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Employee or Independent Contractor?

February 5, 2024

In a pivotal move, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced a final rule on January 9, 2024, set to take effect on March 11, 2024. This rule fundamentally revises the guidelines for classifying workers as employees or independent contractors … →

Posted in Labor and Employment, Regulatory

The 10 Benefits of Mediation

January 30, 2024

In today’s fast-paced legal environment, Alternative Dispute Resolution methods like mediation are becoming increasingly popular. Mediation offers a variety of benefits over traditional litigation, particularly in terms of cost, time, and emotional well-being. Here are ten reasons you may be … →

Posted in Alternative Dispute Resolution

To Prenup or Not to Prenup

January 23, 2024

There are two common reasons clients cite as to why they don’t need a Prenuptial Agreement: “I don’t have a lot of money or assets; I don’t need to plan for divorce.” “I don’t want to plan for failure or … →

Posted in Family Law

The New Corporate Transparency Act

January 16, 2024

The landscape of corporate legislation and governance is always evolving, and this year is no different. On January 1, 2024, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) went into effect, which will impact the regulation of small businesses in Butler County and … →

Posted in Announcements, Corporate, Regulatory

Navigating the New USPTO Trademark Search System

January 15, 2024

On November 30, 2023, the US Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) made a significant transition away from its legacy system, the Trademark Electronic Search System (TESS). After two decades, the Bibliographic Retrieval System underpinning TESS was deemed obsolete. The announcement, … →

Posted in Intellectual Property, Regulatory

Addressing the Importance of Mental Health in the Legal Profession

December 5, 2023

The well-being of our team has always been a cornerstone of The Lynch Law Group’s practice philosophy. Our conviction that a healthy team is crucial to our Firm’s success has been validated through our recognition as one of Pittsburgh Business … →

Posted in Announcements, LLG News

Partner Charles Hadad will present a CLE on Wills and Trusts

November 30, 2023

Partner and Chair of the Estates & Trusts Practice Group at The Lynch Law Group, Charles Hadad will present a national CLE through the National Business Institute. This live presentation will detail all things Wills and Trusts including but not … →

Posted in Announcements, Corporate, Regulatory

The Court Time Foundation Hosts the Healthy Living & Giving Senior Outreach Day

October 12, 2023

Partner Charles Hadad Joins The Court Time Foundation for the 2023 Healthy Living & Giving Senior Outreach Day Charles “Chuck” Hadad, Partner and Chair of the Estates & Trusts Practice Group at The Lynch Law Group was invited to speak … →

Posted in Announcements, Estates and Trusts, LLG News

New Pittsburgh Residential Rental Ordinance

October 5, 2023

Attorney Krista Kochosky Shares Details About a New Pittsburgh Residential Rental Ordinance What Landlords Need to Know Pittsburgh’s City Council recently made waves in the rental community by unanimously passing a new ordinance affecting all residential rentals within the city, … →

Posted in Legal Watch, Real Estate, Regulatory

Navigating the Law for Pennsylvania Drone Users

October 4, 2023

A Guide to Navigating the Law for Pennsylvania Drone Users In an era dominated by technological advancements, drones have soared in popularity among corporations and hobbyists alike. Yet, as with most emerging technology, there exists a gray area in the … →

Posted in Legal Watch, Litigation, Regulatory