News from October 2016
David Dodge accused of selling lemons
PHILADELPHIA — Three consumers are suing FCA US LLC and David Dodge LLC, d/b/a David Dodge, alleging breach of duty and negligent misrepresentation.
Man says Life Insurance Company of North America improperly denied benefits
PHILADELPHIA — A man is suing Life Insurance Company of North America, alleging breach of contract regarding disability benefits.
Woman says credit reporting agency listed her as dead
PHILADELPHIA — A woman is suing TransUnion LLC, a credit reporting agency, citing alleged negligent misrepresentation.
Man claims Indiananapolis Colts' app could listen to conversations
PITTSBURGH — A man has filed a class action lawsuit against Lisnr Inc., Yinzcam Inc. and Indianapolis Colts Inc., alleging invasion of privacy.
Third Circuit dismisses couple's foreclosure appeal based on res judicata and Rooker-Feldman Doctrine
PHILADELPHIA – This past Monday, a federal appellate court dismissed the appeal proceedings brought forward by a Pottstown couple who made various claims against Wells Fargo Bank concerning a mortgage foreclosure action began by the bank five years ago.
QVC says pillow maker owes refunds
PHILADELPHIA — A Pennsylvania corporation is suing New York-based Soft-Tex International Inc., d/b/a Soft-Tex Manufacturing Co., citing alleged breach of contract.
WiPro Limited accused of violating wage law
PHILADELPHIA — A former employee is suing WiPro Limited c/o CT Corporation System, alleging violation of the Fair Labor Standards Act.
Discovery proceedings given green light in class action lawsuit versus credit union
PHILADELPHIA – Per a federal judge, discovery proceedings will begin in a putative class action litigation between a credit union and any customers who may have been affected by an arbitration clause in the institution’s Service Agreement.
Former employee claims restaurant violated overtime-pay law
PHILADELPHIA — A former dishwasher is suing restaurant operator Calm-2 Inc. d/b/a Trattoria San Nicola, alleging violation of wage laws.
Federal court considering settlement proceedings and enforcement between UPS and legal, insurance officials
PHILADELPHIA – The enforcement of a settlement between United Parcel Service (UPS) and a number of legal and insurance industry defendants, tied to an underlying malpractice action, is now under consideration in a Philadelphia federal court.
Labor funds say Suburban Tile and Stone owes for contributions
HARRISBURG – Labor funds are suing Suburban Tile and Stone LLC, alleging breach of contract.
3M Company, others accused of water contamination
PHILADELPHIA — Several plaintiffs are suing corporations over allegations of contaminated drinking water.
Superior Court of Pennsylvania stays appeal on ejectment case, pending resolution in federal court
HARRISBURG – The Superior Court of Pennsylvania has stayed an ejectment action brought by First Cornerstone Bank and the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), citing final disposition in, or remand from, federal court.
Third Circuit Court dismisses search and seizure, other allegations versus Philadelphia police
PHILADELPHIA – An appellate court has dismissed charges of unconstitutional search and seizure, violation of equal protection and due process and a fabrication of warrant against the City of Philadelphia and the Philadelphia Police Department.
Marabell Truck employee caused collision, couple claim
HARRISBURG — A couple's lawsuit aginst Marabell Truck Corp. and its employee Yadiel Vega-Alvarez alleges negligence and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Federal government claims Aircraft Management Services owes money
HARRISBURG — The federal government is suing Aircraft Management Services Inc., a corporation, citing alleged unpaid debt.
Government claims Philadelphia man owes debt
PHILADELPHIA — The federal government is suing Bernard M. Palmer, a Philadelphia resident, alleging unpaid debt.
7-Eleven Inc. accused of allowing hazardous condition at store
PHILADELPHIA — An individual is suing 7-Eleven Inc., a convenience store, citing alleged negligence, liability and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Vizio accused of misrepresenting energy efficiency of televisions
PITTSBURGH — A consumer has filed a class-action lawsuit against Vizio Inc., a television manufacturer, citing alleged fraud and negligent misrepresentation.
Aionx Antimicrobial Technologies claims it is owed royalties
HARRISBURG — A Pennsylvania corporation has filed a lawsuit alleging breach of contract.