News from January 2017
Trial court decision on attorneys fees vacated, contract case remanded
PHILADELPHIA – A panel of appellate judges has ruled to vacate a trial court’s decision with respect to the determination of appropriate attorney’s fees in a contract action, and remand the litigation to its trial court for a “reasonable” fee examination.
North Carolina-based Bandit Golf alleged to have stiffed equipment supplier
PITTSBURGH — A man is suing North Carolina residents Robert A. Johns and Cherri S. Johns t/d/b/a Bandit Golf, citing alleged breach of contract and unjust enrichment.
Equipment Corporation of America claims invoices weren't paid
PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania business is suing Leeward Construction, Inc. and Fidelity & Deposit Company of Maryland, a corporation based in New Jersey, citing alleged breach of contract.
Gus's Cafe accused of not filing tax returns
PITTSBURGH — Pittsburgh-based Gus's Cafe LLC, t/d/b/a Gus's Cafe, is being sued by Allegheny County over an alleged failure to pay file and remit taxes.
Fandings LLC accused of not paying for work on Sports Debate Application
PITTSBURGH — A Pittsburgh corporation is suing Fandings LLC,, also based in Pittsburgh, citing alleged breach of contract.
Monroeville sues company over taxes
PITTSBURGH — A borough in Allegheny County is suing Richard Depaulis and Cyndi Depaulis, t/d/b/a General Talent Associates, alleging failure to pay taxes and license fees for the years 2002 through 2010.
Woman blames landlord for wrist fracture
PITTSBURGH — A woman is suing landlord William A. Hammonds, alleging negligence, liability and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Labor union, Ameridrives International accused of violating man's rights
PITTSBURGH — A union member and former maintenance electrician has filed suit alleging violation of labor-management relations laws and the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Jendoco Construction blamed for woman's fall
PITTSBURGH — A married couple's lawsuit against Jendoco Construction Corp., a Pennsylvania corporation, alleges negligence, liability and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Former Mudtech Services worker files class action against company
PITTSBURGH — A former employee has filed a class action lawsuit against Mudtech Services L.P., alleging violation of Pennsylvania and Ohio wage laws.
Chartiers Community Health accused of retaliation over FMLA leave
PITTSBURGH — An employee is suing Chartiers Community Health, alleging retaliation and violation of the Family and Medical Leave Act.
Delaware Co. correctional facility accused of not tending to broken foot
PHILADELPHIA — A man is suing Community Education Centers, a New Jersey corporation that operates the private George W. Hill Correctional Facility in Delaware County, alleging negligence.
Former corrections dept. director accuses department, officials of discrimination
HARRISBURG — A former employee is suing the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Corrections and state officials John E. Wetzel, Shirley Moore Smeal, Christopher Oppman, William Sprenkle, Kathryn McVey, Marc Goldberg, Ty Stanton and Timothy Musser, alleging discrimination, hostile work environment and retaliation.
Woman sues Lowe's after alleged fall at Carnegie store
PITTSBURGH — A married couple's lawsuit against Lowes Home Centers Inc. alleges negligence, liability and insufficient measures taken to prevent injuries.
Negligence action against nursing care facility remanded to Lancaster court
HARRISBURG – The Lancaster County Court of Common Pleas will once again hear proceedings in a negligence and wrongful death action against a Lancaster nursing care facility, after judiciary panels in both the Superior Court and Supreme Court of Pennsylvania entered rulings on the case.