News from October 2020
Weak Walmart bags update: Supplier comes to company's aid in lawsuit
PITTSBURGH – Walmart is looking to dismiss the supplier of its grocery bags from the lawsuit brought by a Butler woman and her husband, where the wife-plaintiff needed surgery to repair her finger after it was torn by such a bag.
Commonwealth Court OKs unemployment compensation for fired paralegal
HARRISBURG – The Commonwealth Court of Pennsylvania has upheld the Unemployment Compensation Board of Review’s decision to grant eligibility for benefits to a paralegal who was dismissed from her duties last year.
Man says lithium ion battery exploded in his pants pocket and sues companies he feels are liable
PITTSBURGH – A Western Pennsylvania man says he suffered severe burns after a lithium ion battery exploded in his pants pockets, and has sued the companies responsible for designing, manufacturing and distributing the device.
Pa. Supreme Court disregards SCOTUS ruling, decides jurisdiction applies in pelvic mesh injury case
HARRISBURG – A landmark U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the concept of specific jurisdiction in 2017 did not guide the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania, when it affirmed a $12.85 million damages award in a pelvic mesh injury matter against a Johnson & Johnson subsidiary.
SAUL EWING ARNSTEIN & LEHR LLP: Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr Llp and 22 of the Firm’s Attorneys Recognized in Benchmark Litigation’s 2021 Rankings
Saul Ewing Arnstein & Lehr LLP is proud to announce that Benchmark Litigation recognized 22 of its partners as Litigation and Labor & Employment Stars in its 2021 rankings.
REED SMITH LLP: Navigating the next normal: Global disputes in 2020 and beyond
2020 is proving to be an unprecedented year as businesses across the globe deal with a “once-in-a-century” pandemic, the United Kingdom withdraws from the European Union, industries are trying to respond to the #metoo movement and prevent racial injustice and inequity, and social media is pushing companies and individuals to higher standards of accountability.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE WESTERN DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA: U.S. Attorney Brady Appoints Election Officers for the Western District of Pennsylvania
United States Attorney Scott W, Brady announced that Assistant United States Attorneys (AUSAs) Eric G. Olshan and Lee J. Karl will lead the efforts of his Office in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the upcoming November 3, 2020, general election.
ATTORNEY'S OFFICE FOR THE EASTERN DISTRICT OF PENNSYLVANIA: United States Attorney William M. McSwain Announces Preparations to Preserve the Integrity of the 2020 General Election in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
United States Attorney William M. McSwain announced that Assistant United States Attorney Richard P. Barrett will lead the efforts of the United States Attorney’s Office for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania in connection with the Justice Department’s nationwide Election Day Program for the general election on November 3, 2020.
HOLLAND & KNIGHT: Why D&I Must Remain a Core Business Imperative Post-COVID
In these unprecedented and challenging times, Chambers and Partners is joining forces with Holland & Knight for an urgent and transparent discussion on the effects COVID-19 may have on the progress of diversity and inclusion in the legal profession.
Case activity for Joseph M. Gaydos vs Nationwide Property and Casualty Insurance Company on Oct. 22
The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Joseph M. Gaydos and Lisa A. Gaydos against Nationwide Property and Casualty Insurance Company on Oct. 22.
Case activity for Maryann Macaluso vs Merck & Co. Inc. on Oct. 23
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Maryann Macaluso against Mckesson Corp., Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp and Dohme Corp. on Oct. 23.
Case activity for Nicholas Magnotta vs Rocksolid Partners LLC on Oct. 23
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Nicholas Magnotta against Matthew Cipirch and Rocksolid Partners LLC on Oct. 23.
Court activity on Oct. 23: Heather Haney-Filippone vs Agora Cyber Charter School
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Heather Haney-Filippone against Agora Cyber Charter School on Oct. 23: 'Complaint Against Agora Cyber Charter School ( Filing Fee $ 400 Receipt Number 0313-14662704.), Filed By Heather Haney-Filippone. (attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B, # 3 Exhibit C, # 4 Exhibit D, # 5 Civil Cover Sheet, # 6 Designation Form, # 7 Case Management Track Form)(obod, Marjorie)'.
Case activity for Christina Christopher vs Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. on Oct. 23
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Christina Christopher against Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. on Oct. 23.
Court activity on Oct. 21: Higher Eduction Assistance Authority vs Campbell H. Jr, Jesse
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity in the suit brought by Higher Eduction Assistance Authority against Campbell H. Jr, Jesse on Oct. 21: 'Mail Returned-Usps'.
Case activity for Vincent Russo vs JP Morgan Chase & Co. on Oct. 23
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Vincent Russo against JP Morgan Chase & Co. on Oct. 23.
Court activity on Oct. 23: Deborah Courtney vs Merck & Co. Inc.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Deborah Courtney against Mckesson Corp., Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp and Dohme Corp. on Oct. 23.
Court activity on Oct. 23: Tamela Kelley vs The Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Tamela Kelley against The Hartford Life and Accident Insurance Company on Oct. 23: 'Complaint Against The Hartford Life And Accident Insurance Company ( Filing Fee $ 400 Receipt Number 0313-14660935.), Filed By Tamela Kelley. (attachments: # 1 Civil Cover Sheet, # 2 Case Management Track Form, # 3 Designation Form)(parker, Michael)'.
Case activity for Vera Skelton vs Merck & Co. Inc. on Oct. 23
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Vera Skelton against Mckesson Corp., Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp and Dohme Corp. on Oct. 23.
Court activity on Oct. 23: Michael Sackie vs Progressive Advanced Insurance Company
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Aissata Camara, Aminat Kamara, Mercy Sackie and Michael Sackie against Joseph Downey and Progressive Advanced Insurance Company on Oct. 23.