Encore Post: Goldbeck Case.

No. 660 Goldbeck, McCafferty & McKeever PC is one of a handful of law firms in Philadelphia and Eastern Pennsylvania that has handled thousands of mortgage foreclosures throughout the State. However, the firm was delivered a severe blow in Bankruptcy Court this week. Coverage of that matter brought to light a suit recently filed […]

Marcellus Shell Games.

With over 150 years of experience in gas production, you would think that our region would be pretty comfortable with the subject. But apparently not. The recent boom in Marcellus Shale gas leasing and operation has stirred a lot of controversy. South Fayette Township recently joined a growing list of municipalities that are adopting comprehensive ordinances seeking to regulate the industry within its borders. Although the State has comprehensive regulations which would seem to pre-empt local ordinances, the courts have permitted local regulation. And the City of Pittsburgh and, recently, Wilkinsburg Borough have entirely banned Marcellus drilling from their jurisdiction. This is due to environmental concerns, including fears that fracking fluids will pollute our drinking water.

Westmoreland County Suit Against Rex Energy, Inc. Settled.

No. 658 A group of landowners who executed leases with Rex Energy, Inc. have reached a settlement on their claims for bonuses on leases which the driller had obtained but never accepted. Many leases, not just those from Rex, were written in such a way that the lessee could accept or reject the lease after […]

Its a Dog’s Life

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Worthy of News of the World — Wendi Murdoch Flattens Shaving Cream Pie Wielding Comedian.

No. 656 All things considered, it turned out to be a better day for the house of Murdoch (at a day of testimony before a committee of Parliament) than could ever have been expected. Its an illustration of the adage that when things can’t be worse, they start getting better. No, she wasn’t wielding a […]

What Next?

No. 655. Now that Daniel Radcliff has finished the Harry Potter series, he has a problem. He is type-cast as Harry Potter forever. Not to worry. Someone should get to work writing a BBC series about a young barrister who is constantly being told what a striking resemblance he bears to, you guessed it. Of […]

Ring – Ring! . . . Calling Casey!

No. 654 David Lat, in his blog, Above the Law, imagines the the supposed future legal career of Casey Anthony. You can read it if you like, but be forewarned: its not very funny. However, I have a better suggestion. How about a radio call-in advice show? No more Dr. Laura holier-than-thou routine. Here’s a […]

The Anniversary of the First Great Battle of the Civil War: Manassas.

No. 653 150 Years ago this week, the first major battle of the Civil War occurred near Manassas Virginia. It was the place where Stonewall Jackson gained his fame and name. The federal troops seemed to have carried the day. But when the Confederates broke their flank, a disorderly retreat to Washington turned into a […]

Faced With Record Heat This Week . . .

No. 652 . . . . a group of plush animals congregated around a fire hydrant hoping that a passing fire crew would take pity upon them.

The Cockle Bur Under Your Saddle Blanket.

Interesting Law Blog, The Cockle Bur, sponsored by Cockle Law Brief Printing Company, gives a short analysis of the 2010 Supreme Court session and a few predictions for 2011. AVVO No. 251.

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