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06/01/2026

June Spotlight: Supporting Family-Owned Businesses 💼👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Family-owned businesses play a vital role in strengthening our communities and driving long-term economic growth. From small local operations to multi-generational companies, these businesses face unique opportunities and legal considerations at every stage.

Throughout June, we’ll be highlighting:

📈 Emerging trends impacting family-owned businesses
⚖️ Legal insights to help support long-term success
💡 Planning strategies for growth, transition, and continuity
📊 Industry facts and forward-looking perspectives

Our team understands the unique dynamics that come with balancing business, family, and legacy planning.

🔗 Learn more about MIJB’s Family-Owned Businesses practice group: https://bit.ly/4jtYqSD

05/30/2026

⚖️ Manufacturing in Law Month Recap 🔧

Throughout May, we explored key legal topics that impact manufacturers and businesses every day. From contracts to compliance, we shared insights designed to help businesses better understand and manage legal risk.

Here’s a look back at what we covered this month:

✔ Terms & Conditions and why they matter
✔ Understanding implied and express warranties
✔ Product liability and risk management
✔ The “Battle of the Forms” explained
✔ Risk of loss in contracts and shipping
✔ The importance of documentation and compliance procedures

Thank you for following along during Manufacturing in Law Month and engaging with our content throughout May.

Manufacturing businesses face unique legal challenges, and proactive planning can make a significant difference in protecting operations and supporting long-term growth.

📞 If your business has questions about contracts, compliance, liability concerns, or manufacturing-related legal matters, the MIJB team is here to help. Contact us today at https://bit.ly/4sLa9S1

05/29/2026

⚖️ Check out this month's Legal Brief by Stephen Rinderle, Esq. featured in the Manufacturer & Business Association's Business Magazine!

Federal tariffs are raising input costs, straining supply chains, and putting pressure on fixed-price contracts across Pennsylvania's manufacturing sector. When those pressures make it harder or more expensive to perform, the natural instinct is to look to the contract for relief. Many manufacturers are turning to force majeure clauses, and most are finding far less protection than they expected.

Finishing reading here: https://bit.ly/3Psn0dS

05/28/2026

Legal FAQ Thursday❓

Q: How should Terms & Conditions be provided to a customer?

A: Terms & Conditions can be shared in several ways, including:

✔ Printed paper documents
✔ Electronic copies
✔ Through an app or customer portal
✔ Posted online for customer review

They may also be referenced within quotations, purchase orders, or other business documents without listing every term in full, as long as the reference is clear and noticeable.

However, best practice is to directly provide the Terms & Conditions to the customer along with the quote or offer, whether electronically or in hard copy. Doing so can help reduce confusion and strengthen your position if disputes arise later.

Clear communication upfront helps protect both your business and your customer relationships.

📞 Have questions about your contracts or Terms & Conditions? Reach out to the MIJB team to discuss how your business agreements can better protect your operations https://bit.ly/4sLa9S1

05/26/2026

💡 Legal Tip Tuesday: Documentation matters.

Manufacturers can help reduce product liability exposure by:

✔ Maintaining quality control records
✔ Preserving inspection reports
✔ Keeping supplier documentation organized
✔ Providing clear product instructions and warnings
✔ Training employees on compliance procedures

Strong documentation can become critical evidence if a dispute or claim arises.

Taking proactive steps now may help protect your business later. If you have questions about compliance practices, liability concerns, or strengthening your risk management procedures, our team at MIJB is here to help.

📞 Reach out to our attorneys today to discuss how we can support your business operations and legal strategy at https://bit.ly/4sLa9S1

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we honor the brave men and women who served our country and remember the importance of preserving their stories for future generations.

We are proud that MIJB volunteers spent two summers assisting with the restoration and cleaning of gravestones at the Pennsylvania Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Veterans Memorial Cemetery in Erie, Pennsylvania. Led by MaryJane Koenig and the Presque Isle Chapter, NSDAR, the award-winning historic preservation project restored all 1,381 gravestones at Pennsylvania’s only state military cemetery.

What began as a local effort earned First Place in Historic Preservation in Pennsylvania and Second Place nationally from the National Society Daughters of the American Revolution.

It was an honor to help preserve the legacy of the veterans who sacrificed so much for our freedom.

Read the full story about the project here: https://annsilverthorn.com/award-winning-project-brings-new-life-to-veterans-graves-2/

The Presque Isle project, cleaning the gravestones at the beautiful Pennsylvania Soldiers’ and Sailors’ Veterans Memorial Cemetery, in Erie, Pennsylvania, under the direction of MaryJane Koenig, chair of the DAR Service for Veterans Committee, was awarded first place for Historic Preservation...

05/22/2026

🎉We are pleased to announce that 12 of our attorneys were recognized by Super Lawyers® this year! ⚖

Partners Patrick Delaney, John Draskovic, Kimberly Oakes, Nicholas Pagliari, Lisa Smith Presta, Jamie Schumacher, and Roger Taft have been selected as 2026 Pennsylvania Super Lawyers®. This is an exclusive list, recognizing the top 5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania! https://bit.ly/4dCU1Mx

Associates Lydia Caparosa, Kyle Gallo, Emilie Swan Reinhardt, Ashley Solo, and Nathan Venesky have been selected to the 2026 Pennsylvania Rising Stars® list. This is an exclusive list, recognizing the top 2.5% of attorneys in Pennsylvania, who are either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less! https://bit.ly/42U6S82

05/21/2026

🎉 Check out this month's Manufacturer & Business Association Business Magazine for our manufacturing client testimonial featuring Jimmy Bromley, President at CHANNELLOCK®! 🔧 Thank you, Jimmy!

Link to the full May MBA Business Magazine: https://bit.ly/4nFgRYr

05/20/2026

✨Lawyer Spotlight!✨

Michael's full bio and practice areas: https://bit.ly/3xzrGFV

05/19/2026

Legal FAQ of the Day!

What Should Be Included in Your Terms and Conditions?

When selling products or services, the terms and conditions should clearly outline everything that isn’t already mentioned in the quote or offer. These details help protect both the seller and the buyer. From the seller’s point of view, read below for key things to include!

Check out more manufacturing FAQs at https://bit.ly/3Z33p5m