News from July 2015
Goldberg: Plaintiff 'lacked evidence' to support UTPCPL violation claim
A lawsuit levying claims in violation of Pennsylvania’s Unfair Trade Practices Act and Consumer Protection Law (UTPCPL) was thrown out of federal court on Tuesday, after a judge granted a motion for summary judgment to the defendants.
Federal judge dismisses fraud, breach of contract action against Growmark
A rail company’s case of fraud, negligent misrepresentation and breach of contract against an agricultural cooperative was dismissed by a federal judge on June 29
Bartender sues employer claiming sexual harassment, retaliation
A bartender is suing her former employer claiming a violation of civil rights. Nicole Culligan of Pittsburgh filed a lawsuit June 10 in the U.S.
Woman sues debt collector for calling her cell phone
A consumer filed a lawsuit against a debt collection company alleging breach of fair practice law in 2014. Tameka Parker of Upper Darby sued CBE Group of Cedar Falls, IA in the U.S.
Married couple claims negligence in accident at hotel
A Wallingford woman and her husband are suing a hotel, alleging she suffered serious injuries after falling near the pool. Catherine Gardner and Kurt Gardner filed a lawsuit June 15 in the U.S.
Former Saint Vincent vascular surgeon alleges breach of contract
A Pennsylvania man claims that his former employer violated his civil rights. Jay Kiessling has filed a lawsuit in the U.S.
Ex-employee alleges overtime pay violation
An employee is suing her former company, alleging federal and state employment law infringement.
August arbitration date set for motor vehicle accident case
According to court records, a motor vehicle accident case is set for an arbitration hearing in August, though the case’s plaintiff had received the desired settlement funds.
Pennsylvania Turnpike crash case set for hearing on venue
A lawsuit filed in connection with a severe accident on the Pennsylvania Turnpike last year was the subject of a recent hearing related to its venue.
Defendant claims he wasn't served, seeks to vacate $50K judgment
A defendant in a motor vehicle accident suit previously charged with satisfying a $50,000 judgment has petitioned to vacate that judgment, on the grounds he was not properly served.
Attorney: Negligence suit against Dunkin' Donuts should be heard in Bucks County
Counsel for a Dunkin’ Donuts store claim a negligence action filed against their client should be heard in Bucks County, rather than where the plaintiff filed it in Philadelphia.