BUSINESS LAW


Judge to Steelers: Prove that new Heinz Field seats meet capital-improvement standard in lease

Judge to Steelers: Prove that new Heinz Field seats meet capital-improvement standard in lease

2013-06-19 16:38:30

The Steelers want the Pittsburgh-Allegheny County Sports & Exhibition Authority to pay the bulk of the cost to install 3,000 more seats.


Commonwealth Court panel hears arguments on NCAA's $60 million Penn State fine

2013-06-19 15:59:16

Attorneys for the NCAA, state Sen. Jake Corman and Pennsylvania Treasurer Rob McCord appeared before the panel today.


Pennsylvania Army National Guard member sues Target Corp. over firing while on reserve duty

Pennsylvania Army National Guard member sues Target Corp. over firing while on reserve duty

2013-06-19 15:48:51

Andrew Lanier, 21, of Toronto, Ohio, worked at the Target store in North Fayette in 2011, according to the complaint filed today.


Judge to consider making public confidential document from 2011 Marcellus drilling settlement

2013-06-19 15:25:21

The original case pitted the Hallowich family against Range Resources, MarkWest Energy Partners and Williams Gas/Laurel Mountain Midstream.


3 ex-Carlow University employees sue claiming age discrimination

2013-06-19 10:36:05

In September, they were among six women over age 60 whose positions were eliminated, according to the complaint. Average age of the six: 53.


Obituary: Carl A. Eck / Trial attorney admired by his colleagues

Obituary: Carl A. Eck / Trial attorney admired by his colleagues

2013-06-18 00:09:30

Carl A. Eck, founder and senior partner of Meyer, Darragh, Buckler, Bebenek & Eck law firm, died Saturday at the age of 81.


Obituary: Thomas Penfield Jackson / Judge split Microsoft in 2000 antitrust case

Obituary: Thomas Penfield Jackson / Judge split Microsoft in 2000 antitrust case

2013-06-18 00:06:18

The federal judge served in the District of Columbia and was involved in a number of notable cases.


Peduto eyes lawyer with deep ties to Pittsburgh for his staff

Peduto eyes lawyer with deep ties to Pittsburgh for his staff

2013-06-18 00:04:50

Lawyer Kevin Acklin joined Bill Peduto, the Democratic nominee for mayor, last week in an introductory session in Harrisburg.


Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice O'Connor suggests end to judicial elections in Pa.

Former U.S. Supreme Court Justice O'Connor suggests end to judicial elections in Pa.

2013-06-17 00:18:00

The former justice suggested contributions to those campaigns lead the public to perceive judges as influenced by donors.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 6/17/13

2013-06-17 00:16:49

Hirings, promotions, awards and board appointments within Pittsburgh legal community.


Business Workshop: How to cover weight loss plans

2013-06-17 00:15:06

Overweight adults believe weight-loss benefits offered by health plans could help them lose weight.


Porn producer's case sets precedent

2013-06-17 00:13:34

Federal judge in Philadelphia awards damages in copyright infringement case.


The Color of Money / Can you chart a dad's value?

2013-06-17 00:11:23

When it comes to our parents, we tend to assign value by how much we spend -- and we spend more on our moms.


N.Y. judge rules in favor of unpaid Fox interns

2013-06-17 00:09:53

The days of working for free could be numbered after a federal judge ruled that Fox violated minimum wage and overtime laws.


Truth in advertising under microscope

Truth in advertising under microscope

2013-06-17 00:05:58

Kellogg Co. has agreed to a $4 million truth-in-advertising settlement, casting a light on advertisers' claims.


Judge strikes sealed motions from UPMC, Highmark cases after Post-Gazette intervenes

2013-06-13 16:12:48

Judge Conti acknowledged that there is a presumption that court documents are public and a First Amendment right exists to gather news.


Penn State asks parties to settle dispute

2013-06-12 23:28:34

PSU says it is caught in middle of dispute between NCAA and state officials who want the money to remain in Pennsylvania.


DA rebuts Orie appeal

2013-06-12 11:22:58

The defense claims the former Pennsylvania senator suffered a variety of errors during her 2012 trial.


Guantanamo Bay legal issues stubbornly persist

Guantanamo Bay legal issues stubbornly persist

2013-06-10 00:12:17

Will the prison at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, close on President Barack Obama's watch? Two law experts from Pitt discuss the issue.


The Color of Money / Way to celebrate savings

2013-06-10 00:06:11

Despite the concern about a looming student-loan crisis, less than one-third of Americans say they know what 529 plans are.


Genetically modified wheat found in Oregon

2013-06-10 00:04:15

Field workers at an Oregon wheat farm were clearing acres for the bare offseason when they came across a patch of wheat that didn't belong.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 6/10/13

2013-06-10 00:01:35

Meyer, Unkovic & Scott announced that two of its attorneys have been elected to leadership positions at the Allegheny County Bar Association


In scathing language, UPMC amends counter-lawsuit against city of Pittsburgh, Mayor Ravenstahl

2013-06-06 23:20:45

UPMC claims the mayor filed suit to divert attention from a federal investigation and to soften his landing as a "disgraced politician."


Federal judge tosses Corbett's lawsuit seeking to overturn NCAA's Penn State penalties

Federal judge tosses Corbett's lawsuit seeking to overturn NCAA's Penn State penalties

2013-06-06 23:16:38

U.S. Middle District Judge Yvette Kane called Gov. Tom Corbett's argument "a Hail Mary pass." Mr. Corbett said he was "disappointed."


Ex-bodyguard for Pittsburgh Mayor Ravenstahl to meet with FBI

2013-06-06 15:22:07

Attorney Robert Stewart said former Pittsburgh police detective Fred Crawford Jr. to discuss his time close to Mayor Luke Ravenstahl.


Group sues State System of Higher Education claiming sex discrimination in health policies

2013-06-05 01:20:26

The National Women's Law Center sued Pennsylvania's State System saying it excludes pregnancy coverage from employees' dependent children.


Mount Washington couple plead guilty in Downtown Pittsburgh law firm hack

2013-06-05 01:06:18

Alyson Cunningham was fired from the Downtown Pittsburgh law firm Voekler & Gricks. Jonathan A. Cunningham said he helped her hack in.


Bethel Park man linked to former Steelers team doctor pleads guilty to drug, fraud charges

2013-06-04 15:58:08

William Zipf was a self-employed jeweler who, beginning in 2007, got prescriptions written at Richard A. Rydze's Downtown Pittsburgh clinic.


Supreme Court OKs police collection of DNA

2013-06-04 00:06:12

The decision narrowly upholds a Maryland law and opens the door to more widespread law enforcement collection of DNA.


Pittsburgh to pay firms $9,500 settlement in case of wrongly demolished house

2013-06-03 14:45:11

The city agreed to pay to settle the damages claims of two Richland-based companies owned by John R. Deller.


20th-century privacy laws lag behind 21st-century technology

2013-06-03 00:14:28

Law enforcement can potentially spy on the American people without their knowledge or an oversight from a judge, thanks to antiquated laws.


Pittsburgh Corning's asbestos legal woes grinding on

Pittsburgh Corning's asbestos legal woes grinding on

2013-06-03 00:13:08

Like most bankruptcies that involve asbestos lawsuits, Pittsburgh Corning has had a long stay in Chapter 11.


Pennsylvania attorney general opposes master in judicial retirement age case

2013-06-03 00:11:21

The AG's office said the questions in the case involve purely legal issues on the proper interpretation of the Pennsylvania Constitution.


Pittsburgh casino faces another employee lawsuit

2013-06-03 00:10:41

A woman says in her filing, the eighth complaint against the casino in four years, that male co-workers threatened to kill her.


Business Workshop: The value of getting involved

2013-06-03 00:10:28

Corporate programs to encourage employee volunteerism also yield benefits to the corporation.


The Color of Money / Wealth and family values

2013-06-03 00:08:55

With so many families still trying to recover from the Great Recession, the wealthy aren't feeling much love from the American public.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 6/3/13

2013-06-03 00:07:02

Spilman Thomas & Battle, PLLC said Kevin M. Eddy, associate, was named to the 2013 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers Rising Stars list.


Western Psych mass shooting settlement unraveled

2013-05-31 19:03:03

A $1.5 million agreement with top UPMC officials and victim Michael Schaab's parents and fiancee was never carried out.


Ex-security manager sues Rivers Casino

2013-05-31 09:44:18

Sharon Baughman, of Uniontown, claimed threatening behavior from male subordinates and unrealistic demands from supervisors in her lawsuit.


Medical pot lighting up debate in Michigan and Ohio

Medical pot lighting up debate in Michigan and Ohio

2013-05-28 06:05:59

Access to cannabis remains a lightning rod of legal, legislative and social debate.


Federal law could send Jim Thorpe's body home

Federal law could send Jim Thorpe's body home

2013-05-28 00:01:33

Legal observers say the case could have an affect on other cases involving burials of Native Americans across the country.


Longtime prosecutor leaves Allegheny County DA's office

Longtime prosecutor leaves Allegheny County DA's office

2013-05-27 00:15:47

Laura Ditka, 50, touted as a strong collaborator and protective advocate, is now senior deputy attorney general in Western Pennsylvania.


The Color of Money: Don't panic into stocks

2013-05-27 00:14:47

A new analysis of the Census Bureau's poverty estimates for seniors is frightening -- 9 percent of people 65 and older live in poverty.


Court rules against Citgo in oil spill case

2013-05-27 00:13:43

A multimillion-dollar case stemming from the 2004 oil spill in the Delaware River is being sent back to the district court.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 5/27/13

2013-05-27 00:11:41

Leech Tishman said Chad M. Cowan has joined its Pittsburgh office as an associate in its corporate practice group.


Is natural gas industry in Pa. creating new jobs -- or just more legal work?

2013-05-27 00:09:22

Despite the price rut, there is plenty of legal work flowing from the drilling industry and a steady demand for oil and gas lawyers.


Few convictions for Mexico's special prosecutor for crimes against journalists

Few convictions for Mexico's special prosecutor for crimes against journalists

2013-05-27 00:06:52

Free-press advocates are fed up with the Attorney General's Office in Mexico, responsible for prosecuting the murders of journalists.


Business Workshop: Guanxi is not everything

2013-05-27 00:03:46

Doing business in China? Guanxi is no longer the law of the land.


Parents sue Pittsburgh Zoo in dog mauling death of boy, 2

Parents sue Pittsburgh Zoo in dog mauling death of boy, 2

2013-05-23 23:54:04

A suit filed by the parents of Maddox Derkosh, who fell into an African dogs exhibit, says other zoos have better safeguards in place.


New trial date set in Jordan Miles case against Pittsburgh police

2013-05-23 12:54:34

Trial on the Homewood man's allegations had been slated for July 8, about one year after the start of the first trial.


Trial setup was flawed, DeWeese attorney argues

Trial setup was flawed, DeWeese attorney argues

2013-05-22 16:16:29

Attorney William Costopoulos argued that the convictions should be thrown out.


Highmark, others face suit over claims of antitrust violations

2013-05-22 14:16:47

Five sue Highmark and other Blues, alleging antitrust violations and seeking class action status.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 5/20/13

2013-05-20 00:12:51

Mercy Health System announced the three-year appointment of Frank J. Pistella to its board of directors.


The Color of Money: The true cost of a traffic ticket

2013-05-20 00:10:45

For many drivers, the fear of rising auto insurance rates keeps them from driving too fast or leaving their license at home.


Wal-Mart attacks $187.6 million class action in high-court argument

2013-05-20 00:10:32

The retail giant fights a lawsuit by employees claiming they were not compensated for off-the-clock work.


Government phone numbers, email addresses not public

2013-05-20 00:08:26

In two separate cases, the Commonwealth Court ruled government-issued cellphone numbers and email addresses are not public record.


Immigration overhaul raises job market issues

2013-05-20 00:08:13

America's tech sector debates the pros and cons of the proposed immigration overhaul, and how it would affect American tech workers.


Business Workshop: Understanding the HUP test: Reviewing the status of all tax-exempt properties

2013-05-20 00:07:01

Allegheny County recently began a parcel by parcel review of all tax-exempt properties in the county -- how might that affect your 501(c)3?


Threats made against Bush, Obama and Secret Service agents outlined in McKees Rocks case

2013-05-17 12:00:58

Jesse Almendarez faces charges of threatening a federal officer and making an interstate threat.


Ravenstahl attorney: Contractor documents for home renovation given to federal prosecutors

Ravenstahl attorney: Contractor documents for home renovation given to federal prosecutors

2013-05-14 23:16:37

Charles Porter Jr. was responding to a story the P-G reported Friday about work done by Allstate Development on the mayor's Fineview home.


Appeals court reviews Titusville child porn case

2013-05-14 11:23:03

Craig Alan Finley of Titusville, was convicted in U.S. District Court in Erie and sentenced just more than a year ago to 50 years in prison.


Retrial in 1997 Pittsburgh killing moved to July

2013-05-13 14:47:55

Taibu Grant won a new trial earlier this year after the 3rd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals said his lawyer, Sumner Parker, made mistakes.


'Digital assets': the new frontier for estate planning

'Digital assets': the new frontier for estate planning

2013-05-13 05:31:52

Make a plan for work or possessions stored on a computer and the Internet, which can be "a significant part of the financial footprint."


Orie Melvin replacement may not emerge quickly

2013-05-13 00:16:29

Gov. Tom Corbett appears to be in no rush to fill the state Supreme Court vacancy.


Business Workshop: IRS expands payroll tax amnesty program

2013-05-13 00:14:03

The Internal Revenue Service has expanded a program allowing employers to pay back past payroll tax payments they have missed.


Dateline Pittsburgh: 05/12/13

2013-05-13 00:06:43

People on the move...


Lawyer says firm let her go after she took family leave

2013-05-13 00:05:36

A former attorney with Cohen Seglias Pallas Greenhall & Furman has sued the firm after she was let go, allegedly for taking FMLA time off.


The Color of Money: Why moms are worth it

2013-05-13 00:01:37

Here's a no-brainer: Mothers and fathers have different styles of communication when it comes to talking about money.


Judge sets resentencing hearing for Joan Orie Melvin

2013-05-10 13:22:58

Judge Lester Nauhaus sentenced the former Supreme Court justice to house arrest and ordered her to apologize to 500 Pennsylvania judges.


Federal investigation of Pittsburgh police reaches Ravenstahl's office

Federal investigation of Pittsburgh police reaches Ravenstahl's office

2013-05-09 08:31:44

Sgt. Matthew Gauntner and Sgt. Dominick Sciulli as well as the Mayor Ravenstahl's personal secretary testified before the grand jury.


Owners of South Side's Hofbrauhaus settle in girl's death for $15.6 million

2013-05-07 14:47:54

The Hofbrauhaus restaurant also agreed to protocol changes to try to stop customers from getting too intoxicated.


At least one subpoena served on Pittsburgh in recent weeks sought parking variance documents

2013-05-07 13:17:50

Acting police Chief Regina McDonald said one sought "all variances as issued to public or private entities (vendors)" for parking spots.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 5/6/13

2013-05-06 00:11:37

Houston Harbaugh said Anna Marks joined as director of marketing and communications.


The Color of Money: Prom season a good time for lessons in saving and spending

The Color of Money: Prom season a good time for lessons in saving and spending

2013-05-06 00:11:02

Proms are expensive enough as it is, so avoid the temptation to go overboard.


Locking the genome: U.S. Supreme Court weighs whether a private company can patent human DNA material

Locking the genome: U.S. Supreme Court weighs whether a private company can patent human DNA material

2013-05-06 00:07:04

Who owns the patent rights to certain genes and DNA fragments, strands of natural genetic code that are useful in medical research?


Business Workshop: Employers must use new I-9 form

2013-05-06 00:05:56

All employers have an obligation to complete form I-9 form, which verifies the identity and work eligibility of all newly hired employees.


Sticking points of judicial retirement at 70 argued

2013-05-06 00:05:02

Pennsylvania voters should revisit whether judges must retire in the year they turn 70, because the courts may not be able to fix the issue.


Client identities, legal bills can be disclosed, high court says

2013-05-06 00:00:57

Client identities do not enjoy blanket attorney-client privilege protection under Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law.


Supreme Court says states may bar information requests from nonresidents

2013-04-30 00:14:00

Virginia's law "provides a service that is related to state citizenship," Justice Samuel Alito wrote for a unanimous court.


Top court says individuals can resell their textbooks for profit without copyright infringement

Top court says individuals can resell their textbooks for profit without copyright infringement

2013-04-29 00:17:18

When Supap Kirtsaeng moved to the U.S. to study math at Cornell University, he soon realized that he could get textbooks cheaper back home.


The color of money: Pros who are cons can get you

2013-04-29 00:15:05

Who falls for email scams and online fraud? Well, lots of people -- millions in fact.


Delaware officials unveil gun bill

2013-04-29 00:11:55

Delaware officials are pulling the trigger on a new law that could punish those who don't report a stolen and missing gun.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 4/29/13

2013-04-29 00:10:15

David B. White, founding member of Burns White LLC, was one of two people named as this year's Distinguished Alumni by Duquesne Law School.


Pa. justices: Shale, natural gas not minerals

2013-04-29 00:02:25

Is natural gas a mineral? Not in the eyes of the Pennsylvania Supreme Court.


Pa. open records advocates getting mixed results

2013-04-26 00:07:13

State officials sided with the Post-Gazette, which requested a statewide roster of certified police officers in February.


Pittsburgh firefighters sue over siren hearing loss

2013-04-23 00:15:33

Four Pittsburgh firefighters filed have sued several manufacturers alleging loud sirens on the firetrucks have caused hearing loss.


Post-Gazette asks federal judge to make certain UPMC, Highmark, WPAHS documents public

2013-04-22 13:50:01

UPMC has withheld some documents because it viewed them as subject to attorney-client privilege.


9 fired employees sue Imani Christian Academy

2013-04-22 09:36:40

The ex-employees say they lost their jobs because of their association with the religious group Petra International Ministries.


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 4/22/13

2013-04-22 00:10:51

Schnader Harrison Segal & Lewis LLP said Robert J. Cindrich joined the firm's business services department in the Pittsburgh office.


Ipso facto ... Susan Dunhoff

Ipso facto ... Susan Dunhoff

2013-04-22 00:09:48

Susan Dunhoff, a matchmaker for the town's professional singles, matches attorney, too.


Class claim denied in Wendy's suit

2013-04-22 00:06:07

A federal judge in Pittsburgh has struck down a plaintiff's class-action hopes against Wendy's.


Supreme Court agonizes over adoption case

2013-04-22 00:01:04

Justices consider the fate of Baby Veronica, whose adoptive parents were ordered to return her to her Native American father.


UPMC sues city of Pittsburgh, claiming rights violated

2013-04-19 12:45:40

UPMC said Mayor Luke Ravenstahl's challenge to the regional healthcare giant's nonprofit status were part of a smear campaign.


BNY Mellon computer-network security vice president charged with child pornography

2013-04-18 16:56:38

Duane Amity, 45, of Monroeville, is accused of downloading thousands of images of girls between 2 and 10 years old.


Amended lawsuit claims Pittsburgh police favor whites in hiring

2013-04-16 09:38:27

Since 2001, the Pittsburgh has hired 440 officers, of which 17 -- less than 4 percent -- were African-American, according to the complaint.


Hearing set for strip club Blush's lawsuit to allow Pittsburgh police to work off-duty

2013-04-15 09:22:50

U.S. District Judge Nora Barry Fischer set April 25 as the date to hear the plea of the owners of Blush for a preliminary injunction.


Ipso Facto ... Alysia Keating

Ipso Facto ... Alysia Keating

2013-04-15 00:15:18

Alysia Keating is the first-ever director of diversity and gender equality at the Allegheny County Bar Association.


Business Workshop: Workplace wellness works

2013-04-15 00:12:35

Workplace wellness programs have the potential to reduce healthcare costs by 18 percent -- and even more for older workers.


Attorney-expert talks weighed by high court in discovery case

2013-04-15 00:10:06

Should communications between an attorney and his "expert" be open to the discovery process in Pennsylvania?


On the Docket Pittsburgh: 4/15/13

2013-04-15 00:07:22

Margaret P. Joy, a partner in family law firm McCarthy McDonald Schulberg & Joy, was named "Woman of Distinction" by the Girl Scouts.


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