The 2021 General Election is on November 2, just a few weeks away. With open seats on the state Supreme, Superior, and Commonwealth Courts, there is a lot at stake. In order to help voters make informed decisions when they cast their ballot, PCCJR has created its 2021 PA Judicial Voter Guide. Developed to be a helpful resource for…
News & Updates: Health Care
Does an Imbalance on the Civil Rules Committee Spell Doom for PA’s Medical Liability Venue Rule?
Nearly twenty years ago, in an effort to combat a medical liability crisis in the Commonwealth, Pennsylvania Rule of Civil Procedure 1006(a.1) was enacted. This rule requires medical professional liability actions against health care providers to be brought only in the county where the cause of action arose. Prior to this change in 2002, Pennsylvanian physicians were…
Pa. Lawmakers Must Save Medical Liability Venue Rule
PCCJR Legislation Amending the Unfair Trade Practices Act Introduced by Rep. Kauffman
Legislation championed by PCCJR that would amend the Unfair Trade Practices Act has been introduced in the House by Rep. Rob Kauffman, R-Franklin. The legislation, H.B. 1891, is in response to the state Supreme Court’s decision in Gregg v. Ameriprise, which expanded the scope of liability under the Act’s “catch-all” provision. In a split 4-3 decision the Court held that the…
PCCJR Unveils “2021 PA Judicial Voter Guide” Ahead of General Election
With several important state judicial seats on the ballot in the upcoming General Election – including an open seat on the Pennsylvania Supreme Court, PCCJR is pleased to release its updated 2021 PA Judicial Voter Guide. Judicial decisions have far-reaching impact on the state’s business climate and overall economic health. Unfortunately, over the past five and a half years…