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Emotional Support Animals – The Second Class Citizens of Animal Helpers

“My little dog—a heartbeat at my feet.”      –  Writer Edith Wharton By: Lisanne L. Mikula, Esquire [email protected] For decades, the right to bring service animals into areas of public accommodation has been established under anti-discrimination laws.   A service animal—which is defined as a dog, regardless of breed or type, that is individually trained to do […]

Veterans Day 2021 – A few ways to thank our Veterans for their invaluable service

By: Laurie A. McCarthy, Esquire [email protected] Show Up – Attend a Veterans Day event in your area – not just a barbeque with friends – but a parade or service for our Veterans. Cheer for our heroes and thank them for their service. Donate – Write a check to one of the many amazing organizations […]

What’s In a Meme? A Possible Lawsuit

By: Matthew H. Fry, Esquire [email protected] Memes are everywhere on social media.  Sometimes funny, sometimes mean, but almost always using a picture with a title or statement taken out of context.  So, while most memes are harmless, lawsuits have arisen over certain memes involving taking either a person’s image or likeness and either putting them […]

CONSERVATORSHIP: The Brittany Spears Saga

By: Robert B. George, Esquire [email protected] The notoriety of Britney Spears, and the accompanying coverage throughout the United States via various news and social media outlets, has brought the issue of conservatorship, more commonly known as guardianship in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to the forefront in the minds of many individuals who may not have […]

School Boards 101: Educating Your School Community

By: Laurie A. McCarthy, Esquire [email protected] Date: August 23, 2021 Since March of 2020, school boards have been in the public eye far more than ever before. Virtual meetings have increased public attendance, and school boards have had to address many challenging and heated topics surrounding the COVID-19 pandemic and education. With summer winding down […]

CONSERVATORSHIP AND BRITTANY SPEARS

By: Robert B. George, Esquire [email protected] The notoriety of Britney Spears, and the accompanying coverage throughout the United States via various news and social media outlets, has brought the issue of conservatorship, more commonly known as guardianship in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, to the forefront in the minds of many individuals who may not have […]

COVID-19: ACT 66 Gives All Pennsylvania Students the Option to Repeat their 2020-2021 Grade Level – but You Have to Act Fast!

By: Laurie A. McCarthy, Esquire [email protected] Act 66 was signed into law by Governor Tom Wolf on June 30, 2021. This Act allows all parents/guardians and students over age 18 to decide for themselves if they want to repeat the 2020-2021 school year, but the form must be submitted by July 15, 2021. The form […]

Happy Pride Month — And Remembering Stonewall

By: Lisanne L. Mikula, Esquire [email protected] The Stonewall Uprising began in the early hours of June 28, 1969 when New York City police raided the Stonewall Inn, a gay club located in Greenwich Village in New York City. Police roughly hauled employees and patrons out of the bar, leading to six days of protests and […]

The True Meaning of Memorial Day

By: Robert B. George, Esquire [email protected] In honor of all the men and women who have given the ultimate sacrifice to protect our freedoms, the Law Firm of DiOrio & Sereni, LLP gives pause to remember all of our fallen soldiers. During this holiday weekend, many Americans will host or attend barbecues with family and […]

COVID-19: Increased Monthly Child Tax Credit Payments Will Start In Mid-July, 2021

By: Laurie A. McCarthy, Esquire [email protected] The American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) was passed in March, 2021 to provide relief for Americans amid the coronavirus pandemic. ARPA expands the Child Tax Credit (“CTC”) for tax year 2021 only. The expanded credit means: The credit amounts will increase for many taxpayers. The credit for qualifying children […]

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