News from 2015
Pennsylvania Court says state has no jurisdiction in truck driver’s workers’ comp case
In the case of the jurisdiction of a Pennsylvania Workers' Compensation claim, Watt v. WCAB (Boyd Brothers Transportation), the Commonwealth Court addressed the question of whether a Pennsylvania resident injured in a different state could have his claim processed in Pennsylvania.
Man sues Novo Nordisk following termination
PITTSBURGH – A man is suing his former employer alleging that he was terminated for opposition to sexually inappropriate conduct.
Deaf employee sues UPS over discrimination allegations
PHILADELPHIA – A deaf Philadelphia man is suing United Parcel Service alleging he was discriminated against on the job because the company would not provide translators.
GNC sued over allegations of illegal chemical substances in products
PITTSBURGH – A class-action lawsuit is being filed against a nutrition company after it was allegedly discovered that there are illegal substances in certain products.
Passengers sue Amtrak alleging serious injuries during train derailment
PHILADELPHIA – Two passengers are suing Amtrak after they were allegedly two of the hundreds injured in a high-speed accident.
School District of Philadelphia sued by former employee over discrimination claims
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia English teacher with medical conditions is suing his former school district alleging discrimination.
Andorra Woods sued by union over an alleged collective bargaining agreement violation
PHILADELPHIA – A union in Bensalem and its trustee is suing a Philadelphia nursing center, which employs its members, over a claim that the center has failed to contribute to an employee trust fund for more than year, violating a collective bargaining agreement.
Philly firm hires privacy officer to protect clients' info; Expert says it's a 'dual-edged sword'
In the wake of a recent FBI report that said 80 percent of large law firms have experienced a data breach, a Philadelphia firm is beefing up its internal security.
Couple sues State Farm Insurance alleging breach of contract
PHILADELPHIA – A Pennsylvania man is suing State Farm Insurance following an auto accident, alleging breach of contract after denial of coverage.
LaMi Products sued over unpaid overtime allegations
PHILADELPHIA – Former employees are suing a Huntingdon Valley retail company over claims of unpaid overtime hours.
Inn Dwelling Inc. sues radio station, others alleging corruption and fraud
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia-based nonprofit is suing a number of radio corporations, claiming that the organization was defrauded through fundraising scams of more than $300,000.
Commercial Door Systems sues former employees claiming they're stealing clients with identical products
PHILADELPHIA – An Ohio door-system company is suing former employees, claiming they're manufacturing practically identical products.
Woman sues Aramark alleging discrimination and retaliation due to disability
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia woman is suing her previous employer alleging discriminatory and retaliatory actions due to her disability.
Oil and gas association applauds Superior Court decision making acquiring subsurface rights more difficult
After the development the drilling of the Marcellus Shale in Pennsylvania, many legal battles have emerged across the state as surface owners claim subsurface rights to oil and gas.
Commonwealth Court approves higher customer utility surcharges to finance infrastructure repair
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania recently issued a decision reaffirming the ability of utility companies to charge a greater surcharge on customers’ monthly bills to cover infrastructure improvements.
After continuance, sanctions still sought against negligence co-defendants
Following a near month-long continuance, a pair of co-defendants in a pending negligence action may still face sanctions.
Tractor-trailer negligence case could go to Bucks or Delaware counties, or New Jersey
Attorneys for a New Jersey driver and Pennsylvania trucking company want to see a negligence suit filed against them sent to Bucks County, Delaware County or the Hudson County Superior Court in New Jersey.
Auto accident defendants looking for transfer to Delaware County
Counsel for defendants involved in a serious automobile accident in Delaware County are seeking the case to be transferred to that venue.
Truck driver sues companies alleging negligence after accident
PITTSBURGH – A Clarion couple is suing a manufacturing corporation and a grocer following an incident in which the plaintiff sustained serious injuries, claiming the companies' negligence was the cause.
Woman sues West Chester University alleging discrimination
PHILADELPHIA – A Thorndale woman filed a lawsuit against West Chester University alleging that she was discriminated against on the basis of race and sex.