Jul 11, 2024 | Articles & Updates
Article by Julia Sarabia, Law Clerk Defense litigators can use special interrogatories in jury verdicts to prevent apportionment of more than 60% liability where there are issues of vicarious liability. The Pennsylvania “Fair Share Act” has been applied to hold...
Jul 11, 2024 | Articles & Updates
Article by Bradley Kessler, Law Clerk Ostensible agency theory is a vicarious liability theory that is traditionally applied to hospitals alone. However, Pennsylvania courts have expanded its use beyond hospitals in select circumstances. Ostensible agency theory is an...
Jul 11, 2024 | Articles & Updates
Article by Gabriela Jones, Law Clerk Restrictive covenants, i.e.,non-competition and non-disclosure clauses are used by employers to shield protectable business interests.[1] A non-competition covenant precludes the former employee from competing with his prior...
