2022
Fortune Article Shares Insight from Joseph Richardson on a Union’s First Contract NegotiationsIn an article in Fortune magazine, Willig, Williams & Davidson attorney Joseph Richardson discusses the dangers newly unionized employees face when negotiating first contracts with their employers. Michael Dryden Discusses Court Decision Allowing Widow to Collect Benefits for Medication-Induced Death of Police Officer SpouseIn a recent article in Pennsylvania Law Weekly, Willig, Williams & Davidson partner Michael Dryden discussed a court decision that will allow the widow of police officer Raymond Diaz to collect benefits after her...Willig, Williams & Davidson Helps Secure First-Ever Collective Bargaining Agreement for National Women’s Soccer League Players AssociationOn February 1, 2022, the National Women’s Soccer League Players Association (Players Association) and the National Women’s Soccer League (League) reached the first collective bargaining agreement in the history of a U.S. women’s professional...Law360 Covers Dispute Between Union and Starbucks DistributorWillig, Williams, & Davidson attorney Joseph Richardson was recently quoted in Law360’s article about a dispute between Teamster Local 710 and Starbucks distributor Quality Custom Distribution (QCD) over an arbitration award. The award compels...Bloomberg Law Covers Amazon Drivers’ $1.47 Million SettlementBloomberg Law recently shared the news of a $1.47 million wage settlement in a lawsuit brought by a group of Amazon drivers for Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) violations. The drivers are represented by...Attorney Michael Dryden Discusses Firefighter’s Fight for Benefits in Philadelphia InquirerWillig, Williams & Davidson partner Michael Dryden recently discussed his client’s fight for benefits in a Philadelphia Inquirer article entitled “Philly needs to do right by a fire chief dying of cancer.” The article...Attorney Ryan Hancock Discusses Pre-Hire Marijuana Testing in Philadelphia InquirerWillig, Williams & Davidson labor lawyer and Employment Law Group chair Ryan Hancock recently was quoted in an article for The Philadelphia Inquirer regarding Philadelphia’s ban on pre-hire marijuana testing. “What to know about...2021
Law.com Covers Settlement with DOE in Whistleblower Case Involving Transgender AthletesThe Legal Intelligencer recently shared the news of a settlement in a whistleblower case negotiated with the U.S. Department of Education by Willig, Williams & Davidson employment law attorney Ryan Allen Hancock on behalf...Law.com Features 2021 ‘Unsung Hero’ Ralph TetiWillig, Williams & Davidson partner Ralph J. Teti is featured in a Law.com Q&A article entitled “Unsung Heroes 2021: Ralph Teti.” The article highlights Teti and the Unsung Heroes honor he received from The...Law.com Talks to Michael Dryden About Significant Win in Workers’ Comp CaseWillig, Williams & Davidson partner Michael Dryden recently discussed a significant workers’ compensation case win in a Law.com article entitled “SEPTA Employee's Suicide Covered Under Workers' Comp, Commonwealth Court Rules.”View More2022
August 2022 NewsletterIn this issue learn What Pennsylvania Employees Need to Know About Medical Marijuana, and Children and Passports in Custody Disputes, as well as attorney news...May 2022 NewsletterSTAY INFORMED Willig, Williams & Davidson Helps Secure First-Ever Collective Bargaining Agreement for National Women’s Soccer League Players Association Earlier this year, the National Women’s Soccer League Players Association and the National Women’s...March 2022 NewsletterSTAY INFORMED Philadelphia Workers, Does Your Employer Owe You for Fair Workweek Violations? Employers in Philadelphia may owe money to hourly workers in the service, hospitality, and retail industry for violations of the city’s...January 2022 NewsletterIn this issue we cover the Supreme Court Stay of OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard on COVID-19, Protecting against email scams, and attorney news...2021
November 2021 NewsletterOSHA Releases Emergency Temporary Standard on COVID-19 Willig, Williams & Davidson Named a 2022 ‘Best Law Firm’ for Working People Serving a Divorce Complaint During COVID-19 Philadelphia Business Journal Names Deborah Willig Among 2021...How the American Rescue Plan Act Delivers for PennsylvaniaWhile the deadly COVID-19 pandemic and the economic crisis that it spurred continue to test families across the country, help already is on the way.What Does the ‘No Surprises Act’ Mean For Patients?For too long, working people and their families who needed emergency medical care braced themselves for an unpleasant surprise after treatment: a balance due bill from any non-network healthcare providers. February 2021 NewsletterFebruary 2021 Newsletter feature articles: COVID-19 Vaccines at Work: Can My Employer Mandate? Are Mandatory Security Screenings Compensable Under PA Law?2020
October 2020 NewsletterVOTE. Unions Score Post-Janus Victory as Appeals Courts Dismiss Fee Reimbursement Petitions Amazon Delivery Drivers Garner Win in Ninth Circuit Supreme Court Issues Employee Benefits Decisions in 2019-2020 Term 15 Attorneys Named Among 2021...July 2020 NewsletterTopics in this months newsletter: As The Supreme Court Weighs In On Discrimination Based on LGBTQ Status, Pennsylvania Passes COVID-19 Benefits for Police Officers, Firefighters and Correctional OfficersView More2022
Willig, Williams & Davidson Bolsters Labor Practice with New AssociatePennsylvania labor, employment and workers’ compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that Jordan Konell has joined the firm as an associate. Willig, Williams & Davidson Wins Unprecedented Victory in Teamsters Local 710 UPS PVD ArbitrationRuling Affirms Union’s Position on Use of Personal Vehicle Drivers CHICAGO, Ill. (September 1, 2022) – In an historic and long-awaited decision, an arbitrator has ruled in favor of Teamsters Local 710 in its...Willig, Williams & Davidson Voted Best Family Law Firm and Best Labor and Employment Law Firm by Readers of The Legal IntelligencerWillig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that it has been voted the best Philadelphia-area family law firm and labor and employment law firm by readers of The Legal Intelligencer in the ALM...14 Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorneys Named Among 2023 ‘Best Lawyers in America,’ Amy Rosenberger Named ‘Lawyer of the Year’ in Philadelphia in Labor Law for UnionsPennsylvania labor, employment and workers’ compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is proud to announce that 14 of its attorneys have been selected by their peers for inclusion in the 2023 edition of...Partner Amy L. Rosenberger Named 2022 Alumna of the Year by Eastern Mennonite UniversityPhiladelphia labor, employment, and workers’ compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is proud to announce that partner Amy L. Rosenberger has been named Alumna of the Year by Eastern Mennonite University.Plaintiff’s Class Action Attorney Jordan Lewis Joins Willig, Williams & DavidsonPennsylvania labor, employment, and workers’ compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that Jordan Lewis has joined the firm as Of Counsel to focus on large-scale employment matters.Deborah Willig Speaks at National Labor-Management Conference, ‘Future@Work: Reimagining the Workplace’Firm managing partner joined panel discussion on how collective bargaining can help achieve gender equity in professional sports and beyond PHILADELPHIA (July 2022) – After working to secure the first-ever collective bargaining agreement for...Willig, Williams & Davidson Adds Michelle Devitt to TeamWillig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that Michelle “Micky” Devitt has joined the firm as an associate in the practice area of labor law.Deborah R. Willig Named to City & State PA Law Power 100 ListWillig, Williams & Davidson managing partner recognized as one of the most influential attorneys in Pennsylvania PHILADELPHIA (June 2022) – Pennsylvania labor, employment and workers’ compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased...17 Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorneys Named 2022 PA Super Lawyers, Managing Partner Named Among Top 10 Attorneys in StateFirm recognized among Pennsylvania’s best labor, employment and workers’ compensation lawyers PHILADELPHIA (May 2022) – Pennsylvania labor, employment and workers’ compensation law firm Willig, Williams & Davidson is pleased to announce that 17 of...View More2022
Willig, Williams & Davidson Labor Attorney to Discuss Medical Marijuana and Labor Law at Pennsylvania Bar Association Panel PresentationWillig, Williams & Davidson attorney Jessica R. Brown will serve as a speaker during a panel presentation for the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Labor and Employment section. The discussion will explore the impact of marijuana...Willig, Williams & Davidson Labor Attorney to Discuss Wage Equity with Southwestern PA LERALabor attorney Jessica C. Caggiano will present at the Southwestern PA chapter of the Labor and Employment Relations Association (LERA)’s October meeting. She will discuss the effect of laws intended to promote and protect...Willig, Williams & Davidson Labor Attorney to Discuss Marijuana Use and Labor Law at Pennsylvania Bar Association Panel PresentationJessica C. Caggiano will serve as a speaker during a panel presentation for the Pennsylvania Bar Association’s Labor and Employment section. The presentation will focus on marijuana use and its impact on labor and...Willig, Williams & Davidson Labor Attorney to Discuss Cannabis and Labor Law at UFCW Lawyer’s ConferenceWillig, Williams & Davidson partner Jessica C. Caggiano will serve as a speaker at the UFCW Lawyer’s Conference. The panel presentation, titled "Organizing Cannabis Workers and Representing Workers Who Use Cannabis," will focus on...Partner Jessica Caggiano Discusses Medical Marijuana Issues with PA LERALabor attorney Jessica Caggiano recently participated in a panel discussion entitled “Medical Marijuana: A Follow-Up,” presented by the Central PA chapter of the Labor and Employment Relations Association (LERA). The discussion focused on the...Partner Jessica Caggiano Discusses ‘Wage Equity: Women’s Economic Rights in the Workplace’On March 31, 2022, labor attorney Jessica Caggiano gave a presentation entitled “Wage Equity: Women’s Economic Rights in the Workplace,” during the Franklin Inn Club’s Thursday Roundtable luncheon. The discussion focused on common challenges...2021
Willig, Williams & Davidson Employee Benefits Attorneys to Present at IFEBP Annual Benefits ConferenceJames S. Beall and Wendy Pongracz will serve as faculty at the 67th annual meeting of the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans Date: Oct. 18 – 20, 2021 Location: The Colorado Convention Center,...Willig, Williams & Davidson Attorney to Serve as Instructor on Employee Benefits Plan Policy for IFEBP CAPPP Certificate ProgramJames S. Beall will serve as faculty for the Certificate of Achievement in Public Plan Policy (CAPPP) program presented by the International Foundation of Employee Benefit PlansWillig, Williams & Davidson Attorney Participates in American Arbitration Association Live Webinar on Brief WritingLabor law attorney Jessica Caggiano will join a panel to discuss closing arguments and brief writings in a webinar presented by the American Arbitration AssociationWillig, Williams & Davidson Partner Participates in Pennsylvania State University Labor Law PanelLabor attorney Lauren M. Hoye will join panelists to discuss the road ahead for labor unions in a webinar organized by the Pennsylvania State University LABOR School.View More2022
Philadelphia Federation of Teachers President Jerry Jordan Says Firm Has the Expertise Unions NeedComing from a family of public school educators, Jerry Jordan followed in the footsteps of his grandparents, an uncle, aunts and cousins when he chose education as his career, teaching high school Spanish and...Helen Gym, Philadelphia City Councilmember and Youth Advocate, Says Working with Firm Was a ‘Transformative Experience’A member of Philadelphia City Council, community organizer, and public school advocate, Helen Gym relies on Willig, Williams & Davidson to fight for families and educators.Warren Heyman, Retired International Vice President of UNITEHERE!, Says Firm is ‘One of the Best’A union organizer for 40 years before his retirement in 2021, Warren Heyman said he leaned on Willig, Williams & Davidson to help unions navigate several challenges over the years. “This is one of...PA State Senator Vincent J. Hughes: Willig is ‘Fearless’A leading progressive voice on local, state, and national issues, State Sen. Vincent J. Hughes says he has counted on Deb Willig and her team of fierce advocates at Willig, Williams & Davidson for...Nicole Hunt, President of UNITEHERE! Local 634, Calls Labor Lawyers ‘Second Family’Nicole Hunt, President of UNITEHERE! Local 634, Calls Labor Lawyers ‘Second Family’ A food service worker who knew little about union organizing, Nicole Hunt said Deborah Willig and the labor lawyers at Willig, Williams...CWA International Vice President Ed Mooney Says Union Is ‘Thrilled’ With Firm’s RepresentationEd Mooney, International Vice President of District 2-13 for the Communications Workers of America, relies on Willig, Williams & Davidson for a wide range of counsel. “We are thrilled with our representation,” Mooney said,...Cathy Scott, President of AFSCME District Council 47, Calls Willig, Williams & Davidson the ‘Best Labor Law Firm’ in PhiladelphiaAmerican Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) District Council 47 has been a client of Willig, Williams & Davidson since the 1970s. President Cathy Scott said, “In our opinion and our members’...Wendell Young IV, President of UFCW Local 1776, Discusses Working With Willig, Williams & DavidsonSince the 1980s, the labor law attorneys at Willig, Williams & Davidson have counseled the members of UFCW Local 1776 Keystone State in matters relating to health funds, pension funds, and contract negotiations.2018
Michael Dryden Discusses PA Firefighter Workers’ Compensation Cancer Cases Decided on the Timeliness Issue (Part 5) [Video]In this short video, Workers’ Compensation Department Chair and Philadelphia attorney Michael Dryden, discusses a set of cases decided on the timeliness issue presented by an Act 46 Cancer Case.Michael Dryden Discusses PA Firefighter Workers’ Compensation Cancer Case: Steele v. Workers’ Compensation Appeal Board (Findlay Township) Part 4 [Video]In this short video, Workers’ Compensation Department Chair and Philadelphia attorney Michael Dryden, discusses a volunteer firefighter’s workers’ compensation cancer case. In Part 4 of this video series, Michael Dryden discusses Steele v. Workers’ Compensation...View More8/15/2022
Children and Passports in Custody DisputesObtaining a passport for your minor child seems like a simple enough task, especially if all parties are in agreement. But given the dynamics of certain families, things can get muddled relatively quickly. For...7/18/2022
What Pennsylvania Employees Need to Know About Medical MarijuanaIn the six years since the Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act (MMA) was passed, Pennsylvania courts and practitioners continue to grapple with the extent to which the legislation truly protects workers who hold a medical...02/24/2022
Employers May No Longer Force Sexual Assault and Harassment Victims into ArbitrationCongress passed a bill that prevents companies, universities and other institutions from requiring claims of sexual assault and harassment to be submitted to mandatory binding arbitration.01/25/2022
Philadelphia Workers, Does Your Employer Owe You for Fair Workweek Violations?The Fair Workweek Law passed as a result of workers lobbying City Hall for protections against the unpredictable scheduling that is pervasive in retail, hospitality and food service industries.12/10/2021
Beware of Email Scams: Always Check the SenderAs our email protections have improved in filtering out junk email, scammers who send such phishing emails have also learned and enhanced their product accordingly.11/08/2021
Supreme Court Issues Stay of OSHA’s Emergency Temporary Standard on COVID-19On Nov. 4, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor’s Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) announced an Emergency Temporary Standard (ETS) regarding workplace protections from COVID-19. OSHA’s standard applies to private employers with 100...10/29/2021
Serving a Divorce Complaint During COVID-19One of the first steps in the divorce process, serving a divorce complaint, often can delay your divorce proceeding. That is why it is important to understand your options for service during the pandemic.08/17/2021
Understanding Spousal Support and Alimony in PAWhile most people have heard of alimony, issues involving spousal support and/or alimony pendente lite are often overlooked, and alimony is often incorrectly understood.08/01/2021
Your Driver’s License – It Is EssentialIn Pennsylvania, driving is not a right, it's a privilege - and traffic offenses can jeopardize your driving privileges.06/10/2021
NLRB Tightens Rules on Handling of Mail Ballots in Union Elections, Signals Possible Modernization of Union ElectionsIn a decision announced on June 9, 2021, the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) clarified that it may overturn the results of a union election conducted by mail ballot if a party (usually the...View More