News from May 2015
Prisoner pursues wrongful death charge against lawyers, claiming conspiracy
An incarcerated Pennsylvania resident brought allegations against a McLean, Virginia-based legal firm alleging misconduct by his attorney(s) at law in 2012. Tim E.
Woman rear-ended in car sues for damages
A New Jersey resident brought allegations against three individuals alleging several traffic law violations in a 2013 incident. Audrey Goss of Wenonah, New Jersey sued Dean Tursi, Anthony Tursi, and Carlo Tursi, all of Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania, in the U.S.
Woman claims injuries due to faulty elevator
A New Jersey couple brought a complaint against a restaurant alleging negligence in 2014. Carol Ann Zaleski and David Zaleski of Monroe Township sued Melt Restaurant Group LLC of Bethlehem in the U.S.
Railway employee litigates in alleged trailer step failure
A railroad worker brought allegations against his employer, citing liability in 2014.
Car crash plaintiff with small settlement motions to dispense funds
PHILADELPHIA – The counsel representing a plaintiff awarded a settlement of over $3,000 as a result of a 2010 motor vehicle accident has motioned for their client to sign a Schedule of Release, dictating those funds be dispensed to a number of entities to whom those funds are owed.
Apartment complex fighting $50K arbitration award in trip-and-fall case
PHILADELPHIA – An apartment complex found through arbitration to owe a $50,000 judgment to a former tenant who alleges he fell on its property has petitioned to vacate that ruling in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas.
Philly firm unsuccessful in keeping NTSB from posting plane crash findings, loses wrongful death suit
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia law firm seeking injunctive relief and a temporary restraining order against the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has had its requests denied by a Philadelphia federal judge.
Real estate firms cite housing owner with breach of contract
A California corporation and a Mississippi partnership brought a lawsuit against a Jefferson Parish company on alleged breach of duty in a 2014 matter.
Food court customer cites incorrect change, alleging racism
A local resident brought allegations against a mall food court café alleging racial discrimination in 2013.
Judge transfers defamation suits filed by fired Yellowbook employees over CEO's email
PHILADELPHIA – Separate defamation lawsuits filed by the former ex-president and head of operations for a struggling publishing company over an email issued to thousands of employees by the CEO which they say falsely accused them of disloyalty have been transferred.
Former Temple athlete files for judgment in lawsuit over alleged bullying
PHILADELPHIA – Last month, a woman who alleged she suffered harassment, gender-based discrimination and sexual harassment at the hands of Temple University athletic officials filed a motion for summary judgment on all claims in her lawsuit.
Disabled nurse sues employer, citing discriminatory treatment
A Cumberland County resident brought allegations against her employer, alleging employment law violations in 2013. Kathy L.
County employee alleges unlawful harassment and discrimination
A Kittanning professional brought a lawsuit against a municipality and its officers, alleging civil rights violation in 2012-13. Marci Creel sued Armstrong County; David K.
Medical supplier sues purchaser for unpaid invoice
A New York firm brought allegations against a Pennsylvania company alleging breach of contract in 2014. Danbury Pharma LLC of Freeport, New York sued Exclusive Supplements Inc. d/b/a Biorhythum of Coraopolis in the U.S.
Transport firm seeks to mandate contractor’s insurance coverage
An industrial business brought allegations against two transportation firms alleging breach of contract in a 2012 agreement. Maxim Crane Works LP of Bridgeville sued Smith Transportation Services Inc. a/k/a Smith-Cargo Transportation LLC of Sunrise, Florida; Sentry Select Insurance Co. of Stevens Point, Wisconsin; and AGCS Marine Insurance Co. of Chicago in the U.S.
Copyright infringement suit against Led Zeppelin over 'Stairway to Heaven' transferred
PHILADELPHIA – Much like the protagonist in one of their best known songs, a copyright infringement lawsuit filed against iconic British rock band Led Zeppelin is “Going to California,” per an order handed down by a Pennsylvania federal judge.
Judge denies lead plaintiff's attempt to avoid deposition in class action against CVS
PHILADELPHIA – On May 7, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania denied a motion that would’ve kept the chief representative in a class action lawsuit from being questioned by the defendant.
Philadelphia dismissed from lawsuit over death of 12-year-old who didn't receive asthma meds at school
PHILADELPHIA – A federal judge recently dismissed the City of Philadelphia as a defendant in an ongoing wrongful death lawsuit over whether the presence of a nurse to administer inhaler medication would have prevented the September 2013 death of a sixth-grade student.
Media firm claims illegal property encroachment
A California-based media firm brought a lawsuit against an unknown Pennsylvania resident on allegations of intellectual property right infringement in an undated incident. Malibu Media d/b/a X-Art.com of Los Angeles sued an unknown subscriber assigned Internet Protocol address 108.16.42.159 for alleged unlawful sharing of intellectual property in the U.S.
Business cites supplier with fraud, material breach in failed delivery
An Arizona organization sued a Montgomery County business and its officers, alleging breach of contract in 2014. Fresh Select Inc. of Phoenix, Arizona sued Packaging Enterprises Inc. (PEI) of Warminster; and Terrence H.