Pennsylvania Record News
Woman Sues Upper Darby Township Over Negligent Sidewalk Maintenance
Nia Comitcher has filed a lawsuit against several parties including Upper Darby Township for alleged negligence leading to severe injuries from a defective sidewalk condition. The case seeks damages covering medical expenses, loss of earnings, and more.
Fracas at school leads social media personality to sue Gateway School District
PITTSBURGH - A history of problems with the Gateway School District has culminated in a lawsuit brought by a woman alleging she was retaliated against for her social media activities.
Deck railing failed, says wrongful death lawsuit against contractor
PITTSBURGH - A contractor faces wrongful death litigation after a railing on a deck built by it allegedly wasn't secure, leading a man to fall to his death.
Penn Hills cop says he was treated unfairly because of his race
PITTSBURGH - A Penn Hills cop suspended for looking up his own license plate says Caucasian officers weren't subjected to that treatment.
Ohio brewery sues Pennsylvania over trade barriers
HARRISBURG - The Ohio brewer Urban Artifact is arguing in federal court that Pennsylvania's restrictions on deliveries by out-of-staters are illegal.
Lawsuit: Threatened man beaten instead by Philadelphia cops
PHILADELPHIA - Philadelphia cops are accused of using excessive force when responding to a late-night argument in a parking lot.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Local Rehab Facility Resulting in Wrongful Death
A new lawsuit filed by Robert Sharp accuses a local rehabilitation center of gross negligence leading to the wrongful death of his sister Marjorie Carroll. The complaint details multiple instances of inadequate care at Bridgeville Rehabilitation & Care Center resulting in severe health deterioration for Ms. Carroll before her passing away on September 14th.
Pittsburgh Resident Sues Property Owner and Gas Company Over Severe Sidewalk Injury
Raymond Eddy has filed a lawsuit against 300-302 Butler Street LLC and People’s Natural Gas Company after sustaining severe injuries from an unsecured gas cap cover on a Pittsburgh sidewalk. The complaint details extensive medical issues resulting from the incident and accuses both companies of negligence in maintaining safe premises.
Mother Sues Auto Service Companies Over Son's Fatal Crash
Joyce Cooper has filed a lawsuit against Bridgestone Retail Operations LLC, Lithia Moon-V LLC d/b/a Volkswagen of Moon Township, and PennDOT following her son Luke's fatal car crash allegedly caused by negligent tire servicing and poor road conditions.
Patient Alleges Severe Negligence by UPMC Emergency Doctors
A couple has filed a lawsuit against UPMC Hamot alleging severe medical negligence resulting in life-threatening complications for Donald Bihler after an emergency room visit in August 2022 went awry due to alleged lapses by attending physicians.
Factory Worker Sues Chocolate Manufacturer Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
A Delaware County resident has filed a lawsuit against Barry Callebaut USA after slipping on cocoa butter at their factory resulting in severe injuries. Shehera Ahmed-Coleman's complaint highlights negligence by failing to maintain safe conditions for workers.
Former Resident Alleges Negligence Led to Sexual Assaults at Senior Living Facility
A former resident has filed a lawsuit against Asbury Health Center d/b/a Asbury Heights and UPMC Senior Communities Inc., alleging severe negligence resulting in multiple sexual assaults during her stay at their facility. Represented by Ryan J. Duty from Senior Justice Law Firm, Dorothy Ibe seeks compensatory and punitive damages exceeding $50,000.
Financial Advisor Sues National Securities Law Firm Over Defamation Claims
Michael A. Battalini and his company have filed a defamation lawsuit against KlaymanToskes PA for publishing allegedly false information about them online. The suit seeks over $50,000 in damages plus punitive awards.
Family Sues Multiple Healthcare Providers Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Fetal Demise
In a heartbreaking lawsuit filed in Allegheny County's Court of Common Pleas,
a family accuses several healthcare providers including doctors from UPMC
and Washington Health System over alleged negligence resulting in
the death of their unborn child.
Widow Sues Healthcare Providers Over Husband's Untreated UTI Leading To Death
Deborah A. Olszewski has filed a lawsuit against Greenery Operating LLC and Quest Diagnostics Venture LLC following her husband's death from untreated urosepsis stemming from a mismanaged UTI diagnosis at their facilities.
Nursing Home Faces Wrongful Death Lawsuit Over Alleged Negligence
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against a nursing home and its management companies by Melissa Benedetto over alleged negligence leading to her mother's death after a fall at the facility earlier this year.
Couple Sues Major Medical Corporations Over Pelvic Mesh Complications
A Perryopolis couple has filed a lawsuit against major medical corporations including Ethicon Inc., Ethicon LLC, Johnson & Johnson along with healthcare providers alleging severe complications from a pelvic mesh implant. They seek compensatory and punitive damages for ongoing physical and emotional suffering due to alleged negligence in design and insufficient risk disclosure.
Hotel Guest Sues Home2 Suites Over Violent Assault Incident
Thomas J. Kravulski Jr., who was attacked while staying at Home2 Suites by Hilton Glen Mills Chadds Ford during his son's ice hockey tournament, has filed a lawsuit against multiple defendants including Roch Capital Inc., Newport Hospitality Group Inc., Roman F. Malec, Courtney Malec, and Zachary Cullen for negligence and failure to provide adequate security measures.
Defective Wood Grinder Sparks Legal Battle Between Insurer And Manufacturer
Westfield Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against Terex USA LLC and Groff Tractor Mid Atlantic LLC over a defective wood grinder that caused significant damages due to a fire at Mulch Works Recycling Inc.'s facility in Pennsylvania last year.
Tenant Sues Landlord Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Rebecca Gillard has filed a lawsuit against her landlord D'Shawn Thomas for alleged negligence leading to severe personal injuries due to defective stairs at her rented property in Pittsburgh. Represented by Chaffin Luhana LLP attorneys Eric Chaffin, Patrick Booth, and Mark Malone in Allegheny County's Court of Common Pleas; she seeks compensatory damages exceeding jurisdictional limits.