2026 Employment Law & HR Compliance: What HR Leaders Need to Know Now
As organizations navigate 2026, HR leaders are facing a rapidly evolving employment law landscape marked by shifting judicial interpretations, changing enforcement priorities, and increased state-level activity. The result? Greater uncertainty and greater responsibility for HR professionals to stay proactive, informed, and strategic. Check out these HR tips for staying compliant in 2026. A More Unpredictable […]
FLB Attorneys Named to 2026 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
This year, eight FLB attorneys have been named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list, including three attorneys earning recognition as Rising Stars—an honor reserved for top up-and-coming attorneys in the state 40 or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. Congrats to Joe Fitzpatrick, Kate Durso, Jake Sitman, Doug Smillie, Lauren Sorrentino, Gretchen Geisser Petersen, Sonny Beltrami and Ben Storms.
Mark Stanziola Elected Judge For Lehigh County Court of Common Pleas
We congratulate Attorney Mark Stanziola on being elected Lehigh County Judge for Court of Common Pleas. He will transition into his new role in January 2026.
YMI Podcast “Serving Up Food & Beverage Success” Features FLB Attorneys
On Wednesday, September 17, 2025 Food & Beverage Attorneys Ken Charette and Tom Schlegel joined Lehigh Valley catering legend Diana Hall-Yurasits of Diana’s Catering and Gourmet Market and YMI Insurance President Jimi Honochick for the third of four quarterly Executive Edge events. Entitled “Serving Up Food & Beverage Success,” this panel discussion was recorded and reshared as part of YMI’s podcast “YMI Talking” to help Lehigh Valley food & beverage industry professionals.
Jacob M. Sitman Named to Lehigh Valley Business’ 2025 Power List for Lawyers and Lobbyists
Jacob M. Sitman, Shareholder and Chair of the firm’s Employment Law & Labor Relations Group, was included in the 2025 Power List for Lawyers and Lobbyists by Lehigh Valley Business.
FLB Attorneys Named to 2025 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that five attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2025 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. In addition, two attorneys were named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Stars Edition.
YMI Podcast “Reducing HR Risks” Features FLB Attorneys
On Tuesday, January 21, 2025 Employment Law & Labor Relations Attorneys Jake Sitman and Dave Steckel joined HR Consultant Jackie Plunkett from iSolved and YMI Insurance President Jimi Honochick for the first of four quarterly Executive Edge events, entitled “Reducing HR Risks.” Their panel discussion was recorded and reshared as part of YMI’s podcast “YMI Talking.”
Federal Court Rules 2024 DOL Overtime Rule is Unlawful
On Friday, November 15, 2024, a federal judge in Texas struck down the 2024 U.S. Department of Labor Rule that substantially increased the minimum salary thresholds for employees to qualify as exempt from overtime pay under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”).
Federal Appeals Court Ruling on “Disability” to Impact PA Employers
Recently, a federal appeals court determined that temporary pain may be a “disability” under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA), entitling employees to certain job accommodations and protections. This precedential decision from the Philadelphia-based Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit places employers on notice that an employee […]
Federal Judge Strikes Down FTC Noncompete Ban
On August 20, 2024, a U.S. federal district court judge issued an order prohibiting the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) from enforcing its new rule, effectively banning almost all noncompete agreements. The rule was scheduled to become effective September 4, 2024, unless struck down.