News from January 2017
Philly man says portable restroom company wrongfully terminated him for filing for Workers' Comp benefits
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia man recently began legal action against a portable restroom trailer rental company, claiming it violated public policy in wrongfully terminating him last year, after he filed claims for Workers' Compensation benefits.
Former Conrail and CSX mechanic and machinist sues for alleged FELA violations
PHILADELPHIA – A former mechanic and machinist for a pair of train transportation companies has initiated legal action against them, claiming they violated the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) by not providing him with a safe work environment over the course of his 39-year career.
Kunkletown couple says airport and city entities responsible for injury on tarmac
PHILADELPHIA – A Kunkletown couple have sued American Airlines, the City of Philadelphia and Philadelphia International Airport, alleging all three entities failed to protect one of the plaintiffs from injury on an airport tarmac.
Woman says casino and beer manufacturer are at fault for her being cut by top of glass bottle
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia woman is suing a both local casino and Anheuser Busch for negligence, claiming they collectively failed to protect her from being cut and wounded by the “sharp, broken and jagged” top to a beer bottle she was served at the casino.
Conductor of Amtrak train that derailed in Philly in 2015 claims an unsafe work environment
PHILADELPHIA – The conductor of an Amtrak train that derailed in Philadelphia in May 2015, resulting in the deaths of eight people and injuries to more than 200, has sued the transportation company, claiming it violated the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) by not providing him a safe workplace.
Florida company cites unpaid loan in complaint against Covode-Forward Properties
PITTSBURGH — A Miami Beach, Florida-based company is suing Covode-Forward Properties, LLC, Edward E. Krifcher and Paul M. Morris, citing alleged breach of contract.
Allegheny County man claims marketing company violated phone laws
PITTSBURGH — An Allegheny County man is suing Healthcare National Marketing, Inc., citing alleged violation of telephone harassment statutes.
Monaca woman claims slip-and-fall injuries outside of McKees Rocks 7-Eleven
PITTSBURGH — A Monaca husband and wife are suing a convenience store, citing alleged insufficient measures were taken to prevent injuries at the establishment.
Corry Metal Furniture seeks payment from Michigan company
ERIE — A Corry furniture company is suing a Michigan firm citing alleged breach of contract.
West Mifflin man blames E2 Energy for on-the-job injuries
The man is suing the Texas-based energy company, alleging that insufficient measures were taken to prevent his injuries.
Woodlyn woman contends doctor's alleged negligence caused her to lose pregnancy
The woman alleges a local physician committed medical professional negligence in prescribing her an antibiotic medication that led her to become seriously ill and resulted in the termination of her pregnancy.
Plaintiff claims leg injury caused by negligence of Harrah's Philadelphia Casino
An Aston couple have sued Harrah’s Philadelphia Casino and its operating companies, alleging their negligence directly contributed to one of the plaintiffs falling and sustaining a severe leg injury.
Woman claims negligence led to untimely death of her husband in drug treatment facility
A Reading woman has initiated legal action against a drug treatment facility and several medical personnel, claiming their negligence led to the untimely death of her husband.
Florida woman files lawsuit related to alleged negligence-related automobile accident in Lancaster
A Florida woman has filed a negligence-related lawsuit against two motor vehicle operators and a singular company, one of the operators whose car she was a passenger in at the time of a collision that occurred last summer.
Cardiothoracic surgeon claims W.Va. medical center harmed his professional reputation
A Moon Township surgeon has filed a lawsuit against the hospital that employed him for 18 years, claiming it defamed his professional reputation.
Agency might issue penalty to EQT before Supreme Court can hear case
HARRISBURG – A planned state Department of Environmental Protection appeal of a Commonwealth Court ruling related to the continuation of unpermitted discharge penalties under the Clean Streams Law could be potentially rendered moot after the Environmental Hearing Board sets a penalty amount early this year.
Former Best Buy employee claims disability discrimination
HARRISBURG – A former employee is suing Best Buy Inc., district manager John Arias and human resources manager Cindy Kemmerly, employer, alleging disability discrimination in violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act and retaliation.
Man says Edge Information Management supplied false background report
PHILADELPHIA — A Pennsylvania man has filed a class action lawsuit against Florida-based Edge Information Management Inc., alleging violation of the Fair Credit Reporting Act.
Unum Life Insurance Company of America accused of wrongly denying benefits
SCRANTON — A man is suing Unum Life Insurance Company of America, alleging breach of contract.
Allstate Insurance accused of improperly failing to negotiate settlement
PHILADELPHIA — A married couple's lawsuit against Allstate Insurance Co. alleges breach of contract.