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A recent article published in the Pittsburgh Business Times highlights Pittsburgh’s status as the Robotics Capital of the World, showcasing its thriving robotics ecosystem of 125+ companies, $7.5 billion in investments, and global partnerships. Jennifer Apicella, Executive Director of the Pittsburgh Robotics Network, specifically mentions Dentons as a key partner driving collaboration and innovation. Read the full article below! https://lnkd.in/eCdPEYN9

President-elect Trump has reiterated campaign promises to impose sweeping tariffs: 25% on imports from Canada and Mexico and 10% on imports from China, potentially starting on his first day in office. While much discussion has been focused on whether these tariffs are intended as a long-term trade policy or a short-term negotiating tool, understanding the existing legal authorities and timelines is critical for assessing their feasibility.   To read the latest on the Trade Forecast from DCG's International Business Group, click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eY4RAf-j

We are thrilled to have participated in the Holiday Toy Drive for Play It Forward Pittsburgh, a fantastic organization that has been making the Holidays brighter for local children for 14 years. Thanks to the generosity of our team, we’ve donated a dolly full of toys to support this amazing cause! Play It Forward Pittsburgh collects gently used toys and ensures they reach families in need, bringing joy to children right here in our community. This year, we’re excited to join forces with them and make a difference during the Holiday season. Together, we can make the Holidays a little brighter for those who need it most! Thank you for your generosity and support.

DCG’s Litigation team is pleased to report that we received a significant jury verdict in favor of our client, TAKTL, a Pittsburgh-based manufacturer of Architectural Ultra High Performance Concrete (A|UHPC®) Facade Panels & Elements. The jury found that both defendants committed multiple material breaches of both contracts with our client. We have represented TAKTL since 2019 in its efforts to collect amounts owed by two contractors, and defend against significant counterclaims, related to the construction of two adjacent hospital buildings in St. Louis, Missouri. This trial involved an advisory jury, so entering final judgment is still in the hands of the court. Brian Maloney and Chad Wissinger led the core trial team, assisted by Julie Mueller and Connor Sease. Joanne Chojecki coordinated extensive paralegal support, with help from Gabrielle Kossuth and Nicole Pozzuto. Kevin Harkins, Lexie Thurston, Jonathan Sion, and Gregory Thomas also contributed significantly. The verdict is a meaningful positive outcome for our client, who is very happy with the result.

In a recent client alert, Robert Cottington and Abbie Britton discuss the Federal District Court for the Eastern District of Texas striking down the recent 2024 Department of Labor rule, which changed the salary threshold for exempt employees under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The 2024 Final Rule temporarily increased the salary threshold for executive, administrative, and professional employees to qualify for exempt status in July and was set to increase again effective January 1, 2025. To read the full alert, follow the link below! https://lnkd.in/e-GSNruU

In a market as dynamic, high-tech, and noisy as luxury, consumer trust and experiences are more important now than ever. In an era of increasing regulatory and consumer activism, who holds the power over the manufacturing, marketing and sale of these coveted luxury goods? And how do luxury brands continue to evolve, create value and remain attractive to PE investors? At next week's Luxury Law Summit New York, Sarah Carlson, Helen Fotinos and Jennifer Cass will lead a panel will address particular considerations applicable to luxury goods in light of changes in consumer protection and competition legislation, and increased product compliance oversight and scrutiny by federal regulators. Adrien Gotti will participate in a panel focussing on hot-button market shifts within the PE and luxury worlds. Both panel audiences will gain a better understanding into some of the challenges and opportunities that luxury brands face today, as well as strategies to safeguard brand integrity, support business success and drive value creation in a rapidly changing environment. Find out how to meet the team: https://lnkd.in/eSaA8SJC #LuxuryLaw #LuxuryLawSummit24 #LegalCounsel #GeneralCounsel The Luxury Law Alliance and Summit

Alex Castrodale and Adam Teets discuss various changes to U.S. immigration that are expected under the incoming administration beginning in January 2025. Follow this link to read more ⤵ https://lnkd.in/eSPeJFcP View the Dentons Global Mobility Review for critical insights, commentary, analysis, and news on moving business personnel worldwide. #Immigration #USCIS

The Firm would like to congratulate Christie (Brown) Tillapaugh, Samantha Gagliardo, and Nicoline van de Haterd on their well-deserved appointments as Allegheny County Bar Association Committee, Division, and Section Chairs. Christie, Chair of the Managing Partners Committee, Sam, Chair of the Taxation Section, and Nicoline, Co-Chair of the Nonprofit Law Committee, have all demonstrated exceptional leadership and dedication to their respective fields. These new roles are a testament to their hard work and commitment to excellence, and we are proud to see them continue to make a significant impact within the legal community. We look forward to their continued success and leadership in these important positions!

Thanks to the ongoing support from our clients, the Firm’s US Region earned 410 rankings in the annual U.S. News - Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms” survey, highlighting our dedication to legal excellence and exceptional client service. Among the rankings, we secured 38 national practice area distinctions and 372 local or regional practice area recognitions. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/ex5Jx-pW 

Julie Vanneman and Chad Wissinger recently co-authored a client alert. Why an OSHA Program in Colorado Matters to Cannabis Production Facilities Nationwide explains that if your cannabis production facility is not located in Denver or Englewood, Colorado, why you should care about the Local Emphasis Program (LEP) recently announced by the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) for those areas. The LEP issued by OSHA’s Denver Regional Office should matter to facilities nationwide for at least three reasons. To view the full alert, click the link below. https://lnkd.in/eGR5FKgu