News from 2015
Woman files suit over alleged accident on carnival ride
A church fair patron and her husband are suing an amusement ride provider and many of its employees, alleging she suffered injuries when a ride wasn't brought to a proper stop.
Federal judge dismisses false arrest, malicious prosecution claims
Last Wednesday, a federal judge granted a summary judgment motion brought against a Cheltenham woman and former Philadelphia police officer by her resident township and three of its police officers.
Postal Service settles slip-and-fall case for $28K
The U.S. government paid the sum to resolve a personal injury lawsuit filed after a man alleged he was knocked unconscious by a fall outside a post office.
Teacher alleges she was terminated due to race
A Montgomery County woman is suing an education business, alleging racism was the reason she was terminated from her job.
Woman files TCPA lawsuit against Albert Einstein Healthcare Network
A Philadelphia resident is suing a nonprofit health care organization, alleging she has been receiving unwanted phone calls.
Man alleges he was fired due to his disabilities
A worker has brought allegations against a Scottsdale-based contractor for allegedly unlawful employment practices in 2013.
Former security guard files retaliation lawsuit
A Vanderbilt resident is suing his former employer for allegedly violating his civil rights when terminating him and then refusing to rehire him. Douglas Lockhart filed a lawsuit June 22 in the U.S.
Plaintiff in Major Tours lawsuit wins right for deposition
Per an order from a state court judge, the plaintiff in a lawsuit against a Philadelphia-based touring company has won the right to depose the company on a number of subject areas pertinent to her litigation.
Lawyer says client not responding to calls, settlement offer
Counsel for a plaintiff involved in a severe pedestrian-car motor vehicle accident has petitioned the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas to be released from that professional responsibility.
Harrah's Casino lawsuit may be heard in Delaware County Court of Common Pleas
A negligence lawsuit against Harrah's Casino may be headed to Delaware County, if a defense motion charging a selection of improper venue is successful.
Employee alleges racial discrimination at St. Mary Medical Center
A New Jersey woman is suing the medical center she worked at, alleging discrimination based on her race.
Defense seeking crash suit transfer to Luzerne County
If a defense counsel motion is approved, it would see a tractor-trailer crash suit moved from the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas to its counterpart in Luzerne County.
Bakery sues manufacturing company for allegedly faulty design
A Reading bakery company is suing a manufacturing company, alleging an improperly designed conveyor system and refusal to provide a refund for the product.
Passenger claims he was injured in Amtrak train derailment
A passenger and his wife are suing a railroad company, alleging he suffered injuries after a train derailed in May
Man claims debt collection company violated FDCPA
A Butler resident has brought allegations against a St. Louis-based debt collection company for unlawful debt collection practices. Chris Davison has filed a lawsuit June 26 in the U.S.
Long-term employee files suit claiming FMLA violations
A New York State resident has filed a lawsuit against a Pennsylvania-based company and its Michigan-based parent corporation on allegations of employment law violation in 2014.
Ex-Starbucks manager sues company, claiming ADEA violation
A former employee filed a lawsuit against a renowned Seattle-based coffee company claiming age discrimination in his 2013 dismissal.
Health care company seeks payment for services
A Pennsylvania company is suing an Ohio residential health care facility, alleging failure to pay for requested services.
Medical exam table maker seeks patent protection
A medical furniture maker is asking a court to stop another manufacturer from claiming patent ownership of one of the plaintiff's power tables.
Defense counsel seeking car wreck case's transfer to Bucks County
A motor vehicle accident lawsuit may be heading to Bucks County, if the defense counsel associated with the case wins their argument to have the action transferred.