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Pennsylvania COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance Program
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On Monday, applications for the second round of funding under the COVID-19 Relief Statewide Small Business Assistance Program were opened. Grants of between $5,000 and $50,000, depending on a business’ revenues, will be issued by Pennsylvania’s 17 Community Development Financial Institutions within two weeks of the application period closing. Funding for… Continue reading
Pennsylvania Rehab Facility with Covid-19 Outbreak Gave Residents Hydroxychloroquine Without Approval
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The Pennsylvania Department of Health has reported that a Beaver County, PA rehabilitation facility gave the controversial drug hydroxychloroquine to more than 200 of its residents without approval from the Department of Health. Brighton Rehabilitation and Wellness Center, in Brighton, PA, has had one of the worst Covid-19 outbreaks in… Continue reading
Senate Aims for Federal Jurisdiction Over COVID-Related Personal Injury and Medical Liability Claims
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COVID-19 is causing more than public health and economic issues in the United States. A July 16, 2020 report in the Wall-Street Journal reported on new proposed legislation that would address liability issues in COVID-19 patient care. As cases continue to spike across the country, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell… Continue reading
Victims of Unlawful Dissemination of Intimate Images Can Seek Justice
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In our high-tech world of Snapchat, Groupme and text messaging, individuals are often sharing intimate photos or videos with their romantic partners via cellphones. Additionally, with the prevalence of in-home security cameras, webcams, and cellphone video technology, it is easier than ever for an individual to record intimate interactions without… Continue reading
My Zoom Deposition is Tomorrow – No Problem
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The day of your deposition is quickly approaching. You are ready, you have done your homework, you have talked with your attorney, and you have thought about how this accident has impacted your life. Tomorrow, you will finally get to tell your story.
Philadelphia Landlord Tenant Cases Postponed Until Further Notice
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Today, the Philadelphia Municipal Court issued an Administrative Order postponing Landlord Tenant cases that are currently scheduled for a hearing before the Municipal Court between July 6, 2020 and September 2, 2020 until further order of the Court. Governor Wolf’s May 7, 2020 Executive Order previously extended the moratorium on… Continue reading
My Zoom Deposition is Next Week – No Problem
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Your Zoom deposition is going to take place in one week. At this point, you should feel ready for it. You also know the number one thing you must make sure to do – be 100% honest. Continue to go over the list of activities you can no longer do… Continue reading
FTCA, Minority Tolling, and the Challenges of the Statute of Limitations
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The birth of a child is an opportunity for joy and excitement, as well as a little anxiety for new parents. After all, the birth process can be scary, especially given the rising maternal mortality rate in the United States. Although no parents want to deal with a medical malpractice… Continue reading
My Zoom Deposition is in Three Weeks – No Problem
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Let’s imagine that your Zoom deposition is going to take place a few weeks from today. This is great news, because it means that not only will you will finally get to tell your side of the incident, but your case is also that much closer to being resolved. Remember… Continue reading
Pennsylvania Approves $225 Million for Small Businesses Impacted by COVID-19
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On June 8, Governor Wolf announced a $225 million statewide grant program for small businesses impacted by COVID-19. The Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED) will distribute the funds to Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs), which will then administer the funding in the form of grants. The DCED will… Continue reading
