News from 2018
Widow alleges defective alarm system from Vector Security caused husband's death
PITTSBURGH — A widow is suing Vector Security Inc., an electronic security company, citing alleged negligence and strict product liability.
Cyclist's suit against SEPTA for failing to maintain safe bike paths looks to be dismissed by transport entity
PHILADELPHIA – A local woman maintains that the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) and its negligence in maintaining rails and street surfaces created an unsafe riding condition for cyclists and led to her injurious bike accident, while SEPTA sought dismissal of the formerly-unverified suit.
Amtrak wants to dismiss suit of its conductor who was injured when trying to activate train door override system
PHILADELPHIA – A train conductor injured when forced to access override switches and levers needed to open the train’s doors open has initiated a Federal Employers Liability Act (FELA)-based lawsuit against her employer Amtrak, who believes her claims are precluded through a number of avenues and should be dismissed.
Gay man claims he was fired in retaliation for reporting workplace discrimination at rehabilitation facility
PHILADELPHIA – A gay man who worked at a local drug rehabilitation clinic alleges he was harassed about his sexual orientation on the job and after informing his superiors of the treatment in question, was then fired as a result.
COHEN & GRIGSBY: Cohen & Grigsby Appoints New Director in Commercial and Complex Litigation Group
Mr. Wissinger focuses his practice on construction litigation, environmental matters, regulatory matters, and complex contract negotiations.
COHEN & GRIGSBY: Cohen & Grigsby Promotes Six Attorneys to Directors
Business law firm Cohen & Grigsby is pleased to announce that six attorneys have been promoted to directors, effective January 1, 2019.
Man sues former employer over alleged age discrimination
PHILADELPHIA — A merchandiser is suing his former employer for allegedly terminating him due to his age.
MONTGOMERY MCCRACKEN WALKER & RHOADS: Montgomery McCracken Welcomes Two Associates
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce the addition of two associates to the firm’s Philadelphia office.
GILMAN & BEDIGIAN LLC: Judge in Philadelphia declared default judgment & $10 million award in Wrongful Death Case
Nadia Malik was 22-years-old when she disappeared.
ROSENN JENKINS & GREENWALD: Federal Courts Admission Ceremony held for several RJG Attorneys
On September 7, 2018, the Wilkes-Barre Law & Library Association’s Federal Practice Committee and our partner Jim Oschal, who is the Federal Practice Committee Chair, organized a unique Attorney Admission ceremony in which several of our attorneys participated and were admitted into one or more Federal Courts.
Man assaulted at Schmidt's Commons sues plaza management entities for negligence
PHILADELPHIA – A man claiming to have been assaulted and severely injured by a group of assailants at The Schmidt’s Commons in Northern Liberties is suing the entities he believes are responsible for failing to prevent or stop the altercation.
Wrongful death lawsuit filed by widow of man ran over and dragged to death by flatbed trailer truck
PHILADELPHIA – The widow of a man killed when he was run over by a truck in a gas station parking lot, dragged and dismembered is pursuing damages against the entities she argues are responsible for her husband’s tragic death, who are attempting to avail themselves of liability and have the case venue switched.
Case conference rescheduled for lawsuit brought by epileptic man claiming hotel discriminated against him
PHILADELPHIA – A case management conference has been rescheduled for litigation involving a plaintiff who claimed he was refused booking at a Philadelphia hotel due to his epilepsy and the presence of his service dog, allegedly violating of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
Philly nightclub claims stabbing victim has not established 'reckless' conduct
PHILADELPHIA – A nightclub customer has launched legal action against the establishment, its security company and a bouncer who allegedly stabbed him in an altercation outside the nightclub nearly two years ago.
N.J. driver says she was pulled over and had her car unlawfully impounded by Philly police officer
PHILADELPHIA – A New Jersey motorist claims she was unlawfully detained and that her vehicle was wrongly confiscated by a member of the Philadelphia Police Department, while driving in West Philadelphia two years ago.
District court determines Meridian Bank workers properly stated claims in OT class action
PHILADELPHIA - An amended class action and complaint against a Pennsylvania bank has standing, the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania determined as it denied the bank’s motion to dismiss a claim about overtime pay on Nov. 19.
Insurance company says man carelessly disposed of smoking materials
DOYLESTOWN — A subrogee is suing Robert Pacitti, an individual, citing alleged negligence.
Philadelphia police officers claim they were victims of discrimination
PHILADELPHIA — Philadelphia police officers have filed a class-action lawsuit against the City of Philadelphia, d/b/a Philadelphia Police Department; Cpl. Karen Church; and John Does Nos. 1-10, city government and officers, citing alleged civil rights violation and civil rights conspiracy.
ROSENN JENKINS & GREENWALD: Berger joins RJG Real Estate Department
Attorney Berger’s practice generally focuses on representing purchasers and sellers of residential and commercial real estate, landlords and tenants in leasing transactions, and property owners in tax assessment appeals.
Sam's Club wins appeal in slip-and-fall case; Woman continued shopping after fall
HARRISBURG - A woman who claims she was injured in a Sam's Club store after a fall has lost her appeal.