Attorney Taczak has represented individuals and business entities as both plaintiffs and defendants in many areas of litigation in both State and Federal Courts. He has gained the experience required to evaluate the facts, identify and analyze the legal issues, develop a strategy, and then communicate the client's position in understandable terms to the both the client and the judge or jury. Clients can expect thorough preparation and an aggressive approach.
Attorney Taczak is mindful of the costs of litigation. To that end, cases are analyzed and evaluated at an early stage and clients are made aware of the merits of their claims or defenses. In some situations, litigation is not the best or most cost effective way to resolve a dispute. Alternatives such as negotiation, mediation, and arbitration may better serve the client's interests and allow them to resolve disputes without litigation.
Sample litigation matters include:
- Business & Commercial Disputes
- Contract Disputes
- Employment Disputes
- Building and Construction
- Estate Litigation
- Real Estate Litigation
- School Law
- Personal Injury
Today's businesses face a wide range of legal issues. At the outset, the appropriate business entity must be established (sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, corporation, etc.). Attorney Taczak will counsel clients to create the business form best suited for the needs of the business and the individuals forming the business entity. As it grows, the business will face transactional, employment and litigation concerns. Our offices are experienced in many issues facing businesses including:
- Incorporation and business formation
- Business transactions
- Fictitious name registration
- Trademark/copyright
- Partnerships/Joint ventures
- Non-profits
- Employment/Personnel
- Commercial Litigation
Our offices represent buyers and sellers in residential and commercial real estate matters ranging from the sale, acquisition and financing of properties to leasing, mortgaging, subdivision, zoning, tax assessments and appeals, conditional uses and variances, foreclosures, and development.
Real estate matters we are able to assist you with include:
- Purchase and Sales Agreements
- Loan and Mortgage Documents
- Quiet Title Actions
- Review and Negotiate Offers to Purchase and Options
- Title Search and Title Examination
- Landlord Tenant Issues
- Commercial Leasing
- Land Use Matters
- Real Estate Assessment and Tax Issues
- Real Estate Litigation
If you are considering the sale, purchase or lease of a property, our office can counsel you on the steps necessary to protect your interests. We are available to represent you at your mortgage closing. Contact our office by phone, email or on our intake form.
Attorney Taczak is prepared to represent both plaintiffs and defendants in employment matters. For the business, our offices will advise employers how claims can be prevented including: developing policies, employment contracts and employee handbooks. The focus is to minimize the possibility of litigation and allow the employer to focus on the business instead of lawsuits.
Employees face different legal concerns. Our offices can advise clients with respect to employment discrimination (sex, age, race, religion, national origin), sexual harassment, wrongful discharge and employee benefits. We are available to review and negotiate employment contracts and separation agreements.
Services include:
- Drafting, review and negotiation of employment contracts;
- Drafting, review and negotiation of non-compete and non-sharing agreements;
- Drafting and review of employee handbooks, policy manuals;
- Counseling clients in discrimination matters;
- Drafting, review and negotiation of separation, release and waiver agreements;
- Wrongful discharge litigation;
- Disciplinary matters;
- FLSA wage and overtime issues;
- Unemployment compensation claims;
- FMLA advice and litigation;
- Intellectual property/Internet/Technology issues;
- Whistleblower claims;
- PHRC/EEOC/ADA/OWBPA
Recently, many gas companies have moved into Southwestern Pennsylvania looking to tap into the gas reserves in the Marcellus Shale. Often, a landman, acting on behalf of the gas company, will contact local landowners about leasing their land to the gas companies. The gas companies want to lease the land and drill for gas. You should not sign any lease without speaking to an attorney. You need a skilled negotiator to help you get the fair market value for your property.
Our office is familiar with the current monetary offers (per acre and royalty) as well as the terms and conditions the gas companies are willing to accept as part of the lease. We can author appropriate addenda tailored to the concerns of the landowner. If you have been approached about leasing your land, or if you have any questions regarding the leasing process, contact our office for a free consultation.
Protecting your loved ones and allocating your assets should be your main concerns when planning to distribute your estate. It is not too early to plan your estate distribution now. Attorney Taczak can help you draft a will or a trust to ensure that your assets are distributed in accordance with your wishes. Attorney Taczak will work with you and review your assets to develop a plan for their transfer with an eye toward minimizing the amount of inheritance and estate taxes which will reduce your estate. Attorney Taczak is mindful of the private nature of discussing your personal assets. Any discussions will remain confidential.
In addition to providing for your loved ones and protecting your assets, you may also want to provide for your own welfare and health care with advanced directives should you become incapacitated.
Over the course of your life, your financial situation may change significantly. The laws and regulations relating to estate distribution may change as well. You will need to keep your estate plan up to date. You may also want to change beneficiaries or the people making decisions on your behalf.
Attorney Taczak will help you develop solutions to effectively and efficiently carry out your estate planning goals including drafting and analyzing:
- Wills
- Trusts
- Powers of Attorney
- Living Wills/Healthcare Powers of Attorney
- Guardianships
- Lifetime giving
- Charitable bequests
Unfortunately, not everyone establishes a clear plan with regard to how their assets should be divided at the time of their death. In these situations, people sometimes turn to the courts for a final determination. Attorney Taczak is available to counsel clients on will contests and probate litigation.
Attorney Taczak offers a free in-person consultation on all estate matters. Contact our offices if you are in need of someone to review your specific circumstances.
If you or someone you know has sustained a personal injury, you need an attorney familiar with the process to get you what you deserve. Attorney Taczak used to represent the insurance companies and corporations against injured individuals. His experience has given him valuable insight into how the insurance companies and corporations view your case. He has handled injury claims in almost every area, from motor vehicle accidents and slip and falls to defective products and wrongful death. He can help you receive everything that you rightfully deserve for you physical, emotional and financial injuries.
The claims process is complicated and you need an experienced advocate to help you navigate through the legal maze before you. You should not attempt to negotiate your own financial settlement or sign any type of release before consulting an experienced attorney. Attorney Taczak can help you analyze your rights, choose the proper course of action, and find the right sources of recovery. Below are some common types of personal injury cases:
- Vehicle Accidents
- Defective Products
- Medical Malpractice
- Slip and Fall/Premises Liability Matters
- Worker's Compensation
Attorney Taczak is committed to closely working with the client to gather all the facts and develop an effective legal strategy. Feel free to contact our offices for a free in person initial consultation. All personal injury cases are handled on a contingent fee basis meaning you will not be charged legal fees unless a financial recovery is attained on your behalf.