News from July 2024
Harrisburg Chipotle faces lawsuit over bone in chicken
HARRISBURG - A Chipotle customer is suing the company because, he says, a bone from chicken in his burrito bowl became stuck in his throat.
Christian arrested protesting Reading's Pride March wins part of lawsuit
ALLENTOWN – A federal judge has partially granted summary judgment in a lawsuit filed by an evangelical Christian, who protested the City of Reading’s first-ever Pride March & Rally and was then arrested for disorderly conduct by members of the local police department.
Four Attorneys, Two Practice Areas Recognized in the Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide
Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce that the firm has been ranked as Band 1 for Private Wealth Law and Band 2 for Family/Matrimonial: High Net Worth in the Chambers 2024 High Net Worth Guide for Pennsylvania.
Troutman Pepper Advises Palvella Therapeutics in Merger with Pieris Pharmaceuticals
Troutman Pepper client Palvella Therapeutics, Inc., a clinical-stage biopharmaceutical company, and Pieris Pharmaceuticals, Inc. (Nasdaq: PIRS) have entered into a definitive merger agreement to combine the companies in an all-stock transaction.
Local Resident Sues Convenience Store Chain Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Lynn Boots has filed a lawsuit against Rutter's Farm Stores following an accident where she slipped on water inside one of their stores in York County, Pennsylvania. The suit alleges negligence on part of Rutter’s for failing to maintain safe conditions for its customers.
Shopper Sues Retail Store Over Negligence Leading to Serious Injuries
Lori Williams has filed a lawsuit against Mountaineer Holdings Corporation after sustaining serious injuries from a falling mirror at Gabe’s retail store in York, Pennsylvania. The suit claims negligence on part of the store's employees led to unsafe conditions resulting in her injuries and seeks compensation for medical expenses and other damages.
Tenant sues Property Management Company over Negligence Leading to Severe Injury
Eddie Wilson has filed a lawsuit against Golden Home Maintenance alleging negligence after he suffered severe injuries due to crumbling basement steps at his residence. The case highlights significant accusations regarding property maintenance failures and seeks over $50,000 in damages.
Healthcare Providers Accused of Negligence Following Massive Data Breach
A new lawsuit accuses Geisinger Health and Nuance Communications of failing to protect sensitive patient information after a significant data breach affecting one million individuals was discovered last year but only disclosed recently. Plaintiff Ruth Albright seeks damages and improved security measures from both companies.
Tenant Sues Scranton Housing Authority Over Negligence Leading to Injury
Diane Dale has filed a lawsuit against Scranton Housing Authority following an accident where she fell due to a faulty handicap bar in her apartment bathroom. Represented by attorney Kevin M. Conaboy, Dale seeks damages for her injuries and accuses the housing authority of negligence in maintaining safe living conditions.
Ghosts of Schnader Harrison must battle class action over 401(k) money
PHILADELPHIA - The former Philadelphia firm Schnader Harrison will face a class action lawsuit from a former employee who says her retirement money was used to dissolve the firm in 2023.
Nelson Mullins Grows in Pittsburgh with Experienced Affordable Housing Attorney
Nelson Mullins Riley & Scarborough LLP, a national full-service law firm with offices from coast to coast, is pleased to welcome Michelle Yarbrough Korb as a partner on the Affordable Housing and Tax Credits team in the firm’s Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania office.
Franchise Summit: Responsible Franchising Can Make a Difference on July 31 - August 1, 2024
This year’s Franchise Summit promises two days of indispensable content for franchise executives.
James Beck recognized by Pennsylvania Defense Institute for extraordinary support of the defense bar
The Pennsylvania Defense Institute (PDI) on July 12 conferred its Board of Director’s Award for Extraordinary Support of the Defense Bar onto Reed Smith senior life science policy analyst James Beck, at its annual conference in Bedford Springs, Pa.
Pharmaceutical Giant Accused of Negligence Following Massive Data Breach
A significant data breach has led to a class action lawsuit against pharmaceutical giant Cencora Inc., alleging failure to secure sensitive personal and health information adequately. Filed by Lisa Bledsoe on July 18, 2024, in Pennsylvania's Eastern District Court, the suit seeks damages and improved security measures from Cencora and its subsidiary The Lash Group LLC.
Delivery Worker Sues Homeowners Over Negligence Leading To Severe Injuries
Rachel Bupp has filed a lawsuit against Julie Holtz and Thomas Roe after slipping on untreated ice while delivering a package at their residence in Pittsburgh. The suit alleges negligence on part of the homeowners for failing to maintain safe conditions on their property.
Condominium Association Accuses Local Township of Environmental Violations
The Barrington Manor Condominium Association has filed a lawsuit against Collier Township alleging environmental violations that have caused significant damage to their property due to improper stormwater management practices leading to polluted runoff affecting their detention pond.
Plaintiffs accuse Splash Magic RV Resort of Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
A New Jersey couple has sued Splash Magic RV Resort following severe injuries sustained at its water park due to alleged negligence. The lawsuit details how Patricia Travaglini suffered significant injuries after slipping on an unreasonably slippery surface while visiting with family.
Patron sues local restaurant for negligence after fall
Elizabeth Blevins has filed a lawsuit against Dairyland One LLC alleging negligence after she tripped over an unmarked sloped curb at their restaurant property in Red Lion, Pennsylvania. She seeks compensation for her injuries and associated damages beyond arbitration limits.
Plaintiffs accuse rival dental employees of defamation
Somerset Dental Associates has filed a lawsuit against two employees from Elite Dental alleging defamatory Facebook posts that harmed their business reputation and patient relationships.
West Virginia Man Sues U.S Government And Healthcare Providers For Medical Negligence
Darwin James Fitch is suing multiple healthcare providers including the U.S government for failing to diagnose his prostate cancer leading to severe health issues including metastatic cancer.