When dealing with contracts in Pennsylvania, individuals and businesses should be aware of the statute of limitations. The statute of limitations sets a time limit for parties to bring legal action for breach of contract. Time limit for filing a lawsuit In...
Commercial Litigation
How business owners can prepare for possible litigation
Most business owners face legal hurdles and disputes from time to time. The good news is that many can be resolved without involving the courts. However, sometimes a business dispute is so contentious or complicated that litigation is the only way to resolve the...
What are material and immaterial contract breaches?
When making any kind of business agreement where parties provide products or services it’s always a smart move to make a contract. A well-made contract can ensure each party understands their legal obligations and duties. If parties don’t fulfill their end of a...
Significant risks caused by a trademark infringement scenario
When an organization officially registers a trademark, that image, or logo or other marketing resource serves as a stand-in for the company's brand. The formal trademark registration process is lengthy and involves thorough evaluation to ensure that two brands don't...
What should you do if your business is sued?
One of the most disheartening things that can happen to a business owner is to learn that the company is being sued. A lawsuit can ruin the reputation of the business, and it can reduce the profitability of the business to the point that the company can’t stay open....
What is a fiduciary duty and how does it impact businesses?
A fiduciary is a person or organization that acts on behalf of another person's best interests. Fiduciaries are often financial advisors, money managers, insurance agents, bankers, attorneys or executors. Board members and corporate officers also are considered...
Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper Sues Fredericksburg Poultry Plant Over Pollution
Steve Harvey Law LLC is pleased to represent the Plaintiffs in this important environmental justice matter which was filed in federal court in the Middle District of Pennsylvania. The complaint alleges that the defendant, a poultry rendering facility, discharges over...
Suit Alleges Sunoco Drilling Contaminated Homeowner’s Water Well
Suit Alleges Sunoco Contaminated Water Well Here is a report on a case Steve Harvey Law LLC filed last week. We are proud to represent our client, David W. Anspach, III, as he seeks justice for the contamination of his water well caused by pipeline activities on his...
Supreme Court Holds That Rule 68 Offer of Judgment Does Not Make Class Action Moot
Yesterday, the United States Supreme Court, in a 6-3 decision, with Justice Thomas providing the sixth vote, held that an unaccepted offer of judgment under Rule 68 of the Federal Rules of Civil Procedure in a case seeking class certification under Rule 23 does not...