News from August 2024
Deputy sheriff's assault of prisoner during St. Patrick's celebration leads to lawsuit against Lackawanna Co.
SCRANTON - A man arrested for public intoxication says he was verbally and physically abused by a Lackawanna County deputy sheriff while in jail.
Jewish family in fight with Abington neighbors can post anti-hate signs
HARRISBURG – The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania has reversed a trial court injunction which initially prevented a Jewish family from erecting lawn signs in their backyard, signs which protested hostile and anti-Semitic behavior they experienced from their neighbors.
Best Lawyers Honors More Than 200 Cozen O'Connor Attorneys in its Best Lawyers in America 2025 Edition
Best Lawyers selected 242 Cozen O’Connor lawyers from 24 of the firm’s U.S. offices for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America and Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch in America.
Longstanding litigation between climate change activists and City of Harrisburg will proceed
HARRISBURG – Litigation between a coalition group of climate change activists wanting to participate in a rally and the City of Harrisburg over alleged constitutional rights violations connected to its event permit process, which had been stayed for nearly two years and was the subject of a defense dismissal motion, will proceed.
More Than 250 Fox Attorneys Selected to the 2025 List of Best Lawyers in America
Fox Rothschild is pleased to announce more than 250 firm attorneys have been selected to the list of 2025 “Best Lawyers in America," including 8 attorneys who were listed as “Lawyer of the Year" and 84 attorneys who have been listed in Best Lawyers' annual "Ones to Watch" issue.
Attorney General Bonta and Governor Newsom Issue Statement on Appellate Court Decision Regarding California’s Age-Appropriate Design Code Act
California Attorney General Rob Bonta and California Governor Gavin Newsom issued the following statements in response to the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals’ decision in NetChoice v. Bonta, finding that NetChoice did not demonstrate they were likely to succeed in showing that the majority of California’s Age-Appropriate Design Code Act is unconstitutional.
Former Employee Alleges Age Discrimination Against Insurance Company
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against Nationsbenefits Insurance Sales LLC alleging age discrimination and hostile work environment after enduring months of verbal abuse from younger supervisors before being unjustly terminated.
Pa. Superior Court says Dragonetti Act dispute between gaming entities was rightly dismissed
HARRISBURG – A state appellate court has concurred with a Dauphin County judge’s ruling that preliminary objections brought by two gaming organizations against a group of consultants for that industry were not in error, and the consultants’ action to bring charges under the Dragonetti Act was rightly dismissed.
McGuireWoods Attorneys Recognized in 2025 Edition of The Best Lawyers in America
More than 200 McGuireWoods lawyers from the firm’s U.S. offices were selected for inclusion in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America, 17 of whom were named “Lawyers of the Year,” an honor given to only one lawyer in each practice area per city.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Manufacturing Company
A former employee has filed a lawsuit against The RiteScreen Company LLC alleging discrimination based on disability and wrongful termination just days before scheduled surgery.
Plaintiffs Injured in Car Accident Sue Driver for Negligence
Two individuals have filed a lawsuit against a driver following a severe car accident that left them with serious injuries. The plaintiffs are seeking compensatory damages for medical expenses and other related costs due to alleged negligence on part of the defendant.
Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Harrisburg Gentleman's Club Under ADA
Kayla Rodriguez has filed a lawsuit against PDJ Entertainment Inc., alleging severe workplace discrimination and retaliation due to her disability under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The case sheds light on ongoing issues faced by employees requiring medical accommodations.
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Springs Window Fashions
Katressa Baker has filed a lawsuit against Springs Window Fashions LLC alleging violations of disability rights laws including failure to accommodate her disabilities and retaliatory termination. The case includes detailed accusations under both federal ADA laws and state PHRA statutes.
Pharmacy Giant Accused of Negligence in Massive Data Breach Affecting Millions
A recent class action lawsuit filed against a major pharmacy chain alleges failure to protect sensitive customer information resulting in a significant data breach affecting millions. The plaintiffs seek damages and improved security measures following unauthorized access to personal data.
Third Circuit finds Dickinson College properly investigated student’s sexual assault, dismisses Title IX suit
PHILADELPHIA – A federal appellate court has upheld a lower court’s decision to grant summary judgment to Dickinson College, finding that the school did not violate Title IX in its investigation of a student’s sexual assault complaint.
Troutman Pepper’s Hiring to Firing Podcast Named Finalist for 2024 PRNEWS Platinum Award
Troutman Pepper’s Hiring to Firing Podcast has been named a finalist for the prestigious PRNEWS Platinum Award in the Digital & Social Media – Podcast category.
Jennifer Brandt Elected Chair-Elect of the ABA Family Law Section
Jennifer Brandt, chair of the firm’s Family Law Group, has been elected as chair-elect of the American Bar Association Family Law Section (FLS).
Plaintiffs Allege Major Egg Producer Misled Consumers About Hen Welfare
Three consumers have filed a class action lawsuit against Eggland's Best Inc., accusing them of falsely advertising their Cage Free eggs as coming from hens living in humane conditions when they actually live in factory farm environments. The plaintiffs seek damages for alleged violations of consumer protection laws.
Former Employee Alleges Unlawful Termination Under FMLA Against Manufacturer
Milagros Diaz-Mauras has filed a lawsuit against Judson A.Smith Co., claiming retaliation under the Family Medical Leave Act after being terminated following an approved medical leave.The suit seeks compensation for lost wages and other damages.
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Healthcare Staffing Company
Patricia Quarry has filed a lawsuit against Maxim Healthcare Services Inc., alleging discrimination based on her disabilities and wrongful termination after requesting reasonable accommodations for her medical conditions. The case highlights significant issues regarding workplace treatment of employees with disabilities under federal law.