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Superior Court says lower court abused its discretion to block physician from testifying
HARRISBURG — The Superior Court has found that a lower court abused its discretion when it refused to allow a physician to testify regarding the standard of care.
Magistrate judge denies sanctions motions in nearly 15-year-old case
HARRISBURG — A U.S. magistrate judge denied several motions for sanctions in a nearly 15-year-old case.
Superior Court says hospital, physician weren't at fault in malpractice case
HARRISBURG — A three-judge panel found that the Allegheny General Hospital and several other related defendants were not at fault for medical malpractice.
Minor sues school district, teacher for assault
PHILADELPHIA — A minor has filed a lawsuit against the Reading School District after he was allegedly assaulted by a teacher.
Erie Insurance claims Lowe's sold defective appliance that caused residential fire
PITTSBURGH — Erie Insurance Exchange is suing Lowe's Home Centers for damages from a house fire allegedly caused by a defective dehumidifier.
Judge grants preliminary emergency relief for Pittsburgh Post-Gazette workers facing layoffs
PITTSBURGH – A federal judge granted a motion for emergency relief by a union for employees at the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette.
Lawyer loses bid to grab part of $2.6M in attorneys fees from Capital One class action, must try elsewhere
PHILADELPHIA – A federal judge has denied a motion for attorneys fees in a class action lawsuit challenging a finance company's repossession notices.
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Delaware court allows Pa. county's lawsuit over CBS-Viacom merger to continue
GEORGETOWN, Del. – Delaware Court of Chancery Vice Chancellor Joseph Slights sided with the Bucks County Employees Retirement Fund in a case against CBS Corp.
Judge rules clinician failed to establish wrongful termination claim against Philadelphia school district
PHILADELPHIA – A federal magistrate judge granted several motions for summary judgment in a case against the School District of Philadelphia, a staffing agency and others filed by a woman terminated from her position as a lead clinician.
Greenwood Gaming's request for judgment in dealer's wrongful termination lawsuit denied
PHILADELPHIA – A federal judge denied an employer's motion for summary judgment in a case alleging violations of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).
Judge: Jury can decide whether coal mining company handled black employee's complaint of KKK drawing properly
PITTSBURGH – A federal judge partially denied a motion for summary judgment involving allegations of a racially charged and hostile work environment.
Judge says Pennsylvania has jurisdiction in Amazon.com wages case
A federal judge partially granted a motion to dismiss a class action lawsuit against Amazon.com and others for wage payment violations.
Judge dismisses one police officer from discrimination lawsuit involving Lehigh Co. shooting
A federal judge has dismissed one of three police officers named as defendants in a lawsuit alleging a man was racially discriminated against when he was shot when driving his vehicle from his garage.
Judge refuses to dismiss case against St. Jude Medical alleging heart implant posed a risk to patients
The patient alleged that St. Jude Medical knew that the cardiac defibrillator implant "malfunctioned, creating danger to patients," according to the lawsuit.
Grane Healthcare to face claims in $2.2M case against Providence Care Center
PITTSBURGH — The Superior Court of Pennsylvania partially upheld an order granting a new trial in a negligence case filed against Providence Care Center.
Homeowners, Montgomery & Rust argue over structural issues
Two Pittsburgh homeowners say a home builder did not properly construct their house in 2008, leading to years of structural problems.
New trial for med-mal plaintiff suing University of Pennsylvania
A former patient of the University of Pennsylvania Hospital will receive a new trail in a medical malpractice case, an appellate court ruled.
Out-of-staters have lawsuits against CSX tossed from Philadelphia court
The Superior Court of Pennsylvania ruled a trial court abused its discretion when it failed to consider that the two CSX railroad workers are not residents of Pennslyvania.
Inmates can continue Hepatitis C class action lawsuit against Pa. DOC
A federal judge partially granted a motion for summary judgment in a class action lawsuit involving medical care to prison inmates with Hepatitis C viral infections.
Philly cop, alleging retaliation from sexual harassment issue, gets green light for lawsuit
A federal judge denied the motion to dismiss the claim under the state Human Relations Act and the Philadelphia Fair Practices Ordinance.