News from November 2018
Hair City customer sues, claiming trip over clothing rack
PITTSBURGH — A business invitee is suing Hair City Inc., citing alleged negligence.
Woman sues Cambria Library Association, claiming unlawful termination
PITTSBURGH — A business manager is suing Cambria Library Association, a former employer, citing alleged disability discrimination and wrongful termination.
Lawsuit against Pump It UP seeks damages for girl catching finger in bathroom door
MEDIA — A daughter and mother are suing Pump It UP, an entertainment facility, citing alleged negligence.
Hollidaysburg couple sue blasting company for alleged negligence
PITTSBURGH — A Hollidaysburg couple are suing Blast-All LLC, alleging negligence.
Flooring company sues former employer for alleged revelation of trade secrets
PHILADELPHIA — A rubber flooring company is suing Anna Kearns, a former employee, citing alleged breach of employment agreement.
A reputation is a terrible thing to waste
The American Law Institute is in danger of losing the influence its members have earned over the past century
HOURIGAN KLUGER & QUINN: Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn named to 2019 US News and world Reports Best Law Firms across Five Areas of Practice
Hourigan, Kluger & Quinn PC is pleased to announce that the Firm has been named to the 2019 US News and World Report and Best Lawyers “Best Law Firms”.
BURNS WHITE: Burns White Recognized Among 2019 “Best Law Firms” in U. S. News Survey
Burns White LLC earned recognition among the Best Law Firms in the country, receiving eight rankings in the 2019 U.S. News Media Group and Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” survey.
BERNSTEIN-BURKLEY PC: Bernstein-Burkley, P.C. Named a Tier 1 Law Firm by US News – Best Lawyers 2019 “Best Law Firms”
Bernstein-Burkley, P.C. was awarded the following rankings by the US News – Best Lawyers 2019 “Best Law Firms” list.
ECKERT SEAMANS: Eckert Seamans welcomes Brittany Stepp to Philadelphia office and Litigation Division
Eckert Seamans is pleased to welcome associate Brittany L. Stepp to its Philadelphia office and Litigation Division. A recent graduate of Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law, Stepp is focusing her practice on labor and employment matters.
ECKERT SEAMANS: Eckert Seamans welcomes associates Brian Haney, Randa Lewis, and Danielle Scalise to Pittsburgh office
Eckert Seamans is pleased to welcome associates Brian S. Haney, Randa M. Lewis, and Danielle M. Scalise to the firm’s Pittsburgh office.
Pennsylvania court upholds oil and gas development near agricultural area
In a decision made Oct. 26, the Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania upheld the trial court’s ruling that affirmed the Allegheny Township Zoning Hearing Board’s decision to allow oil and gas development near an agricultural area.
Blind man claims Bridgestone Golf's website is not suitable for visually impaired individuals
ERIE — A Westmoreland County resident has filed a class action lawsuit against Bridgestone Golf, citing alleged disability discrimination.
Court upholds ruling against Colebrookdale residents who received zoning violation
The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania has affirmed a trial court’s ruling against residents who were issued zoning violations at their property.
Superior Court reverses ruling in employment discrimination case against Mercer County Community Credit Union
The Superior Court of Pennsylvania has reversed the trial court’s decision to grant summary judgment in an employment discrimination case.
ECKERT SEAMANS: Best Law Firms 2019: U.S. News – Best Lawyers again ranks Eckert Seamans among the nation’s top law firms
The national law firm of Eckert Seamans has been recognized by U.S. News – Best Lawyers® “Best Law Firms” 2019 for 71 national and metropolitan practices.
Mail carrier sues apartment complex and resident for assault; Complex denies responsibility
PHILADELPHIA – A mail carrier allegedly assaulted at the Rittenhouse Claridge apartments two years ago has sued both the residential complex and her assailant, while the complex believes sole liability for the incident lies with the assailant.
Conflict ensues over venue in case of plaintiff who lost right leg in scrap metal plant machine
PHILADELPHIA – Parties on opposite sides of a case involving a plaintiff claiming to have lost his right leg in an accident at a Berks County scrap metal plant are arguing over the proper venue for the case.
Penthouse customer claims its staff beat him and broke his jaw in brutal assault
PHILADELPHIA – A gentleman’s club patron claims he was brutally assaulted by the club’s staff, who allegedly attacked him without provocation and left him bloody and beaten outside with a broken jaw.
MARZZACCO NIVEN & ASSOCIATES: Marzzacco Niven & Associates Ranked In 2019 "Best Law Firms"
U.S. News & World Report and Best Lawyers®, for the ninth consecutive year, announce the "Best Law Firms" rankings.