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The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania ruled that parents cannot waive a minor’s right to sue for personal injury through liability waivers or arbitration agreements. The decisions in Santiago v. Philly Trampoline Park, LLC and Shultz v. Sky Zone, LLC require businesses serving minors to rethink participation agreements, risk management, and insurance practices.

Fraudulent misrepresentation is a serious cause of action that can arise in various business dealings and transactions, potentially leading to financial losses or legal consequences. It occurs when one party intentionally provides false information to deceive another, causing harm or misleading them into a decision they otherwise would not have made.

A business partner is an individual who shares ownership, responsibilities, and profits or losses in a firm with one or more other individuals. Partners are expected to collaborate on key decisions that impact the business as a whole, to promote transparency, and to reach mutual consent. 

A verbal agreement, also known as an oral contract, is a legally binding agreement between two or more parties that is made through spoken words rather than written documentation. Verbal agreements are common in business dealings. While they may seem informal, verbal agreements can be legally binding in Pennsylvania in certain cases. There are several factors to consider when determining their enforceability in a court of law. 

A breach of contract occurs when one party to a legally binding agreement fails to fulfill their obligations as specified in the contract. This may involve not performing a task on time, failing to complete a task entirely, or not meeting the agreed-upon terms. The other party may have the right to seek legal remedies, such as compensation for damages or contract enforcement.

COVID has been hard for business of all sizes, but it’s taken a special toll on small, service based operations. A recent ruling in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, may bring such businesses a bit of relief.