Lawsuits
Hey PA - Murder at high school football game one of 5 new cases to know about
Recently filed lawsuits in Pennsylvania courts include a wrongful death case over a shooting at a high school football game and a suit against Robinson Township over a fatal shooting by one of its police officers.
Federal Court
Monroe County says it can't be blamed for horrific treatment, death of 12-year-old girl
Federal Court
Slip-and-fall: U.S. to pay $250K to woman injured at Philadelphia International Airport
Federal Court
Pittsburgh judge retains one claim in postal worker’s chemical burns lawsuit
PITTSBURGH – A plaintiff working as a United States Postal Service mail handler who suffered third-degree chemical burns when a drain cleaner product being sent through the mail leaked through its packaging and made contact with her body is able to proceed with her claims of negligence only.
Appellate Courts
TikTok to face suit after 10-year-old dies doing 'Blackout Challenge'
PHILADELPHIA – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has reinstated a Chester woman’s wrongful death lawsuit against social media app TikTok, filed after her 10-year-old daughter died in December 2021 due to attempting a “Blackout Challenge” and which had been previously dismissed by a lower court federal judge.
Today, the Fair Share Act’s name is a misnomer
State Court
Parents Sue WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital for Alleged Negligence Leading to Infant’s Death
A tragic case unfolds as parents sue WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital alleging medical negligence resulting in their infant's death due to improper catheter placement leading to cardiac tamponade.
Federal Court
Former Server Alleges Discrimination Against Restaurant Over Disability
A former server has filed a lawsuit against Bud Murphy Enterprises alleging severe workplace discrimination due to PTSD and autism. The plaintiff seeks compensatory damages among other forms of relief under ADA laws.
Federal Court
Industrial Worker Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Employer
Caleb M. Marshall has filed a lawsuit against MZP Industrial Services alleging racial discrimination and retaliatory termination after reporting discriminatory treatment by his supervisor at a Pennsylvania worksite.
Federal Court
Plaintiff Alleges Age Discrimination Against Former Employer Deets Mechanical
John McCall has filed a lawsuit against Deets Mechanical alleging age discrimination following his termination after nine years with the company. The complaint outlines various instances of alleged bias under new management led by Austin Linney and seeks multiple forms of relief including wage loss damages and attorney fees.
Federal Court
Black Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Healthcare Company Over Sandwich Incident
Dawn Gibson has filed a lawsuit against Crothall Healthcare Inc., alleging racial discrimination after being fired over an incident involving free Chick-Fil-A sandwiches at UPMC Children’s Hospital of Pittsburgh. The case highlights claims under Title VII and Section 1981 laws for wrongful termination based on race.
Federal Court
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Major Corporations
Randy Patterson has filed a lawsuit against SWM Holdings US and Aerotek Inc., claiming severe racial discrimination during his brief employment at SWM's Richland factory. The suit alleges retaliatory termination following complaints about hostile work conditions.
Federal Court
Former Employee Accuses JBS Souderton of Racial Discrimination
Kareem Brown has filed a lawsuit against JBS Souderton alleging racial discrimination and retaliation during his employment tenure from April 2019 until May 2022. The suit seeks damages for lost earnings and emotional distress among other reliefs.
Federal Court
Plaintiff alleges medical device company violated ADA through discriminatory practices
Ashley Bell has filed a lawsuit against Biocoat Inc., alleging workplace discrimination based on race and disability along with retaliation following military leave. Filed in federal court on August 22nd, this case highlights serious accusations under multiple civil rights laws including ADA and Title VII.
Federal Court
South Carolina Woman Sues Pressure Cooker Manufacturers Over Severe Injuries
Teresa Grooms has filed a lawsuit against Spectrum Brands Inc. and QVC Inc., alleging severe injuries caused by an exploding pressure cooker model sold under Cook’s Essentials brand. The suit seeks compensatory and punitive damages for alleged negligence and breach of warranty.
Hey PA - Murder at high school football game one of 5 new cases to know about
Recently filed lawsuits in Pennsylvania courts include a wrongful death case over a shooting at a high school football game and a suit against Robinson Township over a fatal shooting by one of its police officers.
Man who refused mask at his kids' school wants to be allowed back in
PHILADELPHIA - The Wyomissing Area School District faces a lawsuit from a man it barred from schools for not wearing a mask in 2021.
Wrongful death suit filed after elderly woman found dead in hot tub
PITTSBURGH - An in-home health aide faces a wrongful death lawsuit for failing to notice her patient had been missing for more than two hours, during which time she drowned in a hot tub.
Personal injury lawyers want their COVID tax break from the government
PHILADELPHIA - A Montgomery County law firm says the IRS hasn't paid up for tax breaks promised to businesses that stayed open during the COVID pandemic.
Bridgestone blamed for death of Moon Area High School student
PITTSBURGH - Bridgestone installed bald tires on a car driven by an 18-year-old Moon Area High School student who crashed and died in 2023, a lawsuit says.
Retaliation claims dismissed from former Allegheny County Jail officer who refused COVID vax
PITTSBURGH – A federal court in Pittsburgh has dismissed retaliation claims under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 but preserved a discrimination claim lodged under the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, in litigation brought by a former Allegheny County Jail corrections officer who lost her job for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.
Trial on horizon for Philly prosecutor who refused COVID vaccine on religious grounds
PHILADELPHIA – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has reinstated a religious discrimination lawsuit brought by a former prosecutor, concerning a COVID-19 vaccine mandate at the Philadelphia District Attorney’s Office.
FTC issues report on pharmacy benefit managers following AG Henry’s call for more regulation of industry
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) chair said a new report issued by her agency shows that the pharmacy benefit manager (PBM) industry is leading to higher prescription drug costs.
Health care company that fired physical therapist for refusing COVID vax removes her suit to federal court
PITTSBURGH – An Ohio healthcare group has removed litigation claiming it discriminated against the religious beliefs of one of its physical therapists by refusing to extend her an exemption from receiving the COVID-19 vaccine before firing her, to federal court.
Allegheny County denies violating religious liberty of corrections officer who objected to COVID vax mandate
PITTSBURGH – Allegheny County has denied violating the religious liberty of one of its corrections officers, in a lawsuit over its COVID-19 vaccine mandate allegedly running afoul of that same plaintiff’s objections.
Lawsuit between rival firms over 'Education Lawyers' trademark will proceed
PHILADELPHIA – Litigation brought by a Philadelphia law firm which seeks review of an order which struck down its attempt to cancel a Bucks County-based firm’s trademark surrounding the phrase “Education Lawyers,” in reference to both of their areas of legal expertise, will proceed after a federal judge denied the defense’s motion to dismiss the case.
Third Circuit declares Borough of Camp Hill's regulations on lawn signs are unconstitutional
PHILADELPHIA – A federal appellate court has decreed that the Borough of Camp Hill’s regulations on lawn signs related to personal expression – and often, politics – are unconstitutional.
Third Circuit cites no jurisdiction for insurer's appeal over asbestos litigation costs
PHILADELPHIA – Citing a lack of jurisdiction, a panel of judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit ruled against an insurance company’s appeal connected to the costs it incurred in asbestos litigation from one of its customers.
Parents Sue WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital for Alleged Negligence Leading to Infant’s Death
A tragic case unfolds as parents sue WellSpan Chambersburg Hospital alleging medical negligence resulting in their infant's death due to improper catheter placement leading to cardiac tamponade.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Prominent Pittsburgh Hospital Following Surgery Complications
Barbara J.Gray has filed a lawsuit against UPMC Magee-Womens Hospital for alleged negligence leading to severe complications following her mother's hip surgery.The suit claims inadequate care resulted in pressure ulcers,worsening wounds,and foot drop,seeking damages exceeding arbitration limits.
Industrial Worker Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Employer
Caleb M. Marshall has filed a lawsuit against MZP Industrial Services alleging racial discrimination and retaliatory termination after reporting discriminatory treatment by his supervisor at a Pennsylvania worksite.
Lawsuit: Kickstand deployed on e-bike, causing crash in Pittsburgh
PITTSBURGH - A sudden jolt from a kickstand sent an e-bike and its rider into a curb, an Allegheny County lawsuit says.
DOJ nets $28M financial penalty against Warren Buffett-owned mortgage lender for redlining
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Justice has handed down a fine in excess of $28 million to a Pennsylvania mortgage company owned by billionaire Warren Buffet, which it says engaged in discriminatory lending practices to prospective homeowners who are Black and Latino.