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Matt Jandrisavitz Named President of the Pennsylvania Business Brokers Association
The Pennsylvania Business Brokers Association (PBBA) has named Matt Jandrisavitz, Partner at RC Kelly Law Associates, LLC, as its new President. Jandrisavitz...
Preparing for Transportation Contract Bidding Season
It’s the start of the new year, and for many contractors this means it is the start of the transportation contract bidding and renewal season. During this pe...
End of Year Legal Considerations for your Business
As the end of the year approaches, there are several legal considerations and tasks that businesses should address. Here are some end-of-the-year to-do items...
Why You Should Always Have an Attorney Review Your Contract
Contracts are the backbone of transactions, partnerships, and service agreements. However, the importance of thoroughly reviewing these contracts is often un...
6 Things to Consider Before Selling Your Business
Selling your business can be a monumental decision—one that can potentially shape your financial future and legacy. However, before you take the plunge into ...
Pennsylvania Supreme Court to Decide if Pupil Transportation Contracts Require Pre-Approval by the Department of Education
A pending appeal to the Pennsylvania Supreme Court will challenge existing case law holding that there are no statutory requirements for Department of Educat...
Cost Sharing and Openings Clauses in Transportation Service Agreements
As school transportation contractors enter into bid season, it is in the interest of the contractor to price competitively; however, contractors should be ca...
Legal Focus on Contracts - Fuel Clauses
A fuel clause is language in a contract which allows the contractor and the district to share the risk of steep increases or decreases in fuel prices. The fu...
Legal Focus on Contracts-Indemnity Clauses
“Hold Harmless”, “Defend”, “Indemnify” … what does it all really mean? This article explains contractual indemnity and will help you understand indemnity cla...
Proposed Bill's Significant Impact on All School Transportation Contracts
In August 2016, House Bill (HB) 2274 was introduced into the Pennsylvania House of Representatives. The proposed legislation would require school districts t...
Pennsylvania Laws Regarding Student Transportation Contract Bids
With a New Year often come changes and challenges in running your business. One such new challenge for 2013 is the Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting Trai...
Assuring Fair Process in Pennsylvania - Open Meetings, Right to Know, and Conflicts of Interest
Questions about the fairness of the contract negotiation process with a school district or school board are common - what matters must be discussed in open m...