By Leonard Sciolla, LLP | Published June 20, 2018 | Posted in news | Tagged Tags: ACtion Magazine, car emissions, EPA, Keith Leonard, vehicle emissions | Comments Off on CAFE to Go?
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CAFE to Go?
The EPA intends to roll back the current fuel economy standards that have been in place since 1975. In his June column for ACtion Magazine, partner Keith Leonard explains the history behind the Corporate Average Fuel Economy (CAFE) standards established by Congress in the 1970s. He covers the history of the emissions regulatory process, including Read More
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A Case Against Inter Vivos Transfers
Proceed with caution when considering an inter vivos transfer of your home or property to a child or loved one: the consequences can be critical. Some people choose to transfer the title of their home to their child during their life instead of leaving it to their child in a will. The parent then continues Read More
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Summer Increase in Teen Driving Accidents
The days between Memorial Day and Labor Day are also known as the 100 Deadliest Days for teenage drivers. According to a new data analysis from AAA, more than 1,050 people – an average of 10 people per day – were killed in crashes involving a teen driver in 2016. AAA says that is a Read More
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Social Media and the Workplace
It is becoming increasingly rare to find someone who is not involved with or affected by social media on a daily basis. Often, people will post without thinking about the consequences. This could result in a loss of employment if someone posts negatively about their employer. Businesses themselves can run into legal problems if an Read More
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Estate Planning in the Digital Age
Estate planning has become more complicated in this digital age; there is more than just physical property that needs to be dealt after death. What happens your digital assets after your death can affect your loved ones emotionally as well as financially. Take a moment to think: how many online accounts do you have? It Read More
Read MoreTariffs: A Two-Edged Sword
In an attempt to make American products more price competitive, President Trump imposed tariffs on imported steel and aluminum. In his May column for ACtion Magazine, partner Keith Leonard examines the historical effects of tariffs in this country and what the latest tariffs might actually do with regard to various critical industries in this country. Read More
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New Jersey Enacts Mandatory Paid Sick Leave
New Jersey businesses have six months to implement paid sick leave into employment policies. Governor Phil Murphy signed the bill into law last week. The law requires employers in the state to provide one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked, for up to 40 hours of paid sick leave per year. Read More
Read MoreCourt Ruling Could Allow for New DACA Applicants
A federal judge ruled on Tuesday that the DACA program must remain in place for renewals and that the Department of Homeland Security must start accepting new applications. Judge John D. Bates of the Federal District Court ruled that the administration’s decision to terminate DACA was based on the “virtually unexplained” grounds that the program was Read More
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Gun Control: No Easy Answer
Gun control, always a hotly debated issue across the country, returned to the top of the list following February’s deadly shooting at a Florida high school. One of the debates specifically centered on whether or not it would improve school safety if teachers carried firearms at work. In his April column in ACtion Magazine, partner Read More
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Technology and Distracted Driving
Voice-commands, touch screens, and other interactive technology are becoming common features in new cars. You may think these additions are making your ride safer, but a new study by AAA found that these technologies are actually creating a distraction for drivers. AAA’s Center for Driving Safety & Technology performed the study alongside the University of Read More
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