News from April 2016
Man files class-action suit over pay allegations
HARRISBURG — A former employee of a service provider for gas drillers is suing the company over allegations of unpaid overtime compensation.
Woman sues rehabilitation hospital over alleged neck wrenching
PHILADELPHIA — A patient is suing a rehabilitation hospital over claims that she was injured as a result of her physician’s negligence.
Pharmaceutical provider claims hospice center failed to pay
PHILADELPHIA — A pharmaceutical provider is suing a hospice center and other affiliates for alleged failure to pay for products and services.
Woman sues cheese maker over alleged misrepresentation of ingredients
HARRISBURG — A woman has filed a class-action suit against a food manufacturer over allegations that it falsely represented its cheese products of being “100 percent” cheese with “no fillers.”
Prep cook sues former employer for unpaid overtime claims
PHILADELPHIA — A former prep cook has filed a class-action suit against a restaurant for allegations of unpaid overtime compensation.
Federal judge says lack of evidence leads to dismissal of False Claims Act litigation
Due to a presumed lack of evidence, a federal court has dismissed a False Claims Act (FCA) lawsuit brought by a trio of relators on behalf of the U.S. government, in a qui tam action against a dental products company.
Third Circuit Court rules counsel appointment denials correct in excessive force case
The federal appeals court has determined the U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania did not err or abuse its discretion when it denied six requests for appointment of counsel for a man who alleged excessive force against his arresting officers.
Lack of federal jurisdiction sends insurance indemnification lawsuit back to state court
A federal judge ruled this week that Erie Insurance Exchange's lawsuit against Greenwich Insurance Company should remain in state court.
Elder care facility wins dismissal of ADA and PHRA discrimination claims
A Newtown Square continuing care facility has won its motion for a partial dismissal of a plaintiff’s discrimination claims under both the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Pennsylvania Human Relations Act (PHRA).
FMLA claims precluded by Workers' Comp agreement, federal court rules
A federal judge ruled Thursday that a plaintiff who suffered an eye injury while working at a farmers market has had his Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) claims precluded by a Workers’ Compensation release agreement.
Federal judge dismisses presumed whistle-blower complaint for perceived lack of basis
A plaintiff who felt she was retaliated against and unjustly terminated for blowing the whistle on a manager’s improper recording of a colleague’s time card has had her case dismissed in federal court.
Third Circuit upholds reconsideration motion denial in religion-based due process case
A Bellefonte man who claims his religious texts were destroyed by officers who arrested him has had his appeal to revisit a motion for reconsideration in the lawsuit he filed in response to the incident denied.
Growler manufacturer sues company for alleged trademark infringement
PHILADELPHIA — A growler manufacturer is suing over an alleged infringement of its trademarked growler design.
Woman says former employer owes her for wages
HARRISBURG — A former employee of Mission Mobility LLC is suing the company for allegations of unpaid wages and breach of contract.
Firearms distributor claims rifles are faulty
HARRISBURG — A Pennsylvania firearms distributor is suing a Georgia company for allegedly selling them inoperable and unsellable rifles.
Photographer sues Newsweek for alleged copyright infringement
PHILADELPHIA — A professional photographer is suing Newsweek for allegations of copyright infringement.
Woman sues movie theater chain for allegedly violating her FMLA rights
HARRISBURG — A former manger of Digital Cinema Destinations is suing the company for alleged violations of her FMLA rights and constructive termination.
Autistic man files discrimination suit against former employer
PHILADELPHIA — An autistic man is suing his former employer over allegations of intentionally discriminatory behavior.
Mechanic sues former employer over alleged wrongful termination
PHILADELPHIA — A former mechanic for Bavarian Specialties Inc. is suing the BMW repair shop over unpaid wage claims.
Man sues former employer over religious discrimination claims
PHILADELPHIA — A man is suing his former employer over allegations that he was terminated for his religious beliefs.