News from March 2021
COZEN O'CONNOR: PBA Names 2020 Commission on Women in the Profession (WIP) Award on Behalf of H. Robert Fiebach
The Pennsylvania Bar Association has named its 2020 Commission on Women in the Profession (WIP) Award on behalf of H. Robert Fiebach, senior counsel in Cozen O’Connor’s Commercial Litigation Department and co-chair of the firm’s Legal Malpractice Group.
Court activity on March 13: Sylvia Videkovich vs Merck & Co. Inc.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by Richard A. Videkovich and Sylvia Videkovich against Mckesson Corp.,, Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. on March 13.
Landlord rights group says Pittsburgh has violated city and state laws through eviction regulation ordinance
PITTSBURGH – A landlord advocacy group has brought suit against the City of Pittsburgh and the Pittsburgh City Council, claiming that the City has violated its Home Rule Charter and the state constitution, in its implementation of a temporary eviction measure during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Mistaken identity stabbing update: City of Pittsburgh denies it wrongfully arrested plaintiff
PITTSBURGH – The City of Pittsburgh denies allegations that it wrongfully arrested a local woman for a stabbing incident that occurred in the city, due to a case of mistaken identity.
Walmart fall update: Case settled for couple's injuries suffered in entryway of West Mifflin store
PITTSBURGH – A Pittsburgh couple’s personal injury lawsuit brought against Walmart for injuries suffered by the wife-plaintiff when she fell on an unspecified liquid in the vestibule of the retailer’s West Mifflin store has been settled.
Women allege day spa failed to suspend or terminate masseuse, after they reported his sexual assaults against them
MEDIA – A pair of local women have launched litigation against a day spa in Media, alleging they were sexually assaulted by one of its massage therapists and that the spa facility failed to prevent or address the incidents.
Case alleging Black players are being shortchanged in NFL concussion settlement going before Third Circuit
PHILADELPHIA – A diverted federal discrimination case brought by two retired National Football League players against the organization – claiming that it manipulated cognitive function data to make it less likely Black players would receive proceeds from the 2016 concussion settlement – will now be heard before the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit.
Penn State football's fired head trainer sues to get job back
Pennsylvania State University faces charges in the Middle Pennsylvania District Court from a Florida man who says he was wrongfully terminated as a university employee, according to documents filed on March 1.
.jpg)
Amazon accused of firing Pennsylvania man for marijuana use when he has a medical marijuana license
A former Amazon employee sued the online retail giant in the Eastern Pennsylvania District Court after he was allegedly terminated due to marijuana use despite having a medical marijuana license, according to documents filed on March 1.
REED SMITH LLP: Navigating Contract Performance Issues During a Pandemic
The COVID-19 crisis has significantly affected contract relationships the world over during the past year. Government-mandated lockdowns, travel restrictions, and various commercial shutdown orders have all challenged the ability of businesses to comply with contract obligations created prior to the outbreak of the virus.
FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP: Customer Acquisition & Sales, Marketing & Branding in Our New Virtual Reality & Beyond
The Pittsburgh Venture Capital Association [PVCA] is pleased to announce the brand-new Entrepreneurial Education Symposium, developed to help early-stage ventures reach the next level.
FOX ROTHSCHILD LLP: Practicing Law as a Minority and/or Non-Traditional Attorney
Partner Marilou E. Watson will participate in a panel discussion hosted by Villanova University School of Law on practicing law as a minority and/or non-traditional attorney.
Case activity for Carol Rose vs Merck & Co. Inc. on March 12
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Carol Rose and Lester Rose against "jane Doe", "john Doe", "xyz Corp.", Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. on March 12.
Court activity on March 12: New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company vs Mason J. Saparito
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company against Brian Saparito, Danielle Saparito and Mason J. Saparito on March 12: 'Complaint For Declaratory Judgement Against All Defendants ( Filing Fee $ 402 Receipt Number 0313-14980660.), Filed By New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company. (attachments: # 1 Exhibit A, # 2 Exhibit B)(cognetti, Michael)'.
Court activity on March 13: PPL Electric Utilities Corp. vs Power Engineers Inc.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by PPL Electric Utilities Corp. against Power Engineers Inc. on March 13: 'Motion To Seal Filed By Ppl Electric Utilities Corporation.memorandum. (attachments: # 1 Memorandum Memorandum In Support Of Motion To File Under Seal)(dornberger, John)'.
Case activity for Larry Kirkland vs Usaa Casualty Insurance Company on March 12
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Larry Kirkland against Usaa Casualty Insurance Company on March 12.
Case activity for William Duncan vs Geico Advantage Insurance Company on March 12
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by William Duncan against Geico Advantage Insurance Company on March 12.
Case activity for M.S. Acquisitions & Holdings LLC vs Vigilant Insurance Company on March 12
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by M.S. Acquisitions & Holdings LLC and Mega Philadelphia LLC against Vigilant Insurance Company on March 12.
Case activity for Margaret E. Bohannon. vs Merck & Co. Inc. on March 12
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activities in the suit brought by Margaret E. Bohannon. against Merck & Co. Inc. and Merck Sharp & Dohme Corp. on March 12.
Court activity on March 12: PPL Electric Utilities Corp. vs Power Engineers Inc.
The U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania reported the following activity in the suit brought by PPL Electric Utilities Corp. against Power Engineers Inc. on March 12: 'Complaint Against Power Engineers, Inc. ( Filing Fee $ 402 Receipt Number 0313-14981384.), Filed By Ppl Electric Utilities Corporation. (attachments: # 1 Exhibit Exhibit O)(dornberger, John)'.