The Risky Business of DIY Legal Services
If you own or operate a small business, you may be wondering if DIY legal services are suitable for your business’s legal needs. Although it may seem like these services are good enough and save money, the ramifications of choosing them over a licensed attorney can be costly and bad for your business. Read on […]
Pennsylvania Renews Push to Let Nurse Practitioners Care for Patients
With the COVID-19 pandemic, the Governor waived many restrictions on healthcare and nurse practitioners in the interest of providing much-needed care. Many of those waivers have now expired, but we are left with data suggesting that some of the guardrails perhaps were not necessary or were a barrier to providing patient care. Pennsylvania State Senators […]
Joseph A. Bubba and Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr. Named to Lehigh Valley Business’ Power List in Law
Joseph A. Bubba and Joseph A. Fitzpatrick, Jr., two of Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba PC’s founding members were both included in the Lehigh Valley Business’ Power List in Law, published by Lehigh Valley Business. The list, which was announced on December 12, 2022, honors those in the community who, “shape our communities and influence our […]
Colin J. Keefe Guests on Market Leaders Podcast
Colin J. Keefe, shareholder in the Firm’s Corporate, Business & Banking practice and the Chair of the Mergers & Acquisitions Group, was a guest on The Market Leaders Podcast, a half-hour show that offers expert insights and practical tips from some of the legal industry’s most prominent thought leaders. Mr. Keefe offered his seasoned perspective […]
Peter E. Iorio Guests on WDIY’s Financial Choices Radio Show
Peter E. Iorio, shareholder in the Firm’s Estate Planning & Administration of Trusts, and Taxation Groups, was a guest on WDIY’s Your Financial Choices, an hour-long show that covers a wide range of topics focused on helping listeners make sound personal finance choices. Mr. Iorio gave a broad overview of estate planning tools and mechanisms. […]
FLB Wins Dismissal of Federal and State Disability Discrimination, Harassment and Retaliation Claims
Jacob M. Sitman, Chair of FLB’s Employment and Labor Relations Department, successfully defended our client, a construction-industry company, in a federal employment discrimination, hostile work environment and retaliation case filed against the company by its former employee. The company’s former welder alleged that he was harassed and unlawfully terminated after he disclosed that he suffered […]
FLB Attorneys Named to 2022 Super Lawyers and Rising Stars Lists
Fitzpatrick Lentz & Bubba, P.C. is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been selected for inclusion in the 2022 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list. In addition, three attorneys were named to the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers – Rising Stars Edition. Historically, less than 5% of the lawyers in the state are selected for the coveted distinction of Pennsylvania Super […]
Shields & Smillie Win Another Trial for Client
After a 7-day jury trial in Federal Court in Allentown, Maraleen Shields and Doug Smillie obtained a $1.057 million verdict for their client, Arnold’s Office Furniture. The case involved claims against a former employee for breach of duty of loyalty, misappropriation of trade secrets and breach of a non-solicitation agreement. During the pandemic, Arnold’s used […]
Sonny Beltrami Discusses the Importance of Estate Planning on Cornerstone Unplugged Podcast
Estate planning attorney Sonny Beltrami was recently featured on Cornerstone Unplugged, a podcast hosted by Cornerstone Advisors Asset Management that features conversations with local business leaders aimed at helping mutual clients improve their financial acumen. In the podcast, Sonny recounts his journey to becoming an estate planning attorney and explains how he regularly expands his […]
FLB Secures Solar Farm Approval
Shareholder Kate Durso successfully represented Saucon Valley Solar Partners, LLC in its recent bid to build a 14-acre solar farm on property owned by Lehigh University in Bethlehem. The project is expected to help offset up to 90% of the electricity use on Lehigh’s Murray H. Goodman Campus and will be used for teaching and […]