Scrutinizing Cy Pres Class Action Settlements—Recent Court Trends

Jan 8, 2020 | Articles & Updates

Article by Lyle Washowich, Esq. and Gerard Hornby Trial courts play a unique role in class action settlements.  Under Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 23, among other things, federal district courts must review a proposed class action settlement for its fairness,...

Adler, Rebelo, Brouse Elected to Burns White Leadership Roles

Jan 7, 2020 | News

Burns White LLC announced today that attorneys Jeffrey Adler, Mary-Jo Rebelo, and Matthew G. Brouse have been elected to leadership roles at the firm. Mr. Adler and Ms. Rebelo are now Chief Operating Officers, Eastern Region and Western Region, respectively. Mr....

Linde V. Linde: PA Superior Court’s Latest Take on the Business Judgment Rule

Jan 6, 2020 | Articles & Updates

by Mary-Jo Rebelo, Esquire and Taylor Davis, Esquire Summary The Pennsylvania Superior Court’s recent opinion in Linde v. Linde, et al. offers a strong message to majority owners of closely-held businesses: Pennsylvania’s business judgment rule does not protect...

Burns White Promotes Three Attorneys to Membership Status

Jan 3, 2020 | News

Burns White announced the promotion of three attorneys to Member, effective Jan. 1, 2020. These talented attorneys, located in both Pittsburgh and Philadelphia, have diverse legal practices that support the needs of our clients, and the growth of the organization....

Christie and Young Attorneys Join Burns White

Jan 2, 2020 | News

Burns White LLC announced today that 13 attorneys and 12 support staff from Philadelphia-based Christie & Young, PC will be joining the firm, expanding Burns White’s reach in the Philadelphia metropolitan area to include Center City. Christie and Young will join...