Legal Roundup
Pennsylvania Receives $352 Million Payment from Tobacco Manufacturers for Treatment Services, Education Initiatives
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that Pennsylvania received its annual payment — totaling $352,053,249.27 — from the tobacco manufacturers who signed the 1998 Tobacco Master Settlement Agreement (MSA) with Attorneys General.
Luke Sizemore among T&W's Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyers of 2024
Luke Sizemore, a partner in Reed Smith’s global restructuring and insolvency practice, has been named an Outstanding Young Restructuring Lawyer of 2024 by Turnaround & Workouts, the firm announced.
AG Henry Announces Multi-Million Dollar Settlement to Stop Major Mobile Device Carriers from Misleading Consumers with ‘Free’ Phones, ‘Unlimited’ Data
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a $10.25 million, 50-jurisdiction settlement with several major mobile device service carriers regarding allegedly deceptive advertising practices, including claims of “unlimited” data plans and “free” phones.
How to Take Care When Selling or Buying Home Health and Home Care Agencies on May 16, 2024
This session will cover the necessary components and best practices for home care and home health agency transactions, including a discussion of.
Sarah Hyser-Staub, James T Clancy and Charles T. Jones Iii Awarded President’s and Directors’ Commendations by the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers
Member Sarah Hyser-Staub, Of Counsel James T. Clancy and Associate Charles T. Jones III were recipients of the Pennsylvania Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers’ (PACDL) 2024 President’s and Directors’ Commendations award.
Beyond Blind Justice: Understanding Bias in AI-Driven Legal Tech Solutions on May 15, 2024
Nicole Gill will present "Beyond Blind Justice: Understanding Bias in AI-Driven Legal Tech Solutions" at the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel Women’s Summit.
Attorney General Henry Announces MOU with U.S. Department of Transportation that will Promote Fair Treatment of Air Travelers
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced the reinforcement of a partnership with the U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) to review and resolve consumer complaints against airlines and ticket agents.
Jeremy Garvey Selected as the Recipient of the PVCA's Impact Award
Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that Jeremy Garvey, co-chair of the firm’s Capital Markets & Securities Group, has been selected as the 2024 recipient of the Pittsburgh Venture Capital Association’s (PVCA) Impact Award.
Employment Law Update: Marijuana and Drug Testing in the Workplace on April 25, 2024
Abigail Green, Aaron Holt, Jeffrey Klamut, and Michael Schmidt will present "Employment Law Update: Marijuana and Drug Testing in the Workplace."
Noncompete Cases and Legislative Developments on April 24, 2024
Join us for the latest session in our Labor & Employment Law Developments series as members of our labor and employment team cover updates in state and federal noncompetition and employee mobility law.
Steptoe & Johnson to Host International Legal Conference in Pittsburgh
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC, a First Law International (“FLI”) U.S.-based member-firm, has selected the city of Pittsburgh to host the FLI Annual Spring Conference in May 2024.
Matthew Weinstein Elected Fellow of American College of Real Estate Lawyers
Matthew I. Weinstein, chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Real Estate Lease Restructuring Group, has been elected a Fellow of the American College of Real Estate Lawyers (ACREL).
Professional Activity Profile: Lee S. Piatt, Member of the Title 15/Business Associations Committee of the Section on Business Law of the Pennsylvania Bar Association
Professional Activity Profile series, we recognize the service of Lee S. Piatt of our Business & Finance Department with the Title 15/Business Associations Committee of the Section on Business Law of the Pennsylvania Bar Association (Title 15 Committee).
Artificial Intelligence Issues for Central Office Professionals in the K-12 Educational Sector on April 19, 2024
Artificial Intelligence Issues for Central Office Professionals in the K-12 Educational Sector on April 19, 2024 via Webinar.
Troutman Pepper Advises Leading Global Clinical Trial Supply Company Myonex in Back-to-Back Acquisitions
Troutman Pepper recently advised Myonex in two acquisitions that strengthen the company’s position as a market leader in clinical trial supplies emphasizing flexibility and reliability for clients.
Navigating AI Policy in the US: Insights on the OMB Announcement on April 18, 2024
On March 28, 2024, the White House announced that the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) had published a Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies (the Memorandum) on mitigating the risks of artificial intelligence (AI).
Attorney Zach Watkins Volunteered as a Juror in the Pennsylvania High School Mock Trial State Tournament
Attorney Zach Watkins of our Litigation Department volunteered as a juror in the Pennsylvania High School Mock Trial State Tournament on March 22-23 at the Dauphin County Courthouse in Harrisburg.
Steptoe & Johnson Serves as Presenting Sponsor for Spring Appalachian Renewable Natural Gas Conference
Steptoe & Johnson is proud to serve as the presenting sponsor of the Spring 2024 Appalachian Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) III Conference to be held in Southpointe business park located south of Pittsburgh on Thursday, April 18.
USC Gould recognizes clerkship class at Turrentine Reception
USC Gould School of Law recently honored second- and third-year law students and alumni who have received judicial clerkships at the Honorable Howard B. Turrentine Fund Judicial Clerkship Reception.
Buchanan Ranked in Top Largest Healthcare Law Firms by Modern Healthcare
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney has been ranked as one of the largest healthcare law firms in the country in Modern Healthcare’s 2024 Largest Healthcare Law Firm list.