Dilworth Paxson LLP

Dilworth Paxson LLP conducts a regional practice principally in the areas of corporate and business law, federal and state litigation, banking and finance, intellectual property, international, securities law, bankruptcy, estate planning, tax law, public finance, labor law, health care law and government regulation. The Firm services a diverse clientele ranging from entrepreneurial and closely held businesses to publicly held and Fortune 500 companies. Dilworth Paxson LLP also acts as special counsel to various governmental authorities and entities. The Firm has a strong tradition of public service and, as a result, many former and present members of the firm hold a wide variety of positions at the federal, state and local levels of Government and on the boards of charitable and civic institutions.

Part VII: "Remedial Efforts and Undertakings as A Source of Best Practices" (With Conclusion)
Mark H. Vacha, April 30, 2009
This final installment is Part VII in a seven-part series about the Securities and Exchange Commission's (the "Commission") proceedings versus the City of San Diego, California (the "City) as set forth in the November 14, 2006 Release No. 8751 (the "Release").

New Requirements for Pennsylvania Contractors
April 22, 2009
The Pennsylvania General Assembly recently enacted the Home Improvement Consumer Protection Act (the "Act").

Supreme Court Rules Union Members Can Be Forced To Arbitrate Federal Age Discrimination Claims
April 22, 2009
In a victory for employers and arbitration, the Supreme Court ruled last week that a collective bargaining agreement (CBA) provision that specifically requires union members to arbitrate Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA) claims is valid under federal law.