As states across the nation rollback child labor laws, the Pennsylvania Legislature intends to combat weakened laws in an effort to protect minor workers. On June 28, 2023, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed House Bill No. 1354, which will increase the penalties for employers who are found to be violating Pennsylvania’s Child Labor Act. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair Avery E. … [Read more...] about New State Law Will Increase Regulations On Child Labor
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Pennsylvania Supreme Court Upholds Doctrine of Exclusivity in Workers’ Compensation Cases
On April 19, 2023, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a significant decision, which enforced the Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Act’s Exclusivity provision. In its opinion, the court addressed employers’ immunity in personal injury civil litigation matters. KingSpry’s Employment Law Chair, Avery E. Smith, details the Court’s opinion in Franczyk v. The Home Depot, Inc. Case … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Supreme Court Upholds Doctrine of Exclusivity in Workers’ Compensation Cases
Pennsylvania Legislature to Curb Distracted Driving
Drivers can expect Senate Bill No. 37 to mandate enhanced responsibility while operating a motor vehicle in the Commonwealth. On June 22, 2023, the PA Senate passed SB 37, which will prohibit the use of hand-held devices while driving. KingSpry’s Taisha Tolliver-Duran, Esq. emphasizes what you need to know to avoid litigation and increased insurance rates subsequent to distracted driving in … [Read more...] about Pennsylvania Legislature to Curb Distracted Driving
My Two Dads: Why Court Says Paternity Test Was Warranted in Recent Pennsylvania Case
Recently, the court evaluated Pennsylvania’s legal doctrines of presumption of paternity and the doctrine of paternity estoppel in B.D. v. C.P. and D. In Pennsylvania, a child conceived or born during an intact marriage is presumed to be the husband’s child, or a child of the marriage (presumption of paternity) even if the husband is not the biological father. That presumption led to another … [Read more...] about My Two Dads: Why Court Says Paternity Test Was Warranted in Recent Pennsylvania Case
PA House of Representatives Supports Increase in Minimum Wage for Pennsylvanians
On June 20, 2023, House Bill No. 1500 passed in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. HB 1500 aims to amend Pennsylvania’s Minimum Wage Act to increase the minimum wage in Pennsylvania to $15.00 per hour by 2026. How will this affect your business? Proposal Representatives Jason Dawkins and Patty Kim introduced HB 1500 earlier this year, which would increase Pennsylvania’s Minimum … [Read more...] about PA House of Representatives Supports Increase in Minimum Wage for Pennsylvanians
How to Steer Clear of Fireworks Law Violations this Independence Day
On June 22, 2023, the Pennsylvania Senate unanimously passed Senate Bill No. 694, which intends to repeal outdated provisions in PA Fireworks Law. KingSpry’s Taisha Tolliver-Duran, Esq. highlights the impact of this potential law and what you need to know to avoid litigation subsequent to your holiday firework displays. What Sellers Should Know Potential Update in the Law Should … [Read more...] about How to Steer Clear of Fireworks Law Violations this Independence Day
