News from 2018
Philadelphia organic restaurant says scaffolding on neighboring property damaged roof
PHILADELPHIA – A case management conference has been slated in a lawsuit that alleges a construction company’s negligence caused damage to be sustained to the roof of the adjacent building, an all-organic restaurant.
Mobility-impaired person claims Aloft Philadelphia Downtown Hotel violated ADA
PHILADELPHIA — A mobility-impaired person has filed a class action lawsuit against Urban Philadelphia Liberty Building LLC, a public accommodation operator, citing alleged failure to adhere to Americans with Disabilities Act regulations.
Applicants file Fair Credit Reporting Act class action against PNC Financial Services
PITTSBURGH — Two unsuccessful employment applicants have filed a class action lawsuit against PNC Financial Services Inc. and PNC Bank NA, citing alleged failure to make stand-alone disclosures.
High school teacher who alleged corruption files lawsuit against Scranton School District
SCRANTON — A high school teacher is suing Scranton School District and Alexis Kirijan, a school administrator, citing an alleged violation of civil rights.
Stylists sue Alison Park salon for unpaid wages
PITTSBURGH — Two stylists are suing Alison Park's Laurie's Total Salon LLC and Laurie Tommarello, their former employer, citing alleged violation of a wage payment act.
Daycare worker says she slipped and fell on Southeast Delco School District property
MEDIA — A woman is suing Southeast Delco School District, citing alleged negligence.
Table games dealer alleges constructive termination after pregnancy
PHILADELPHIA — A table games dealer is suing Sugarhouse HSO Gaming, citing alleged discrimination, retaliation and constructive termination.
Johnson & Johnson exec sues over infamous Southwest flight; He'd sent a goodbye text to his children during catastrophe
PHILADELPHIA – A fellow passenger on board the infamous Southwest Airlines flight last spring during which one passenger was partially sucked out of the plane and later died, is seeking damages from the airline and the airplane’s manufacturers.
Woman sues Family Dollar, alleges soda bottle was dropped on her foot, breaking it
PHILADELPHIA – The case of a Williamsport couple who charged Family Dollar with negligence and failing to properly hire and supervise its employees for dropping a large soda bottle on one of the plaintiff’s feet and broke it, will be heard in a Philadelphia courtroom next year.
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Former machine operator and trackman says CSX Transportation's unsafe work environment led to his spinal injuries
PHILADELPHIA – A former machine operator and trackman for CSX Transportation has initiated legal action against his ex-employer, claiming it violated the Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA) by not providing him with a safe work environment.
Case of boy's broken ankle at 'Boo At The Zoo' going to trial next summer
PHILADELPHIA – The case of a Philadelphia couple whose son was allegedly injured on playground equipment at the Philadelphia Zoo will proceed to trial next summer, according to an order from a state court judge.
Allegheny County jail guard on duty during inmate's suicide fighting suspension
PITTSBURGH – A former Allegheny County Jail corrections guard claims an arbitrator overstepped the authority of her role in punishing her for alleged dereliction of her duty in failing to notice the death of a jail inmate.
Death at Steelers-Cowboys game leads to lawsuit; Heinz Field blamed for lack of security
PITTSBURGH – The widow of a man killed after an altercation at a Pittsburgh Steelers game in November 2016 is seeking to hold the assailants, the stadium and its security team legally responsible for his death.
Dissenting judge says out-of-state firefighters' hearing loss lawsuits do not belong in Philadelphia court
HARRISBURG – In continuing litigation involving firefighters suing siren manufacturers for hearing loss, a panel from the Superior Court of Pennsylvania has ruled that jurisdiction in the Commonwealth extends to all businesses registered here, no matter if the corporation is listed as foreign or domestic.
Federal court says $125 million antitrust settlement is valid and dismisses outside counsel's objections
PHILADELPHIA – A federal judge in Philadelphia recently ruled that a $125 million antitrust settlement concerning sleep disorder drug Provigil is valid, dismissing some lawyers' claims to the contrary.
La. woman says IUD broke off inside her uterus, sues manufacturer for damages
PHILADELPHIA – In new litigation, a Louisiana woman implanted with an intrauterine device (IUD) manufactured by Teva Pharmaceuticals says her reproductive organs were permanently damaged when a piece of the device broke off inside her uterus.
Philadelphia lawyer says fired associate is harassing him, posting defamatory online reviews that say he can't speak English
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia attorney claims a former associate of his law firm later took revenge for his own firing by posting defamatory statements online about the plaintiff and his former place of business.
Arbitration hearing slated in case of outstanding funds involving shipping and juice companies for $11K
PHILADELPHIA – An arbitration hearing has been scheduled in the matter of a Georgia shipping company alleging a local organic juice company is in debt to it for outstanding shipping costs in excess of $11,000.
RAND SPEAR: Reasons Why You Need a Medical Malpractice Attorney
There are many benefits to having a medical malpractice attorney for representation when you have been injured due to the negligence of a medical professional.
MONTGOMERY MCCRACKEN WALKER & RHOADS: Montgomery McCracken Adds Of Counsel Joseph Monahan in Philadelphia
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce the addition of Joseph Monahan to its Litigation Department.