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Pittsburgh Divorce Law Blog

Covers matrimonial, custody, child support and other family law issues By Elliott & Davis, PC.

http://divorceattorneysinpittsburgh.wordpress.com

Feb 16
The Use of a Parenting Coordinator

The Use of a Parenting Coordinator

What is a “parenting coordinator”? A parenting coordinator is a person appointed by the judge in custody cases to help execute and coordinate ancillary issues of a custody order. This helps ease the burden of…
Apr 24
Protection From Abuse Act Claim

Protection From Abuse Act Claim

Nothing says “I love you” like a restraining order, or at least, that’s the title of a song by post-hardcore band Our Last Night.
Apr 24
The New Child Custody Law – 15 Factors A Court Must Consider

The New Child Custody Law – 15 Factors A Court Must Consider

At the end of 2011, the custody laws in Pennsylvania were changed. The courts still look at the best interest of the child above all. Interestingly, however, Section 5328 of the new legislation sets forth 15 factors that a court…

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Startups and IP Strategy

Covers intellectual property issues relating to startups and entrepreneurs. By Leonid Kravets.

http://startupsip.com/

May 23
Patent Trolls are Hot Right Now

Patent Trolls are Hot Right Now

It seems like everyday a new article comes out talking about patent trolls affecting our startup ecosystem. Most of these articles cite one or two famous patent trolls (Lodsys, etc). To begin to deal with these problems, just…
Feb 28
Patent Trolls Eat Startups First. Here’s What You Can Do About It

Patent Trolls Eat Startups First. Here’s What You Can Do About It

Editor’s Note: This post first appeared on TechCrunch Patent assertion entities (PAEs or trolls) regularly engage in the practice of sending patent demand letters to unsuspecting startups and small businesses in preparation for…
Feb 19
First-To-File Patent Law Is Imminent, But What Will It Mean?

First-To-File Patent Law Is Imminent, But What Will It Mean?

Editor’s Note: This post first appeared on TechCrunch. One of the main changes resulting from the passage of the America Invents Act (AIA) is the transition of U.S. patent law from a “first-to-invent”…

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The Mature Law Student

For those going into law as a second career for ages 40 and up. By Sam Bruner.

http://thematurelawstudent.blogspot.com/

Aug 7
The First Semester - Getting Started

The First Semester - Getting Started

My son was entering his junior year in high school. Before school starts my wife goes to Target for all his supplies. Now she led both of us. My son was the expert here. He advised me on the type of book bag that would look cool and the…
Jun 13
He Not Being Born Is Busy Dying Or Why Should I Attend Law School In My Fiftie

He Not Being Born Is Busy Dying Or Why Should I Attend Law School In My Fiftie

My reasons for deciding on law school may be different from others. I am writing this post because I have been asked by EVERYONE who knows I am attending school, including many professors, why I am going at this time in life. When I say…
Jun 5
The Most Common Questions and Reactions From Friends and Relative

The Most Common Questions and Reactions From Friends and Relative

I will address the question of "why I wanted to go to law school" in another posting. Let's just accept the notion that I did not wake up one day and say, "hey, I think I'll go to law school now that I'm 52!" Something had to be missing in…

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Philadelphia Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers hot button injury and accident litigation case topics. Published By Shaffer & Gaier, LLC.

http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyersblog.com/

Feb 20
A Good Day in Cape May County-February 8, 2013

A Good Day in Cape May County-February 8, 2013

I have a foreclosure case coming up for trial in April in Cape May County, New Jersey. The plaintiff is Fannie Mae, and they bought the loan from my client’s federal credit union. There was significant fraud in the way the Lender lied…
Feb 20
FEDERAL COURT FORECLOSURE PRACTICE

FEDERAL COURT FORECLOSURE PRACTICE

I have a case pending in Federal District Court in Philadelphia against Bank of America (the servicing bank) and HSBC (HSBC controls the trust that holds my client’s mortgage). The basis of the lawsuit is that the banks lied to my…
Nov 21
N.J. Foreclosure Mediation – Participation Statistic

N.J. Foreclosure Mediation – Participation Statistic

The New Jersey Foreclosure Mediation Program is often a useful and efficient way to work out a foreclosure lawsuit, especially because our clients get to meet face-to-face with the lender or it’s attorney. New Jersey mortgage foreclosure…

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Intellectual Property Law Blog

Covers legal issues and legal developments relating to Intellectual Property Law. By Nissenbaum Law Group, LLC.

http://www.intellectualpropertylawinfoblog.com/

May 14
Is an Interactive Website Responsible for the Unlawful Uploading of Copyrighted Materials by Its Users?

Is an Interactive Website Responsible for the Unlawful Uploading of Copyrighted Materials by Its Users?

Should a website be responsible for all of the material that is uploaded by its users? Under what circumstances should a website be liable for direct and/or secondary copyright infringement? These questions were addressed in Viacom Int'l,…
Sep 19
What Intellectual Property Issues Will Arise if The NBA Sells ad Space on Its Uniforms?

What Intellectual Property Issues Will Arise if The NBA Sells ad Space on Its Uniforms?

In July 2012, Adam Silver, the deputy commissioner of the NBA announced plans to allow corporate logos on team jerseys. If the plan is formally approved, the ad space will be 2.5-in.-by-2.5-in. and will be placed below the left…
Aug 14
May The Look and Feel of the Tetris Video Game be Protected by The Copyright Act?

May The Look and Feel of the Tetris Video Game be Protected by The Copyright Act?

Is the look and feel of the Tetris video game distinguishable from the ideas of the game and therefore protectable? In Tetris Holding, LLC v. XIO Interactive, Inc., No. 09-6115 (D.N.J. May 30, 2012), the United States District Court for…

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Philadelphia Business Lawyer Blog

Published By Danziger Shapiro & Leavitt, P.C.

http://www.philadelphiabusinesslawyerblog.com/

May 22
PROPOSED BILL IN NEW JERSEY IF PASSED WILL INVALIDATE COVENANTS NOT TO COMPETE IN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS - TIME IS NOW IF YOU WANT EMPLOYEES TO SIGN RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS

PROPOSED BILL IN NEW JERSEY IF PASSED WILL INVALIDATE COVENANTS NOT TO COMPETE IN EMPLOYMENT CONTRACTS - TIME IS NOW IF YOU WANT EMPLOYEES TO SIGN RESTRICTIVE COVENANTS

Last month the New Jersey Legislature introduced Assembly Bill 3970 that if passed will invalidate any restrictive covenant in an employment contract if the affected employee was eligible to receive unemployment compensation benefits. The…
May 16
NEW M&A TAX RULE EFFECTIVE MAY 15, 2013 FAVORS INDIVIDUALS

NEW M&A TAX RULE EFFECTIVE MAY 15, 2013 FAVORS INDIVIDUALS

Yesterday, on May 15, 2013, a new regulation went into effect under 336(e) of the Internal Revenue Code that was designed to minimize an individual's tax burden in a M&A transaction. Essentially, the Internal Revenue Service has provided…
May 8
BEST PRACTICE TIP: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS OF POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES ONLY UNDER CERTAIN LIMITED CONDITIONS

BEST PRACTICE TIP: CRIMINAL BACKGROUND CHECKS OF POTENTIAL EMPLOYEES ONLY UNDER CERTAIN LIMITED CONDITIONS

Companies today that routinely perform criminal background checks as part of their hiring process run the very real danger of running afoul of the Fair Credit Reporting Act (FCRA) and other federal and state statutes. Generally speaking, an…

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Pennsylvania Workers Compensation…

Pennsylvania Workers Compensation Information

By Calhoun & Associates.

http://www.workercompensationsettlements.com/faqs/

Jun 8
Am I Required To Hire An Attorney?

Am I Required To Hire An Attorney?

Although there is no Pennsylvania law that requires an injured worker to hire an attorney to represent them in a Pennsylvania workers’ compensation claim, the insurance company will in all likelihood have an attorney representing them.…
Jun 6
Who Exactly is Eligible to Receive Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Benefits?

Who Exactly is Eligible to Receive Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Benefits?

If you have suffered a work-related injury or have become ill because of exposure to hazardous material on the job, you may be potentially entitled to medical and compensation benefits under the Workers’ Compensation Act. The vast…
May 31
Is A Workers Compensation Claim Considered To Be A Type Of Lawsuit In Pennsylvania?

Is A Workers Compensation Claim Considered To Be A Type Of Lawsuit In Pennsylvania?

Filing a workers’ compensation benefits claim in Pennsylvania is not equal to filing a lawsuit. Workers’ compensation provides an injured worker who suffered from a work-related injury or illness the right of collecting benefits no matter…

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Spencer Law Firm Blog

Covers probate and estate planning in Pennsylvania.

http://www.pennsylvaniatrustsandestates.com/

Nov 21
Planning for Another Marriage Later in Life

Planning for Another Marriage Later in Life

As the life expectancy of people in the United States increases, there are more second and third marriages. Widows and widowers are increasingly likely to meet and decide that another marriage is a wonderful way to spend their remaining…
Nov 10
The Top Ten Money Excuse

The Top Ten Money Excuse

Thank you to Peterson Hastings for posting this article by Jim Parker, Vice President, DFA Australia Limited: "Human beings have an astounding facility for self-deception when it comes to our own money. We tend to rationalize our own…
Nov 5
New $14,000 Gift Tax Annual Exclusion and Other Inflation Adjustment

New $14,000 Gift Tax Annual Exclusion and Other Inflation Adjustment

By law, a number of tax provisions must be adjusted annually to keep pace with inflation. Before these numbers were adjusted for inflation, taxpayers automatically fell into higher tax brackets as their income rose with the cost of living.…

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Philadelphia Estate and Tax…

Philadelphia Estate and Tax Attorney Blog

Focuses on income, estate and gift tax matters, estate planning and probate administration. By Steven J. Fromm.

http://frommtaxes.wordpress.com/

Jan 21
Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

We now know what the federal estate tax laws will be this year and in the future. Our federal government has stated that these estate tax rules are now permanent after a decade of uncertainty. (A cynic may say that these…
Jan 21
Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

Estate Planning 2013: Now What? A Must Read For Everyone

We now know what the federal estate tax laws will be this year and in the future. Our federal government has stated that these estate tax rules are now permanent after a decade of uncertainty. (A cynic may say that these…
Dec 4
2012 Year End Tax Planning Strategie

2012 Year End Tax Planning Strategie

2012 Year End Tax Planning Strategies. Filed under: Estate Planning

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Sykes Elder Blawg

Covers medicaid planning, special needs trusts and estate planning topics for Pennsylvania seniors and their families. By Andrew G. Sykes.

http://www.elderlawofpgh.com/blog/

Mar 8
Video: Overview of Estate Planning in Pennsylvania

Video: Overview of Estate Planning in Pennsylvania

We have begun adding videos to our website to explain basic elder law issues. Our first video – Overview of Estate Planning in PA – answers these questions: What is estate planning? Why would you want to plan your estate? Protect…
Mar 3
Articles give tips on “Protecting Mom & Dad’s Money”

Articles give tips on “Protecting Mom & Dad’s Money”

A detailed article in the January 2013 issue of Consumer Reports investigates financial abuse of the elderly “by neighbors, friends, employees, and relatives – the very people entrusted to care for and protect seniors.” From…
Feb 23
Pittsburgh Steelers Seat License: Do You Need to Probate?

Pittsburgh Steelers Seat License: Do You Need to Probate?

If a person dies owning a seat license for Pittsburgh Steelers football games, will someone need to open a probate estate to transfer the license? Yes, according to a number of estate attorneys I have spoken with who have had this issue arise…

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Keeping Your Sanity During Divorce

By Perlberger Law Associates, P.C.

http://www.pennsylvaniafamilylawandcivillitigationblog.com/

Jan 31
Facebook Utilized in Felony Child Support Case

Facebook Utilized in Felony Child Support Case

In a post last year, we discussed the increasing role of social networking sites such as Facebook as sources of evidence in Pennsylvania family courts. In those cases, evidence taken from Facebook posts was very useful in family court,…
Dec 1
Custody Contempt Hearing Not an Appropriate Opportunity for Modification

Custody Contempt Hearing Not an Appropriate Opportunity for Modification

To say that adjusting to parenting after divorce can be a difficult process would be an understatement. Collaborating with a newly estranged spouse to craft schedules and boundaries can be emotionally draining, and trying to abide by those…
Sep 25
Birth Parents' Rights vs. Grandparents' Rights Addressed in Recent Custody Matter

Birth Parents' Rights vs. Grandparents' Rights Addressed in Recent Custody Matter

Last week, the Superior Court decided a case dealing with grandparents' custody rights, and affirmed that biological parents have an advantage in such proceedings. In V.B. and C.B. v. J.E.B.

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White Collar Defense Update

Covers Federal criminal statutes, investigations, criminal defense issues. By Dilworth Paxson LLP.

http://www.whitecollardefenseupdate.com/

Feb 18
Notable Recent Decisions Under the False Claims Act--Part 2

Notable Recent Decisions Under the False Claims Act--Part 2

This is the second installment of our four part series about notable recent decisions under the False Claims Act. This week's featured decision is United States ex rel. Glenda Martin v. Life Care Centers of America, Inc., 2012 WL 6084626…
Feb 10
Defrauded Peregrine Investors Seek Relief Against Bank

Defrauded Peregrine Investors Seek Relief Against Bank

A recent Northern District of Illinois case concerning fraud against investors alleges causes of actions against the financial institutions where the investors' funds were being held. This case poses an interesting question as to whether…
Feb 10
Notable Recent Decisions Under the False Claims Act

Notable Recent Decisions Under the False Claims Act

Each week for the next four weeks, we will provide a summary of a notable recent decision under the False Claims Act. The first in this series is United States v. Kernan Hospital, 2012 WL 5879133 (D.Md., Nov. 20, 2012). Read the decision…

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Internet Law Info Blog

Covers legal developments involving new technologies and the Internet. By Nissenbaum Law Group, LLC.

http://www.internetlawinfoblog.com/

Apr 29
Does the Government Violate the 4th Amendment When it Obtains Evidence From a Suspect’s Facebook Page?

Does the Government Violate the 4th Amendment When it Obtains Evidence From a Suspect’s Facebook Page?

Does the 4th Amendment protect information disseminated online? Can Facebook posts be used against defendants in a court of law? The court in U.S. v. Joshua Meregildo WL 3264501 (S.D.N.Y. August 10, 2012), addressed whether the government…
Sep 19
When Are Online Forum Selection Clauses Enforceable in New York?

When Are Online Forum Selection Clauses Enforceable in New York?

Should a defendant, who uses the Internet to market and sell nationally, be able to restrict jurisdiction with the use of a forum selection clause (“FSC”)? On the other hand, should a plaintiff be able to drag an online company, that…
Aug 14
Does Selling a Grey Market Goods In New York Confer Individual Jurisdiction Over the Trademark Infringer?

Does Selling a Grey Market Goods In New York Confer Individual Jurisdiction Over the Trademark Infringer?

In Chloe v. Queen Bee of Beverly Hills, L.L.C., No. 09-cv (2d Cir. Aug. 5, 2010), the court was presented with a novel issue: whether a New York court would have jurisdiction over a California resident who was alleged to have engaged in one…

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Television, Film & Music Law Blog

Covers legal issues and legal developments affecting television, film and music production. By Nissenbaum Law Group, LLC.

http://www.filmproductionlawblog.com/

Apr 29
Does Interference with Someone Filming a Documentary About Police Interaction with Gang Members in Public Violate the Rights Afforded to that Person Under the NJ or the U.S. Constitutions?

Does Interference with Someone Filming a Documentary About Police Interaction with Gang Members in Public Violate the Rights Afforded to that Person Under the NJ or the U.S. Constitutions?

In September 2012, the Appellate Court of New Jersey held that “the right to engage in news gathering for the purposes of creating a documentary concerning a matter of public interest is protected by the First Amendment and the New...
Sep 19
May a Principal Officer be Held Liable for Corporate Actions?

May a Principal Officer be Held Liable for Corporate Actions?

Should a principal corporate officer be able to avail himself of the corporation’s liability shield which would protect his personal assets from suits arising from actions taken in his corporate capacity? When should a principal officer be…
Aug 14
Is a Broadcast Television Network Liable When it Broadcasts an Alleged False Story about Someone Without Verifying the Validity of the Statements?

Is a Broadcast Television Network Liable When it Broadcasts an Alleged False Story about Someone Without Verifying the Validity of the Statements?

According to a pending California lawsuit, the American Broadcasting Companies (“ABC”) published an allegedly false depiction of Colorado resident David Williams’ (“Williams”) online relationship with former lover Kelley Cahill…

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Legal Services Blog

Covers Pennsylvania business law and estate planning issues. From The Martin Law Firm.

http://www.jbmartinlaw.com/legal-services-blog/

Aug 31
When a Good Trial Team Goes Bad: The Psychology of Team Anxiety

When a Good Trial Team Goes Bad: The Psychology of Team Anxiety

Article excerpt: full article posted as guest blogger at the MyLegal blog here.
Oct 11
Tip #4 from a Pennsylvania Collections Attorney

Tip #4 from a Pennsylvania Collections Attorney

Pennsylvania Collections Attorney | Part 4: Increase Successful Debt Collection
Oct 7
Pennsylvania Power of Attorney Provision

Pennsylvania Power of Attorney Provision

Pennsylvania Power of Attorney Provisions | On October 12, 1999, Act 39 of 1999 was signed into law, and most of its provisions became effective on December 12, 1999. On April 12, 2000, new requirements went into effect. Act 39 and the…

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Pennsylvania Injury Law Report

Covers auto law and personal injury. By Stuart A. Carpey.

http://www.pennsylvaniainjurylawreport.com/

May 20
Ways Your Attorney Can Screw Up Your Case

Ways Your Attorney Can Screw Up Your Case

How can your lawyer screw up your case? Let me count the ways. Here are three examples. Benjamin A. Post v. St. Paul Travelers Ins. Co., a United States Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit decided July 31, 2012, is a reported decision…
May 16
Supreme Court ERISA Subrogation Case Makes It More Difficult To Settle Personal Injury Case

Supreme Court ERISA Subrogation Case Makes It More Difficult To Settle Personal Injury Case

The U.S. Airways v. McCutchen, decided April 16, 2013, case complicates the finality of any personal injury case where a lien is involved. McCutchen was injured in a car accident and his personal injury lawyer obtained a settlement on his…
May 11
Why You Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage If You Are Involved In A Hit And Run Accident

Why You Need Uninsured Motorist Coverage If You Are Involved In A Hit And Run Accident

What is a hit and run accident in Pennsylvania? If you have been unfortunate enough to have been involved in an accident like this, what can you do? Can you get compensated for your injuries and damages? The answer is yes, if you have…

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Business Law Counsel

News and comments on Business Law. By Dilworth Paxson L.L.P.

http://www.business-law-counsel.com/

Apr 28
A Not So Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum

A Not So Funny Thing Happened On The Way To The Forum

By Jordan M. RandContracts are about preparing for the worst. Define your obligations, then limit your liability. Disclaim warranties. Require notice and an opportunity to cure. Nobody wants to think about their relationships going bad…
Apr 10
Cashing In On Cyber Security Check

Cashing In On Cyber Security Check

By Jordan M. Rand Beware of the checks your on-line privacy and security policies write. If your you-know-whats can't cash them, plaintiffs might. Increasingly, plaintiffs are filing lawsuits after "hackers" access their personal…
Mar 29
Who Would Want a Lawyer Involved in Business Decisions . . .

Who Would Want a Lawyer Involved in Business Decisions . . .

By Matthew AzoulayA company that wants to lower corporate risks and boost the overall value of a company by nearly 10 percent, that's who. A recently published article on Law.com discusses a relatively "new" trend among companies regarding…

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Philadelphia Personal Injury…

Philadelphia Personal Injury Lawyer Blog

Covers car accidents, trip and fall and premises liability news. By Brent Wieand.

http://www.philadelphiapersonalinjurylawyer-blog.com/

Dec 17
Nursing Home Litigation Arbitration Agreements may be Wholly or Partially Unenforceable

Nursing Home Litigation Arbitration Agreements may be Wholly or Partially Unenforceable

In a large number of nursing home cases, facilities raise a defense - usually through preliminary objections - that an agreement to arbitrate exists and as such, the Common Pleas Courts lack jurisdiction. Nursing home arbitration…
Nov 6
City of Philadelphia Police cruiser rammed by stolen Camaro

City of Philadelphia Police cruiser rammed by stolen Camaro

A City of Philadelphia police patrol car responding to a report of a shooting was struck by a maroon Camaro in the city's Nicetown-Hunting Park section about 4:30 p.m. Monday.
Oct 24
Fall Prevention in Nursing Homes Requires Proper Monitoring, Assessment and a Risk Based Care Plan

Fall Prevention in Nursing Homes Requires Proper Monitoring, Assessment and a Risk Based Care Plan

In nursing homes and assisted care facilities, accidental falls happen frequently to the elderly. However, falls can be prevented with properly trained staff, monitored care, proper risk assessment and a tailored care plan.

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Philadelphia Bankruptcy Lawyer…

Philadelphia Bankruptcy Lawyer Blog

Covers Bankruptcy Chapter 7, Chapter 13, news, updates and commentary. Published By Darin King

http://www.philadelphiabankruptcylawyerblog.com/

Jul 5
Montgomery County, PA Bankruptcy Lawyer Discusses How Much it Costs to File Bankruptcy?

Montgomery County, PA Bankruptcy Lawyer Discusses How Much it Costs to File Bankruptcy?

At King Law Center, our goal is to "provide excellent legal work with exceptional personal service at as low a cost as possible." That is, in fact, our mission statement. This generally means our costs to file bankruptcy are lower than most…
May 22
Bucks County Bankruptcy Attorney on Rising Cost of Bankruptcy

Bucks County Bankruptcy Attorney on Rising Cost of Bankruptcy

This Bucks County Bankruptcy Attorney charges about half of what most bankruptcy lawyers cost.
Apr 19
Montgomery County Bankruptcy Attorney Notes Increased Subprime Lending

Montgomery County Bankruptcy Attorney Notes Increased Subprime Lending

As a bankruptcy lawyer in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, the issue of post-bankruptcy credit rebounding is important. Interestingly, some debtors who have successfully concluded their Chapter 7 bankruptcies by receiving the Notice of…

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Medicare-Medicaid Audit World

Covers RACs, MACs, and Medicare and Medicaid court cases. By David S. Dessen of Dessen, Moses & Rossitto.

http://www.medicaremedicaidblog.com/

Feb 8
Will CMS Double Down on the Success of the Recovery Audit Program?

Will CMS Double Down on the Success of the Recovery Audit Program?

According to CMS, between October 2010 and December 2012, the RACs collected $3.8 billion in overpayments. As the nearby chart makes clear, the volume of amount collected each quarter has continued to increase, the result of the ever…
Dec 17
Appeals of Recovery Audit Contractor Decisions are Overwhelming the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeal

Appeals of Recovery Audit Contractor Decisions are Overwhelming the Office of Medicare Hearings and Appeal

If a Medicare provider's claim for payment is denied or if a Recovery Audit Contractor (RAC) determines that a past payment was made improperly, the provider may appeal the denial. Medicare provides a 5-level appeal process that begins with…
Nov 20
Is the Inspector General Biased Against Medicare Providers? - A Recent Report Says YES!

Is the Inspector General Biased Against Medicare Providers? - A Recent Report Says YES!

In 1978, Congress passed the Inspector General Act "[t]o create independent and objective units to provide leadership and coordination and recommend policies for activities designed (A) to promote economy, efficien

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ericsuter.net

A litigator's blog with numerous other interests slipped in.

http://www.ericsuter.net/

Nov 9
From the Shelve

From the Shelve

War and Peace by Leo Tolstoy My rating: 4 of 5 stars A times an evocative pleasure, at times a...
Oct 17
Rebranding

Rebranding

In honor of the Gap’s silly new logo: Gap yourself here.
Oct 15
From the Shelve

From the Shelve

The Battle of Alamein: Turning Point, World War II by John Bierman My rating: 3 of 5 stars The...

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Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation…

Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation FAQs

Answers workers' compensation questions for Pennsylvania residents. By Calhoun & Associates.

http://www.workercompensationsettlements.com/faqs/

Jun 8
Am I Required To Hire An Attorney?

Am I Required To Hire An Attorney?

Although there is no Pennsylvania law that requires an injured worker to hire an attorney to represent them in a Pennsylvania workers’ compensation claim, the insurance company will in all likelihood have an attorney representing them.…
Jun 6
Who Exactly is Eligible to Receive Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Benefits?

Who Exactly is Eligible to Receive Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation Benefits?

If you have suffered a work-related injury or have become ill because of exposure to hazardous material on the job, you may be potentially entitled to medical and compensation benefits under the Workers’ Compensation Act. The vast…
May 31
Is A Workers Compensation Claim Considered To Be A Type Of Lawsuit In Pennsylvania?

Is A Workers Compensation Claim Considered To Be A Type Of Lawsuit In Pennsylvania?

Filing a workers’ compensation benefits claim in Pennsylvania is not equal to filing a lawsuit. Workers’ compensation provides an injured worker who suffered from a work-related injury or illness the right of collecting benefits no matter…

Rank this Week: 4861

The morning after your DUI arrest…

The morning after your DUI arrest in PA

Provides answers for people who have been arrested for DUI in Pennsylvania. By Arik Ben-Ari.

http://padui.blogspot.com/

Nov 24
Caught with drugs?

Caught with drugs?

If you have been arrested for possession of drugs or narcotics, it is critically important that you consult with a professional criminal defense attorney like the team at The Benari Law Firm (www.benarilaw.com). We practice in Pennsylvania…
Nov 24
Do I talk to the police?

Do I talk to the police?

Listen, everyone wants to feel like they're an upstanding citizen and no one wants to feel like they are standing in the way of the police doing their job. THAT BEING SAID, you have an absolute right to remain silent whenever you are stopped…
Oct 10
Why didn't the officer read me my rights?

Why didn't the officer read me my rights?

Understand, when you see people get read they're rights on TV, it doesn't mean that's how it happens in real life. As a general rule, if you haven't been read your rights, then the officers may not be able to use what you say to them to help…

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Pittsburgh Medical Malpractice…

Pittsburgh Medical Malpractice Attorney

Covers medical malpractice case law and news. By Hal Waldman and Associates.

http://www.pittsburghmedicalmalpracticeattorney.org/

Mar 18
What should I do if I believe that I am a victim of medical malpractice?

What should I do if I believe that I am a victim of medical malpractice?

If you believe that you or a loved one have been the victim of medical malpractice, your first actions may play an important role in affecting your claims against the doctor, nurse, hospital or other healthcare professionals and your…
Mar 9
Types of Medical Malpractice

Types of Medical Malpractice

When you visit a doctor, you have many expectations. You expect the doctor to properly diagnose any problems; if testing is in order, he will conduct it in accordance with standard protocols; if any medication is needed, he will…
Mar 5
How to choose a medical malpractice attorney in Pittsburgh

How to choose a medical malpractice attorney in Pittsburgh

If you believe that you or a loved one have been the victim of medical malpractice in Pittsburgh, you may find yourself wondering, “how do I know which attorney to choose?” As you do your own research to evaluate medical…

Rank this Week: 4916

Goldsmith & Ogrodowski's Rail…

Goldsmith & Ogrodowski's Rail Update Blog

E-newsletter on developments in Federal Railroad Administration regulations and state and federal court decisions, including FELA cases, of interest to rail industry workers.

http://railupdate.blogspot.com/

May 13
Welcome to the May 12, 2010, issue of Rail…

Welcome to the May 12, 2010, issue of Rail Update, the copyrighted and trademarked e-newsletter on developments in Federal Railroad Administration regulations and state and federal court decisions of interest to rail industry workers. It is…
Oct 29
Welcome to the September 29, 2009…

Welcome to the September 29, 2009 issue of Rail Update, the copyrighted and trademarked e-newsletter on developments in Federal Railroad Administration regulations and state and federal court decisions of interest to rail industry…

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Hippo Fleming & Pertile Blog

Covers estate planning in Pennsylvania.

http://www.hippofleming-ep.com/blog/

May 8
Where Do You Keep Your Estate Planning Documents?

Where Do You Keep Your Estate Planning Documents?

If you spend all of the time and money that it takes to create an estate plan you need to keep it safe. When family members cannot locate an estate plan, it can cause problems for your family that your estate plan was meant to solve. For some…
May 7
How failure to change beneficiary designations can upend your estate plan

How failure to change beneficiary designations can upend your estate plan

With the high percentage of people in this country who fail to make a will, those who do are often proud of the fact that they have set their affairs in order. But many issues are not resolved within the four corners of a will.…
May 1
Things to Know About Medicaid in 2013

Things to Know About Medicaid in 2013

There are some changes to the program dollar limits that are relevant to people who are engaged in Medicaid planning. We would like to point out three things that you should know now that we are working with the adjusted figures for 2013.…

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Pennsylvania Family Law Blog

Shares stories and information about topics relevant to Pennsylvania Family Law. By Steven R. Tabano and Associates.

http://www.tabanolaw.com/blog/

May 2
5 Tips for Keeping the Peace When Sharing Custody of the Kids After a Divorce

5 Tips for Keeping the Peace When Sharing Custody of the Kids After a Divorce

Divorce is tough on everyone, but children often pay the highest price when the fighting and anger continue even after the adults have gone their separate ways. Here are five tips for keeping the peace with your ex, for the children’s…
Apr 27
Big changes for the rights of active duty military

Big changes for the rights of active duty military

The Servicemember’s Civil Relief Act (SCRA) expanded and improved the former Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Civil Relief Act (SSCRA). The SCRA provides a wide range of protections for individuals entering, called to active duty in the…
Apr 18
Tips On How To Increase Your Odds Of Staying Married The Second Time

Tips On How To Increase Your Odds Of Staying Married The Second Time

I believe it is possible to lower the higher divorce rate for second marriages. Before entering into another relationship, you must be willing to take the time for your own personal development and learn healthy relationship skills that will…

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Personal Injury Attorney Joyce…

Personal Injury Attorney Joyce Sweinberg

Discusses Pennsylvania personal injury law.

http://www.jjsassoc.blogspot.com/

Apr 22
Pain and Your Brain

Pain and Your Brain

As a personal injury attorney, I have spent 32 years learning about pain and how to document it and help my clients to recover damages for their pain. I have read countless reports written by expert medical witnesses hired to downplay or…
Feb 13
Do you have a Personal Injury Case?

Do you have a Personal Injury Case?

Personal Injury: There are so many ways you can be seriously injured by the negligence of another party. If you feel that is the case, you should call me to see if you have an action to pursue. This includes slip and falls, dog bites,…
Jan 21
Finding the right personal injury attorney

Finding the right personal injury attorney

If your or a loved one has been injured due to the fault of another person it is important to seek out legal assistance to know your rights to be fairly compensated. A Pennsylvania personal injury attorney can help someone that has…

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Pennsylvania Estate Planning &…

Pennsylvania Estate Planning & Administration Blog

Covers estate planning and probate. By Dessen, Moses & Rossitto.

http://www.pennsylvaniaestateblog.com/

Feb 13
Disposition of Tangible Personal Property

Disposition of Tangible Personal Property

In a recent post, I discussed how to dispose of special items of personal property by giving them to a particular named person - these are called "specific bequests." The specific bequests are usually the items that are most important or…
Feb 7
Minority and Disability Trust

Minority and Disability Trust

Minority and/or Disability Trusts are often added as a standard clause in a Will, providing that if any assets are left to a young or incapacitated person who is not receiving Supplemental Security Income (a Special Needs Trust is required if…
Feb 1
Organize Your Assets to Benefit Your Heir

Organize Your Assets to Benefit Your Heir

Consolidate your bank accounts I like many people, open bank accounts for the sole purpose of saving for something special. It might be a special vacation, a birthday party, a new car, or whatever. Then after the occasion has passed, I…

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Main Line Pennsylvania Family Law…

Main Line Pennsylvania Family Law Blog

By Bookspan Family Law Associates, LLC.

http://www.mainlinepafamilylawblog.com/

Apr 6
Pre Nuptial Agreements - May Not Be Romantic, But Surely Wise

Pre Nuptial Agreements - May Not Be Romantic, But Surely Wise

One of the wisest things a couple can do prior to marriage is draft a pre-nuptial agreement. A pre-nuptial agreement (pre-nup) is a legally binding contract that sets out how the couple will handle their affairs should the marriage not…
Jan 21
What is Marital Property?

What is Marital Property?

Marital property or the marital estate includes all property acquired by either party during the marriage until time of separation. increases in value of certain non-marital property also may be part of the marital estate, but the rules…
Oct 13
Substance Abuse and Family Dynamic

Substance Abuse and Family Dynamic

Alcohol and/or other substance abuse is a known factor in many domestic relations cases. If one party drinks to excess, or uses drugs it can have an significant impact on the marital relationship and on the children. Tensions build, it…

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Philadelphia Injury Lawyers Blog

Covers motor vehicle accidents and insurance issues. By Adams Renzi Law.

http://www.philadelphiainjurylawyers-blog.com/

Sep 28
Permissive Drivers: Whose Insurance Applies?

Permissive Drivers: Whose Insurance Applies?

At some point in time, almost everyone has allowed a friend to borrow their car. A question that many people do not know the answer to is what happens if the person borrowing your car gets in an accident and it is their fault? Who is…
Apr 9
PENNSYLVANIA UNINSURED AND UNDERINSURED MOTORIST INSURANCE: MAKING SURE YOU ARE COVERED WHEN THE OTHER DRIVER IS NOT.

PENNSYLVANIA UNINSURED AND UNDERINSURED MOTORIST INSURANCE: MAKING SURE YOU ARE COVERED WHEN THE OTHER DRIVER IS NOT.

You are in your car, stopped at a red-light, when suddenly you are hit from behind by another driver that was not paying attention to the road. You suffer extensive injuries that will require thousands of dollars in losses, only to find out…
Aug 19
Motorcycle Accident

Motorcycle Accident

If you have been the unfortunate victim of a motorcycle accident, you may have suffered from serious pain and injuries, including spinal cord injuries, traumatic brain injuries, broken bones, scarring, and not to mention damage to your…

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Towboatlaw

Covers admiralty & maritime law on the rivers and inland waterways of the United States. y Fred Goldsmith.

http://towboatlaw.wordpress.com

May 10
Seaman’s Employer Which Willfully Denied Maintenance & Cure Ordered to Pay Attorney’s Fees at $400/hour, $150/hour for Paralegal Work

Seaman’s Employer Which Willfully Denied Maintenance & Cure Ordered to Pay Attorney’s Fees at $400/hour, $150/hour for Paralegal Work

A seaman is entitled to maintenance and cure for any injury or illness that occurs, manifests, or becomes aggravated while he or she is in service of his or her ship. “Maintenance” refers to reasonable and necessary food and…
Apr 16
California Federal Court Finds “Primary Duty Rule” Does Not Bar Third Mate’s Personal Injury Claim

California Federal Court Finds “Primary Duty Rule” Does Not Bar Third Mate’s Personal Injury Claim

Employers of Jones Act seamen sometimes try to defeat the seaman’s personal injury or death case by invoking the “Primary Duty Rule,” sometimes also known as the Walker-Reinhart Doctrine, after the two cases which first…
Mar 29
Employer Not Automatically Entitled to Restitution for Maintenance and Cure Paid to Seaman Who Intentionally Misrepresents or Conceals Pre-existing Medical Condition

Employer Not Automatically Entitled to Restitution for Maintenance and Cure Paid to Seaman Who Intentionally Misrepresents or Conceals Pre-existing Medical Condition

In Boudreaux v. Transocean Deepwater, Inc., 2013 U.S. App. LEXIS 5288 (5th Cir. Mar. 14, 2013), the U.S. Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals, perhaps the country’s most experienced and prolific appellate court in admiralty and maritime…

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Renaissance Politics

Covers the political issues of the day. By Jeff First.

http://renaissancepolitics.com

May 22
Apple and other large corporations: Taxes, Taxes Taxe

Apple and other large corporations: Taxes, Taxes Taxe

So taxes etc. are a popular topic these days. Not only do we have the IRS scandal, but yesterday Apple's CEO was called to testify before a Senate committee and that committee released a report blistering Apple for its tax avoidance…
May 19
Running Roughshod over the First Amendment

Running Roughshod over the First Amendment

This is going to be a very short post. I am posting more these days given the recent events coming out of Washington DC. When I first started this blog nine months ago, I was posting three times a week. The press (no pun intended) of my legal…
May 19
What the IRS scandal says about Obama and management

What the IRS scandal says about Obama and management

As I have said on this blog before, I like Obama and voted for him twice. But there are now things gnawing at me about him that I must get off my chest.First, I want to give credit where credit is due and not offer a thought that is not…

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