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Mental injuries for First Responders  On October 29, 2024, Governor Shapiro signed Senate Bill 365 into law as Act 121 of 2024, which amends the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act as it pertains to compensation for mental-mental injuries/post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI) for first responders. The new law takes effect on October 29, 2025. The full copy… read more

CLIENT ADVISORY  Virginia Client Advisory Generous Virginia juries demonstrate importance of expert testimony, and presenting a reasonable defense. In 2024, Virginia juries repeatedly returned verdicts in excess of $1 Million.  Throughout the state, in eight cases involving motor vehicle accidents and other tort claims, juries awarded a combined total of $20.37 Million to injured plaintiffs. … read more

The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has recently launched an inquiry into diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) programs at 20 large law firms, signaling a broader federal focus on how DEI initiatives align with anti-discrimination laws. While this current action targets law firms, the underlying concerns and potential legal risks are relevant for any… read more

Direct Deposit: On October 29, 2024, Governor Josh Shapiro signed Senate Bill 1232, amending the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act to require employers and insurers to offer claimants the option of receiving workers’ compensation wage-loss payments via direct deposit. This new requirement became effective on December 28, 2024, and all employers and insurers must ensure direct… read more

On October 29, 2024, Governor Shapiro signed Senate Bill 365 into law as Act 121 of 2024, which amends the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act as it pertains to compensation for mental-mental injuries/post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI) for first responders. The new law takes effect next year on October 29, 2025. The full copy of Act 121… read more