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Employment outcomes again surpass national average
The Thomas R. Kline School of Law of Duquesne University has once again surpassed national employment outcomes with the Class of 2024 results released by the American Bar Association (ABA) on April 23, 2025.
Class of 2025 Commencement, 05/17
Tickets are not required for the Law School ceremony and reception. At this time, there is no limit to the number of guests that may attend.
AG Sunday Sues Pittsburgh-Area Interior Designer Over Alleged Failure to Complete Projects and Provide Goods, Totaling More Than $190,000
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced a lawsuit against Black Cherry Design, LLP and its owner, Lauren Piasecki, alleging that the Allegheny County interior design company failed to provide goods and complete projects.
Ballard Spahr, Sara McCormick Honored by Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts
Philadelphia Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts (PVLA) has named Ballard Spahr one of two Law Firms of the Year and Real Estate Partner Sara A. McCormick one of two Volunteer Attorneys of the Year.
Christian's COVID vax-refusal case sent elsewhere
PITTSBURGH - A Christian physical therapist fired over refusing the COVID-19 vaccine won't be able to sue her former employer in court, a Philadelphia federal judge has held.
Landscaping Business Owner Sues Former Partner for Defamation
Brandon Smith has filed a defamation lawsuit against Lauren Foerst in Delaware County Court after she allegedly posted false accusations online about him committing rape.
Benjamin Mittman Returns to Troutman Pepper Locke, Boosting Private Equity Practice
Benjamin Mittman has joined Troutman Pepper Locke’s Private Equity and Investment Funds Practice Group in Philadelphia.
Reed Smith adds three Labor and Employment partners in Philadelphia
Reed Smith welcomed three partners from Greenberg Traurig to its global Labor and Employment Group in Philadelphia: James Boudreau, who served as co-chair of that firm’s global Labor and Employment practice, Adam Roseman and Christiana Signs.
Connie Dawson Accuses Commonwealth Agency PennDOT Over Slip & Fall Incident
Connie Dawson has initiated legal action against PennDOT following a slip-and-fall incident attributed to poor street maintenance by the agency.
Plaintiffs Sue Retailer Over Negligence Resulting in Slip-and-Fall Injury
A slip-and-fall incident at a Kohl's store leads Theresa Mulloy to file a lawsuit against multiple defendants including Kohl’s Pennsylvania Inc., alleging negligence over unsafe property conditions.
Neighbors Accused of Negligence Leading to Severe Injury
A Drexel Hill couple has filed a lawsuit against their neighbors in Delaware County Court following an accident involving an uneven sidewalk leading to severe injuries for one plaintiff.
Ballard Spahr's Matthew McClure Elected VP of Central Philadelphia Development Corp.
Matthew McClure, an accomplished real estate attorney who serves as leader of Ballard Spahr’s Zoning and Land Use Team, has been elected Vice President of the Central Philadelphia Development Corporation (CPDC).
Holland & Knight Welcomes Tax Controversy and White Collar Defense Attorney Siana Danch in Philadelphia
Holland & Knight continues to strengthen its Philadelphia Litigation Practice Group with the addition of Siana Danch as senior counsel.
Drexel Kline School of Law Ranked #41 ‘Go-To Law School’ by The National Law Journal
Drexel University’s Thomas R. Kline School of Law has been ranked #41 on The National Law Journal’s 2025 Go-To Law Schools list, which highlights the law schools placing the highest percentage of graduates in the nation’s 500 largest law firms (NLJ 500).
Plaintiff Alleges Local Church Negligence Led to Severe Injuries
Cathy Pollock has filed a lawsuit against St. Matthew C.M.E Church Inc., Charlena Crosby, and Hammie Byrd Trust et al., claiming negligence after suffering severe injuries from a fall at their premises in November 2023.
Plaintiff alleges Debt Collector violated Fair Debt Collection Practices Act
A recent court filing reveals allegations against LVNV Funding for purportedly violating federal laws designed to protect consumers from abusive debt collection practices.
Debt Collector Accused of Violating Consumer Privacy Laws
Jennifer Smith has filed a lawsuit against Midland Credit Management for allegedly violating consumer protection laws by disclosing her private financial information without consent.
Former Employee Alleges Unpaid Wages Against Transport Company
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against LogisticX Inc., accusing them of failing to pay due wages during his tenure as a freight transporter.
Non-Profit Organization Accused by Former Employee's Representative Over Unpaid Wages
The Pennsylvania Department of Labor and Industry has taken legal action against Restaurant Opportunities Centers United Inc., alleging failure to pay due wages and benefits to former employee Jordan Romanus.
CHARGED: Former Executive Director of Cambria County Bar Association Stole More than $300K for Cosmetic Procedures, Vacations, Donations to Family-Run Charity
Attorney General Dave Sunday announced the filing of charges against the former executive director of the Cambria County Bar Association for stealing more than $300,000 from the organization between 2018 and 2023.