News from November 2015
Family of man who died after falling on sidewalk withdraw request for wrongful death benefits
An attorney for the surviving family members of a man killed in a sidewalk fall has filed to withdraw a petition for distribution of wrongful death and survival benefits in the mid-six figures.
Philadelphia store fighting $20K default judgment
An attorney for a Philadelphia discount store has petitioned to open and strike a judgment found against his client, due to alleged improper service of the complaint and other legal correspondence.
Hershey and Mount Nittany Medical Centers accused of negligence
HARRISBURG — A woman suffering from chronic Krohn's Disease and diabetes alleges that two hospitals in the commonwealth and their staff violated the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Emergency Medical Treatment and Active Labor Act.
Chester County man claims negligence in ski resort incident
SCRANTON — A Chester County man is suing a motorist alleging negligence and carelessness for injuries suffered when his legs were pinned between two vehicles in the parking lot of a ski resort.
Salvation Army allegedly violated Family Medical Leave Act
PHILADELPHIA -- A former administration assistant is suing Salvation Army in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania over allegations she was fired for taking medical leave that should have been protected under the Family Medical Leave Act.
Philadelphia DHS accused of not properly screening foster parents
PHILADELPHIA -- Two sisters who allegedly were sexually molested by their foster father filed suit against the agencies and individuals who placed them into the foster home, and later recommended the girls be adopted by the foster parents.
Sovereign Commercial allegedly violated Americans with Disability Act
SCRANTON, Pa. -- A former manager at a Lackawanna County firm that provides facilities management advice and services alleges he was fired after being diagnosed with epilepsy.
Boston Scientific Corporation accused of age discrimination
PITTSBURGH -- A Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania salesman recently sued a medical device manufacturer alleging he was terminated from the company because of his age.
Supreme Court assesses devaluation to contaminated Harley Davidson property
Property that has experienced environmental contamination – or “stigma” – can suffer devaluation, according to the state Supreme Court.
Golds Gym in York County allegedly discriminated against male employees
PHILADELPHIA -- A former membership sales representative for a Golds Gym in York County, Pennsylvania is suing the establishment, claiming the gym's management would not consider him or any other men for the sales director position.
Philadelphia woman breaks foot, accuses Sky Zone of negligence
PHILADELPHIA -- A Philadelphia, Pennsylvania woman recently sued a New Jersey trampoline park after she broke her foot allegedly because the business failed to properly cover and maintain its trampoline joints.
Silk City diner facing allegations of copyright infringement over music
PHILADELPHIA -- The owners of a Philadelphia, Pennsylvania diner and bar were recently sued for alleged copyright infringement related to the public playing of certain songs.
Student wants South Allegheny School District to pay for private education
PITTSBURGH -- A special education student sued the South Allegheny School District alleging the district was responsible for paying for his private school education.
Monridge Construction allegedly laid workers off because of race
PHILADELPHIA -- Two brothers alleged in a recent lawsuit that they were subjected to a hostile work environment and laid off from a Lenni, Pennsylvania construction firm because they are black.
Alfa & Omega Winery hit with copyright suit
PHILADELPHIA -- A Napa Valley, California winery has filed a lawsuit seeking to stop a Doylestown, Pennsylvania winery from operating under a similar name.
PA Chamber focuses on “safe and responsible” energy in wake of fracking decision
GRANT TOWNSHIP, Pa. – After a district court judge issued an opinion effectively supporting hydraulic fracking within Grant Township, the Pennsylvania Chamber of Business and Industry celebrated the role that the energy market has played in the state’s development.