U.S. News & World Report Best Lawyers Best Law Firms 2010MacDonald Illig Jones and Britton LLP is one of the largest law firms in northwest Pennsylvania. For more than a century, the firm has provided sophisticated legal counsel to clients that range from business owners in Erie to major corporations abroad. MacDonald Illig handles matters in a timely and effective manner, by attorneys that understand business, are sensitive to the market and have the depth of resources necessary to provide outstanding results.

Highlights


Can a Landlord Be Held Liable For His Tenant's Violent Dog?

Recently, the Pennsylvania Superior Court decided a dog bite case that clarified the law with regard to whether a landlord can be held liable for a dog bite incident on his property.

NLRB Posting Requirement Delayed

The Office of Public Affairs of the National Labor Relations Board has indicated that for the time being, the NLRB will not be implementing its rule requiring the posting of a notice of employee rights.

Amendments to Oil and Gas Act, Marcellus Shale Legislation Now Law

Pennsylvnia Governor Tom Corbett signed House Bill 1950 which amends the Pennsylvania Oil and Gas Act and also provides for impact fees for Marcellus Shale wells.
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Case Study


MacDonald Illig Settles Multi-Million Dollar Oil and Gas Jury Trial

Drilling oil and gas wells involves relationships between investors, landowners, well operators and governmental entities. MacDonald Illig has experience in advising clients in all aspects of these relationships.