Employment Law

Employment Update: Federal Appeals Court Limits NLRB’s Authority on Monetary Remedies

In a significant decision, the 3rd Circuit Court of Appeals has restricted the National Labor Relations Board’s (NLRB) authority to impose monetary remedies against employers. The Court ruled on December 27, 2024, that Starbucks is not obligated to pay consequential damages for alleged labor law violations unrelated to lost wages or benefits. This ruling challenges

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Anne Newcomer elected Pittsburgh Paralegal Association President

Congratulations to Anne Newcomer, who was recently elected President of the Pittsburgh Paralegal Association for 2025. The Pittsburgh Paralegal Association was formed in 1977 to promote the professional development and continuing education of paralegals. PPA has members from the greater Pittsburgh and surrounding areas and from all areas of law, including law firms, banks, corporations,

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Employment Update: City of Pittsburgh Protects Medical Marijuana Card Holders from Discrimination and Certain Drug Tests

September 24, 2024, the City of Pittsburgh amended its Discrimination Ordinance to add that a medical marijuana patient is considered a protected class from discrimination1.  The Ordinance further prohibits employers from discrimination in hiring or employment because of the employee’s status as a medical marijuana patient which includes requiring “pre-employment testing for marijuana and such

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Employment Update: Federal Court Strikes Down DOL’s Salary Increase for Exempt Employees

On November 15, 2024, a Federal Court in Texas vacated the Department of Labor’s (“DOL”) final rule that increased the salary threshold for the white-collar exemptions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (“FLSA”). The Texas court ruled that the DOL exceeded its authority and the court struck down the salary increases nationwide.  However, most employers

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David G. Oberdick Named 2025 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in the Pittsburgh Area in Copyright Law

Pittsburgh, PA, August 19, 2024 – Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP attorney David G. Oberdick was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for: This is the seventh time Dave has been recognized since 2013 as a “Lawyer of the Year.” He has received this accolade over the years in

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Kevin F. McKeegan Named 2025 Best Lawyers® “Lawyer of the Year” in the Pittsburgh Area in Real Estate Law

Pittsburgh, PA, August 19, 2024 – Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP attorney Kevin F. McKeegan was recently recognized by Best Lawyers as the 2025 “Lawyer of the Year” for: This is the eighth time Kevin has been recognized since 2012 as a “Lawyer of the Year” in the following areas:  Real Estate Law, Land Use

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Employment Law Update: FTC’s Non-Compete Rule Will Not Go Into Effect on September 4

On August 20, 2024, the Federal Court in Texas issued a final ruling on the FTC’s Non-Compete Rule stating that the FTC “(i) promulgated the Non-Compete Rule in excess of its statutory authority, and (ii) the Rule is arbitrary and capricious. ” The Court held the FTC’s Non-Compete Rule was unlawful. The Court ordered that

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Nine Meyer, Unkovic & Scott Attorneys Recognized in the Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® 2025 Edition

Pittsburgh, PA., August 15, 2024 –Meyer, Unkovic & Scott LLP is pleased to announce that 9 lawyers have been included in the 2025 edition of Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® in America. Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America® recognizes associates and other lawyers who are earlier in their careers for their outstanding professional excellence

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Employment Law Update: Ongoing Cases Provide Uncertainty of Proposed FTC Ban on Non-Compete Provisions

On July 3, a Federal Court in Texas issued a preliminary injunction halting the implementation of the FTC’s Non-Compete Rule. However, the Order applies only to the named Plaintiffs in the Texas case. The Texas court is expected to issue a final ruling on August 30. The Court found the FTC lacks the statutory authority

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Diana B. Bonino Elected To Allegheny County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division Council

Pittsburgh, PA, May 30, 2024 – Pittsburgh law firm Meyer, Unkovic & Scott is pleased to announce that Diana B. Bonino was recently elected to the Allegheny County Bar Association’s Young Lawyers Division Council. The Young Lawyers Division of the Allegheny County Bar Association is comprised of all lawyers who have been admitted to the

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Meyer, Unkovic & Scott Congratulates Five Attorneys on Being Named 2024 Rising Stars®

Pittsburgh, PA, May 17, 2024 – Pittsburgh law firm Meyer, Unkovic & Scott announced that Super Lawyers® recently named five of its attorneys to the 2024 list of “Rising Stars” in Pennsylvania. The Pennsylvania Super Lawyers® “Rising Stars” list includes the following Meyer, Unkovic & Scott attorneys: Super Lawyers®, a Thomson Reuters business rating service,

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