The Impact of Missing Deadlines for Trial de Novo Requests
In the intricate world of law, strict adherence to deadlines can be the difference between success and failure. An example of this principle is the recent case of a lawyer miscalculating the deadline by just one day throwing former St. Louis (now Los Angeles) Rams and New York Giants cornerback, Janoris “Jackrabbit” Jenkins, into a […]
Refusal to Mask Not Protected by First Amendment
Two people who were arrested in New Jersey for failing to wear a required mask at public meetings held during the Covid-19 pandemic claimed that their arrests violated their right to free speech under the First Amendment. In a decision issued on February 5, 2024, the Third Circuit Court of Appeals in Falcone v. Dickstein […]
Employment Law & Labor Relations
THE FIRM’S EMPLOYMENT LAW & LABOR RELATIONS GROUP ADVISES AND REPRESENTS EMPLOYERS IN MATTERS INVOLVING HUMAN RESOURCES, LABOR AND EMPLOYMENT LAWS, AS WELL AS PROTECTION OF BUSINESS ASSETS.
Bankruptcy & Creditors’ Rights
FITZPATRICK LENTZ & BUBBA RECOGNIZES THE PERVASIVE IMPACT OF BANKRUPTCY LAW ON YOUR COMMERCIAL TRANSACTIONS, BUSINESS DEALINGS, LAND USE AND LITIGATION.
What is “Commercially Reasonable” in UCC Article 9 Sales?
When lenders take on debt, there is always the chance of defaulting on repayment. If the loan is secured by personal property, not including real estate, the lender can sometimes foreclose more efficiently on the collateral under Article 9 of the Uniform Commercial Code (UCC).
Free Speech Upheld in Saucon Valley School District Satan Club Case
“I disapprove of what you say, but I will defend to the death your right to say it,” is often cited to describe the principle of freedom of speech. While the concept seems simple enough, it also seems that one person’s free speech can often feel threatening or unwarranted by another.
FLB Attorneys Named to 2023 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2023 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. In addition, two attorneys were named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Stars Edition. Historically, less than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected for the coveted distinction of Pennsylvania Super Lawyers. […]
Supreme Court Interprets Bankruptcy Code: Fraudulent Debt Cannot Be Discharged
“Filing for Chapter 11” is a term many Americans know from news headlines when a business reorganizes due to bankruptcy.
FLB Attorneys Named to 2022 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. In addition, three attorneys were named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Stars Edition. Historically, less than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected for the coveted distinction of Pennsylvania Super […]
Shields & Smillie Win Another Trial for Client
After a 7-day jury trial in Federal Court in Allentown, Maraleen Shields and Doug Smillie obtained a $1.057 million verdict for their client, Arnold’s Office Furniture. The case involved claims against a former employee for breach of duty of loyalty, misappropriation of trade secrets and breach of a non-solicitation agreement. During the pandemic, Arnold’s used […]