News from July 2016
Third Circuit sends Philadelphia firefighter's libel case back for reconsideration
PHILADELPHIA – A defamation case against the New York Daily News filed by a Philadelphia firefighter whose photograph was included with a story about an alleged sex scandal involving the city's firefighters should not have been dismissed, according to a panel of judges from the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
Driver claims other motorist was negligent in crash
HARRISBURG — A motorist is suing Dr. Maliyakkal J. John, alleging negligence in a traffic collision.
Motorist claims insurer breached contract
PHILADELPHIA — A motorist is suing Allstate Insurance Company, citing alleged breach of contract.
Labor secretary alleges failure to pay overtime
HARRISBURG — The U.S. Labor Department secretary is suing Bristol Excavating Inc. and company owner Calvin Bristol, alleging failure to pay proper overtime.
Couple's suit alleges negligence in ceiling collapse
PHILADELPHIA — A couple's lawsuit against property owner Chul Seung Moon alleges negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Man claims credit reporting was inaccurate
PHILADELPHIA — An Arkansas man is suing TransUnion LLC and Equifax Information Services LLC, alleging violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Woman says insurance company wrongly denied benefits
PITTSBURGH — A woman is suing The Prudential Insurance Company of America, alleging she was improperly denied long-term disability benefits.
Man claims he wasn't paid proper overtime
PHILADELPHIA — A former employee is suing Lane's Valley Forge Aviation Inc. and company owners Sandra Jubb and Lane Richard Jubb Jr., alleging failure to pay proper overtime.
Two claim negligence by driver led to injuries
PHILADELPHIA — Two people are suing motorist Thomas Correa and vehicle owner Howard Schmidt, alleging negligence in a traffic collision.
Labor funds say employers breached contract
PHILADELPHIA — Several labor funds are suing United Elevator Co. LLC and owners Jason Fraley and Nicholas Irving, alleging breach of contract.
Couple's lawsuit blames company for fall in store
PENNSYLVANIA — A married couple's lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores Inc., t/d/b/a Wal-Mart Super Center, alleges failure to warn, negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Woman claims icy sidewalk led to fall
PITTSBURGH — A woman is suing the federal government and Barlynn Corporation, claiming negligence and failure to warn regarding a slippery sidewalk.
Pennsylvania company claims trademark infringement
HARRISBURG — A Pennsylvania corporation is suing Blastcrete Equipment Company Inc., d/b/a Neal Manufacturing, a division of Blastcrete Equipment Company, an Alabama corporation, citing alleged trademark infringement and unfair competition.
Woman claims she should be paid disability benefits
PITTSBURGH — A woman is suing Aetna Life Insurance Company, an insurance firm, alleging violation of the Employee Retirement Income Security Act.
Motor vehicle accident case transferred to Chester County Court of Common Pleas
PHILADELPHIA – Per an order from a Philadelphia judge, a motor vehicle accident case filed in Philadelphia has been transferred to the Chester County Court of Common Pleas.
Third Circuit: Former library guard's Title VII discrimination and retaliation claims not valid
PHILADELPHIA – A panel of judges on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit upheld a trial court ruling on Tuesday, which said a former library guard did not properly allege claims of discrimination, retaliation, harassment and unequal employment conditions under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
Huntingdon Valley parking lot fall case adds Doylestown landscaping company as defendant
PHILADELPHIA – Defense counsel has added a Doylestown landscaping company to a slip-and-fall lawsuit emanating from Huntingdon Valley, who has approximately three weeks to respond to that legal action.
Slip-and-fall case against hotel staying in Philadelphia, with switch made in defense counsel
PHILADELPHIA – A premises liability lawsuit against a Haverford hotel is not only remaining in the Philadelphia County Court of Common Pleas, but a switch has been made in counsel for the defendant parties in the action.
EEOC fights sexual orientation discrimination using Civil Rights Act
PITTSBURGH – The Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) has filed a lawsuit that challenges the federal law prohibiting sex discrimination to also include discrimination based on sexual orientation.
Woman alleges negligence in collision
PHILADELPHIA — A woman is suing fellow motorist Brandon Camp, alleging negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.