News from January 2019
Settlement conference coming next summer in Philly car-pedestrian collision case
PHILADELPHIA – A lawsuit from a Philadelphia pedestrian struck by a passing car while walking in a crosswalk near Washington Square has been slated for a settlement conference next summer.
In lawsuit answer, doctor counters patient's claims that he hid plaintiff's Hepatitis C diagnosis
PHILADELPHIA – A Philadelphia physician has denied negligence-related charges from a patient who alleged he was left uninformed of a positive Hepatitis C diagnosis for seven years, which the plaintiff said later caused him permanent damage to his liver and kidneys.
Promotions company wins $12K+ judgment against Philly pub it says failed to pay UFC event broadcast fees
PHILADELPHIA – A judgment in excess of $12,000 was found in favor of a promotional company who filed a lawsuit against a Philadelphia pub, for allegedly defaulting on paying the costs associated with exhibiting an Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC) pay-per-view broadcast.
Dad's lawsuit: My son lost a finger at Independence Seaport Museum
PHILADELPHIA — A parent is suing Independence Seaport Museum, citing alleged negligence.
Lawsuit claims FedEx violated National Guard member's employment rights
HARRISBURG — An employee is suing FedEx Supply Chain, citing alleged discrimination, hostile work environment, and violations of the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act (USERRA).
Contractor alleges West Jefferson Hills School District breached contract
PITTSBURGH — A construction company is suing the West Jefferson Hills School District, citing alleged breach of contract.
Finally, a government tired of lawyers who waste its resources
Trump's DOJ says it spent 1,500 hours reviewing lawsuits that have no chance of success
Court activity on Jan. 29: Construction Financial Administration Services LLC vs Federal Insurance Company
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Construction Financial Administration Services LLC against Federal Insurance Company on Jan. 29: 'Affidavit Of Service By Kevin Gerard Amadio Re: Served Summons And Complaint Upon Federal Insurance Company By Certified Mail, Return Receipt Requested On 01/23/2019 (amadio, Kevin)'.
Court activity on Jan. 29: Alex Levy vs United Parcel Service
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Alex Levy against United Parcel Service and American Alternative Insurance Corp. on Jan. 29: 'Report Of Rule 26 By Alex Levy. (mccarthy, Mary)'
Court activity on Jan. 29: Halit Mjeku vs Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Halit Mjeku against Reliance Standard Life Insurance Company and The RSL Group and Blanket Insurance Trust on Jan. 29: 'Notice Of Hearing: Pretrial Conference Set For 4/8/2019 11:00 Am In Judge Chambers Before Honorable Paul S. Diamond.(rt)'
Court activity on Jan. 29: Cody Coleman vs Milwaukee Tool Inc.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Cody Coleman against Milwaukee Tool Inc. on Jan. 29: 'Motion To Dismiss Plaintiff's Complaint Filed By Milwaukee Tool, Inc..brief. (attachments: # 1 Text Of Proposed Order, # 2 Exhibit, # 3 Brief)(voter, Warren)'
Court activity on Jan. 29: Bella Zuzel vs Septa
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Bella Zuzel against Septa, Cardinal Health and Medline Industries Inc. on Jan. 29: 'Notice Of Appearance By Joseph Auddino On Behalf Of Cardinal Health With Certificate Of Service(auddino, Joseph)'
Case activity for Melanie Atkinson vs Luitpold Pharmaceuticals Inc. on Jan. 29
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Melanie Atkinson against Luitpold Pharmaceuticals Inc., American Regent Inc., Daiichi Sankyo Inc., Daiichi Sankyo Co. Ltd., Vifor Pharmaceuticals Management Ltd. and Vifor Pharma Aspereva Pharmaceuticals Inc. on Jan. 29:
Case activity for Scott Fritzinger vs Life Insurance Company of North America on Jan. 29
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Scott Fritzinger against Life Insurance Company of North America on Jan. 29:
Court activity on Jan. 29: Ciani Blassingame vs Safeco Insurance
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Ciani Blassingame against Safeco Insurance on Jan. 29: 'Initial Procedural Order Of 1/28/2019. Signed By Honorable Joseph F. Leeson, Jr On 1/28/2019. 1/29/2019 Entered And Copies E-mailed.(dt)'
Case activity for Nithianathan Thaver vs Pes Holdings LLC on Jan. 29
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Nithianathan Thaver against Pes Holdings LLC on Jan. 29:
Case activity for Tajuana Mallory vs Verizon Wireless on Jan. 29
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Tajuana Mallory against Verizon Wireless on Jan. 29:
Case activity for Hamilton Equipment Inc. vs Danuser Machine Company Inc. on Jan. 29
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Hamilton Equipment Inc. against Danuser Machine Company Inc. on Jan. 29:
Court activity on Jan. 29: Marcy Grossman Pollak vs National Foundation Life Insurance Company
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Marcy Grossman Pollak and Tiberius Pollak against National Foundation Life Insurance Company on Jan. 29: 'Stipulation And Order That Defendant National Foundation Life Insurance Company Shall Have Until February 8, 2019 To File Its Answer To Plaintiffs' Complaint. Signed By Honorable Edward G. Smith On 1/29/19. 1/25/19 Entered And Copies E-mailed.(er, )'.
Case activity for Katherine Crockett vs Luitpold Pharmaceuticals Inc. on Jan. 29
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Katherine Crockett against Luitpold Pharmaceuticals Inc., American Regent Inc., Daiichi Sankyo Inc., Daiichi Sankyo Co. Ltd., Vifor Pharmaceuticals Management Ltd. and Vifor Pharma Aspereva Pharmaceuticals Inc. on Jan. 29: