their Data
The Federal House Energy and Commerce Committee released a draft of their new legislation, the American Privacy Rights Act (the “Act”) earlier this month. The Act intends to establish a national data privacy and security standard that gives Americans the right to control their personal information. Despite being in the early stages of the legislative process, the Act has received high … [Read more...] about Proposed American Privacy Rights Act to Put Americans in Control of Their Data
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
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
