On January 9, 2024, the U.S. Department of Labor (“DOL”) released the final details of their independent contractor status test. The final rule goes into effect on March 11, 2024, and revises the DOL’s guidance on how to analyze employee/independent contractor status under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). This test, detailing when companies can […]
What is the Freelance Isn’t Free Act? The Freelance Isn’t Free Act was signed into law by Governor Hochul and will take effect May 20, 2024. The state Act will apply to contracts entered into on and after May 20, 2024. The state Act builds off of, and is substantially similar to, the existing New
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After several years of working to implement a rental registration program, last month, Pittsburgh City Council unanimously approved a new rental registration ordinance with several rules for landlords and property owners, including routine property inspections and a requirement that landlords share contact information with the city in case of problems. Though many attorneys and businesses
NCAA Student Athlete Compensation As of July 1, 2021, the National Collegiate Athletic Association (“NCAA”) altered its long-standing rules against student athlete compensation for name, image, and likeness (“NIL”). While there is currently no federal law governing NIL in student athletics, the NCAA opened the door to states and universities to enact policies of their
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Derek Markle wrote for Developing Pittsburgh magazine, examining how property owners and builders should be planning for the increase of electric vehicles and the future of American transportation. The trends present challenges for public and private leaders alike, as they seek solutions to prepare infrastructure for a changing world. From new zoning policies to construction considerations
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What is the current AI landscape? Across every industry, people are learning about evolving applications of artificial intelligence (AI) for enhancing workplace efficiency and communications, educating companies and their clients, and producing new assets and ideas. Generative AI is a form of AI that relies on natural language processing, massive training datasets, and technologies like
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David Oberdick and Maxwell Briskman Stanfield were recent guests on the “Smell Ya Later” podcast, discussing how to trademark a scent and how intellectual property intersects with the fragrance industry. Listen to the podcast at this link or through the player below:
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When planning for how your estate will be distributed upon death or management of your assets while disabled, have you considered what happens to your pets? People often neglect to plan for the care of their pets when they are no longer able to. They often assume that someone will love and care for them
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Today, more than ever, owners need to begin to plan for their business succession well in advance of their ultimate retirement. More often than not, owners also need to ensure that they are providing competitive salary and benefit packages in an effort to retain key employees that may be critical to the future success of
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Dennis Unkovic joined Tyler Matheson and Contessa Brewer on Power Lunch, along with Michael O’Hanlon from Brookings Institution earlier this week to discuss the impact of Taiwan’s President Tsai Ing-wen visiting the United States and how it will impact domestic businesses’ economic forecasts, especially around chip production. Watch the interview by clicking here or via
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Dennis Unkovic was recently interviewed by Casting Source Magazine for the article, “No Going Back … The New Global Supply Chain.” Over the course of the discussion, they discuss the current state of the global supply chain and how it has changed by recent technological and political changes, what risk mitigation steps businesses need to
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Dennis Unkovic was on CNBC’s “Power Lunch” yesterday discussing the strength of China’s and President Xi’s global influence and their affect on U.S. businesses. Watch the clip here, or via the player below:
Jason Yarbrough wrote an article in the most recent Allegheny County Bar Association’s Lawyers Journal discussing the rapidly-approaching March 31 deadline for Allegheny County property tax assessment appeal filings. Click here to read the article (page 4) on the ACBA’s website. Additional Information on Allegheny County’s Tax assessment changes can be found at muslaw.com/assessment/
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Jason Yarbrough was interviewed as part of WESA’s story, “Tables turn on Allegheny County assessments, as new math favors owners over tax collectors, schools.” A significantly lower common level ratio (CLR) went into effect in Allegheny County as of January 1, 2023, bringing the potential for major tax savings to property owners — and a
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Check out the latest Developing Leaders Podcast from NAIOP Pittsburgh to learn more about Allegheny County’s new CLR and how it is changing tax assessments for property owners. Jason Yarbrough and Amanda Daquelente discussed the change on the podcast and are available to help property owners determine if they should appeal their assessment. Additional Information
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