Siana Law attorney, Christopher P. Gerber, is proud to participate in the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs’ 2020 Fall Conference Experience. Mr. Gerber will present Police Department Management & Community Engagement Amid Increased Public Scrutiny on Tuesday, October 20th at 5:30 pm. To learn more about this year’s online conference experience and view the agenda, click…
In the wake of recent events, which have spurred protests, riots, and an apparent loss of confidence in law enforcement, it is critical for local elected officials to take immediate action to ensure that police services are provided in accordance with the United States Constitution and federal and state law. In an arena that involves…
Charting A Course to Restore Local Government Operations As we look ahead to re-opening Pennsylvania during a protracted fight against the coronavirus, local governments should implement a strategic plan designed to optimize safe and efficient public services while protecting the health of municipal employees. This effort requires a careful balancing of individual liberty and privacy…
Siana Law is pleased to announce the admission of Christopher P. Gerber and Michael G. Crotty as General Partners to the Firm. Having joined the Firm in 1998, Mr. Gerber has an accomplished record of successfully representing public and private entities as well as individuals in the areas of civil rights, police liability, and labor…
MARCH 30, 2020 The United States Department of Labor issued guidance in response to the enactment of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act to address whether law enforcement personnel are exempt from the benefits afforded under the Act. Specifically, the Act exempted “emergency responders” from the extended paid sick leave and extended family medical leave.…
MARCH 19, 2020 On March 18, 2020, the Families First Coronavirus Response Act was enacted into law. And went into effect on April 1, 2020. It is important to note that most employers will be impacted by the Emergency Sick Leave Act and Emergency FMLA provisions put into place by the federal government in response…
On Wednesday, August 7th 2019, Christopher P. Gerber, Esquire will attend the Pennyslvania State Association of Borough’s 2019 PA Municipal Legal Update. He looks forward to presenting the following seminar: Police Track 1: Elected Officials Role in Police Operations This session will review the fundamentals of municipal police management and supervision pursuant to municipal codes…
Christopher P. Gerber, Esquire, is proud to participate in the 2019 Pennsylvania Bar Institute Municipal Law Colloquium on Friday, June 7, 2019 at the PBI Headquarters in Mechanicsburg, PA. Mr. Gerber will be presenting, “Use of Force Policies, Police Misconduct/Discipline & Body Cams” alongside Mr. James Gavin, Esquire from 10:10 am – 11:10 am.
Siana Law recognizes Christopher P. Gerber, Esquire for his article, Police Departments and Medical Marijuana Usage, which is featured in the June 2019 Issue of the Pennsylvania State Association of Borough’s (PSAB) Borough News Magazine. Read the full article here:
Siana Laaw recognizes Christopher P. Gerber, Esquire and Michael G. Crotty, Esquire for their recent feature in the December 2018 Issue of PSATS’ Township News article, Managing Risk – Awareness and an Emphasis on Safety Can Keep Your Township From Becoming a Liability Target by Amy Bobb, Assistant Editor. In the article, Mr. Gerber and Mr. Crotty…