News from August 2016
Insurer seeks $3 million in alleged failure to meet obligations under indemnity agreement
PHILADELPHIA — A New Jersey insurance company is suing John O'Brien and Alan Katz, citing alleged breach of contract.
Woman blames pharmaceutical companies for peripheral neuropathy
PHILADELPHIA — A woman is suing Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals and Merck & Co. Inc., citing alleged breach of implied warranty, fraud, negligence, negligent misrepresentation and product liability.
Couple file Levaquin lawsuit in Philly federal court
PHILADELPHIA — Two people are suing Johnson & Johnson and Janssen Pharmaceuticals, citing alleged breach of implied warranty, failure to warn, fraud, negligent misrepresentation and product liability.
Business owner accused of defamatory statement
PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania company and individuals are suing Donald D. Sbarra, a business owner, citing alleged defamation.
Baltimore painting company sues Delaware River Port Authority over Commodore Barry Bridge bid contract
CAMDEN, N.J. – A Baltimore company has initiated legal action in a New Jersey federal court, claiming they were passed over by the Delaware River Port Authority of Pennsylvania and New Jersey (DRPA) as the lowest bidder for a $17 million contract to paint the Commodore Barry Bridge.
Cleaning company blamed for damages at Red Bull Arena
PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania corporation is suing Capital Contractors Inc., a New York corporation, citing alleged breach of contract.
Ruling adds uncertainty for contractors working for governments
HARRISBURG — It will be more difficult for contractors in Pennsylvania to collect payments and legal fees from local and state government agencies withholding payment in bad faith after a recent Pennsylvania Supreme Court decision.
Two file Avelox lawsuit against Bayer, Merck
PENNSYLVANIA — Two consumers are suing Bayer Healthcare Pharmaceuticals Inc.; Bayer Corporation; Bayer AG; Bayer Pharma AG; and Merck & Co. Inc., pharmaceutical companies, citing alleged breach of implied warranty, fraud, negligent misrepresentation and product liability.
Government seeks loan repayment from man
PITTSBURGH — The federal government is suing William H. Domhoff, alleging unpaid debt.
Cell phone distraction alleged as cause of collision
PHILADELPHIA — A couple's lawsuit against motorist Kevin P. Barron alleges negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Company accused of failing to pay for brachytherapy business
PHILADELPHIA — A Pennsylvania corporation is suing Eckert & Ziegler Bebig Inc., a New York corporation, citing alleged breach of contract due to failure to pay for a business.
Woman says Washington Hospital owes her for unused sick time
PITTSBURGH — A former employee is suing Washington Health System a/k/a Washington Hospital, alleging violation of wage laws.
Federal judge paves way for treble damages in 'robo-calling' lawsuit
HARRISBURG – Lawsuits alleging "robo-calling" on the part of telemarketers, as well as debt collectors, have been on the rise in recent years, in parallel with the growing use of automated telephone dialing and voice calling systems.
Years after passage, Fair Share Act still a question mark in asbestos cases
PHILADELPHIA – Appellate court guidance on how to use 2011's Fair Share Act in asbestos trials has not yet occurred, leaving state trial court judges to decide on their own.
Bucks County court is proper venue for snow-based fall case, attorney says
PHILADELPHIA – Defense counsel in a slip-and-fall lawsuit originating in Southampton has objected to the case being heard in Philadelphia County, saying the case has no connection to that jurisdiction.
City sidewalk fall litigation no longer subject to settlement compulsion motion
PHILADELPHIA – A personal injury litigation in Philadelphia is no longer facing a motion to compel resolution through the delivery of a settlement payment.
McDonald's slip-and-fall injury case settled in Philadelphia County court
PHILADELPHIA – According to records in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, a premises liability litigation connected to an injurious fall at a McDonald’s restaurant in Ardmore has been settled.
Man alleges he was injured in collision near Waterworks Mall
PITTSBURGH – A passenger in a vehicle involved in an accident has filed a suit over his alleged injuries.
Federal government seeks repayment of student loan
PITTSBURGH – A Sharon resident is alleged to owe on a student loan.
Newly serviced vehicle allegedly was source of fire
PHILADELPHIA — An insurance firm and its insured parties are suing Toyota Motor Sales U.S.A. Inc., d/b/a Lexus, and Wilkie Lexus, citing alleged liability and negligence.