U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania
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Healthcare Facility Accused of Racial Discrimination by Former Employee
Carolyn Jones has filed a lawsuit against Cypress Grove Behavioral Health and its co-owners alleging racial discrimination leading to her wrongful termination. Filed in September 2024 in Louisiana's Western District Court, the suit claims violations under Title VII and Section 1981 following systematic dismissals and demotions based on race at the facility where she worked as Director of Social Services. -
Pregnant Woman Alleges Negligence Against Louisiana Hospital Over Emergency Care Refusal
Courtney Withers has taken legal action against CHRISTUS Health Southwestern Louisiana after allegedly being denied emergency care while pregnant, leading to complications for her newborn child. Filed in October 2024 in the Western District of Louisiana court system, this case highlights potential violations of federal healthcare laws aimed at ensuring immediate treatment during emergencies. -
Pittsburgh-area company hit with $79K age discrimination verdict
PITTSBURGH - A Pennsylvania jury has ruled for a man who sued his former employer for age discrimination and whose case was bolstered by comments made by the company's president. -
Former Employee Sues Westmoreland County Over Disability Discrimination
Sean Lally has filed a lawsuit against Westmoreland County alleging discriminatory practices based on his disability during his brief employment as a caseworker earlier this year. The suit claims violations under both federal and state laws protecting disabled individuals from workplace discrimination. -
Lawyers make $433K for getting $250K for Kings Family Restaurant servers
PITTSBURGH - Lawyers will take nearly $200,000 more in fees than they scored for 400 Pittsburgh-area restaurant servers in a class action lawsuit. -
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Starbucks
A former Shift Supervisor at Starbucks has filed a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination and retaliation by her superiors at a Pittsburgh location. The plaintiff seeks compensatory damages for lost wages and emotional distress as well as punitive damages. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
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. -
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Employer
Dana Lombardo has filed a lawsuit against Green Apple Business Services Inc., claiming wrongful termination due to disability discrimination under ADA laws after requesting reasonable accommodations related to mental health conditions exacerbated by COVID-19 pandemic stressors. -
Former Employee Alleges Political Retaliation And Age Discrimination Against Fayette County
Stephen Cooper has filed a lawsuit against Fayette County and its district attorney Michael Aubele alleging wrongful termination based on political retaliation and age discrimination following a local election dispute. -
Visually Impaired Plaintiff Sues Puma North America Over Mobile App Accessibility
A visually impaired man has filed a lawsuit against Puma North America alleging that its mobile application violates ADA standards due to multiple accessibility barriers. The plaintiff seeks an injunction requiring modifications to make the app usable for individuals with visual disabilities. -
Plaintiff alleges local official violated property rights
A widow has filed a lawsuit against a local official and Liberty Township over alleged abuses of power that led to significant financial losses and emotional distress for her late husband. The complaint details how demands made by Robert Pebbles Jr., claiming to be a township inspector, resulted in coerced demolitions and violations of constitutional rights. -
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Residential Services Provider
A former program specialist has filed a lawsuit against Laurel House Inc., alleging severe discrimination and retaliation due to multiple disabilities including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), Barrett’s Esophagus (BE), and asthma. The plaintiff seeks judgment favoring all appropriate remedies under ADA & PHRA laws including attorney fees/costs asserting intentional/reckless disregard shown towards federally protected rights working free from discrimination/retaliation based upon disability status while employed at defendant organization -
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Home Improvement Company
A former employee has sued Ambassador Home Improvements Inc., alleging disability discrimination after being terminated due to a stutter linked to anxiety and PTSD. The lawsuit claims violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs. -
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Employer Under ADA
Victoria J.Chirico has filed a lawsuit against The Buncher Company alleging discrimination based on age and disability as well as retaliation for exercising her rights under FMLA.The complaint details various incidents leading up to her constructive discharge in June 2023. -
Former Employee Alleges Age Discrimination Against Insurance Company
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Nationsbenefits Insurance Sales LLC alleging age discrimination and hostile work environment after enduring months of verbal abuse from younger supervisors before being unjustly terminated. -
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Healthcare Staffing Company
Patricia Quarry has filed a lawsuit against Maxim Healthcare Services Inc., alleging discrimination based on her disabilities and wrongful termination after requesting reasonable accommodations for her medical conditions. The case highlights significant issues regarding workplace treatment of employees with disabilities under federal law. -
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Manufacturer And Union
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Styropek USA Inc.and United Steelworkers District10 Local14693alleging racial age,and disability discrimination.The plaintiff seeks damages after being wrongfully terminated following COVID-19 related vision loss despite medical clearance to return to work.