News from July 2024
Patron sues local tavern over slip-and-fall injury
Vickie Harris has filed a lawsuit against Big Ham Group Inc., doing business as Bigham Tavern after suffering severe injuries from slipping on a wet floor at their establishment. The complaint highlights allegations of negligence regarding unsafe conditions at the tavern leading to significant physical and emotional trauma for Harris.
Customer Sues Home Improvement Giant Over Severe Injuries Caused by Negligence
Harold Strickland has filed a lawsuit against Home Depot USA Inc., alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries from an exposed nail while shopping at one of their stores. The case highlights potential lapses in customer safety protocols at large retail chains.
Allstate Insurance Sues Electric Scooter Manufacturer Over Fire Damage
Allstate Vehicle and Property Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against several entities associated with Hiboy electric scooters following a fire allegedly caused by one such device. The insurer seeks over $400K in damages for property destruction incurred by their insureds due to what they claim is negligence & breach-of-warranty related issues surrounding design/manufacture/distribution practices concerning these products.
Traumatic brain injury case headed to federal court
PITTSBURGH – A Swedish manufacturer of a wire drawing machine has filed to transfer litigation brought against it by a Western Pennsylvania man who claims he suffered a traumatic brain injury and multiple facial fractures when a component of the machine dislodged and struck him, to federal court.
Anthony Vale Named Pro Bono Champion by Philadelphia Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association
Anthony Vale, a fellow of The Pepper Center for Public Service, has been named a 2024 Pro Bono Champion by the Philadelphia Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association (AILA).
Ethics of Attorney Marketing and Solicitation 2024 on July 30
Thomas Wilkinson and Deborah Winokur will present “Ethics of Attorney Marketing and Solicitation 2024” for the Pennsylvania Bar Institute.
Woman Sues Local Swim Club Over Severe Injuries From Falling Tree Branch
A Havertown woman has filed a lawsuit against Tinicum Township Swim Club after being injured by a falling tree branch on their premises. The plaintiff alleges negligence in maintaining safe conditions led to her severe injuries and is seeking damages exceeding $50,000.
Woman Sues Neighbor and Municipality Over Sidewalk Fall
Marie Prophete has filed a lawsuit against her neighbor Rea Ashworth and the Borough of Lansdowne following a severe fall on an uneven sidewalk. The suit alleges negligence in maintaining safe conditions which led to significant injuries for Prophete.
Tenant Sues Landlord Over Negligence Leading to Severe Injuries
Jashe Thompson has filed a lawsuit against his landlord Daniel P. Vigilante following an incident where a ceiling tile fell on him causing severe injuries due to alleged negligence in property maintenance.
Restaurant Chain Sued Over Slip-and-Fall Incident Leading To Severe Injuries
Peter Innaurato has filed a lawsuit against JRI Hospitality Management Inc., operating as Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers, following a slip-and-fall incident resulting in serious injuries. The case highlights alleged negligence on part of the restaurant chain in maintaining safe premises for its patrons.
Business Invitee Sues Local Inn Over Negligence Leading To Severe Injuries
Tahari Wright has filed a lawsuit against Parkway Inn and its management company for negligence resulting in severe injuries from an improperly installed bedframe. The suit seeks damages for medical expenses, lost earnings, and future impairments.
Judge strikes several claims from lawsuit over alleged sexual assault during Lyft ride in 2021
PHILADELPHIA – A portion of claims has been dismissed from federal court litigation brought by a woman who said she was sexually assaulted by her Lyft driver in August 2021.
U.S. Labor Dept. accused of fraud; Banished lawyer lied to jury, timeline suspicious, company says
PHILADELPHIA (Legal Newsline) - A high-ranking U.S. Department of Labor attorney in Pennsylvania was actually exiled to D.C. as he was simultaneously disparaging opposing counsel as "Washington lawyers" in a $22 million case in Philadelphia.
Matthew Rogers Discusses Kayden’s Law in a PBA Family Law Section Podcast
Family Law Partner Matthew Rogers was a featured guest on the 46th episode of the PBA Family Law Section’s podcast, “Law in the Family.”
Federal claims dropped in lawsuit against Allegheny County, detective alleging botched sexual assault investigation
PITTSBURGH – A Pennsylvania federal court has both dismissed two civil rights claims from lawsuit brought by a woman against an Allegheny County police force and one of its detectives, which claimed they conducted an unprofessional investigation of her sexual assault – and remanded consideration of her remaining state law claims to the Allegheny County Court of Common Pleas.
Biden-appointed judge rejects claims Biden Admin has overstepped authority
PHILADELPHIA (Legal Newsline) - A federal judge won't block new rules from the administration that appointed her to the bench, affirming a ban on noncompete clauses in employment contracts and rejecting claims the Federal Trade Commission was acting outside its authority.
Sierra Club, others allowed to intervene in greenhouse gas lawsuit
HARRISBURG – In reversing an earlier ruling from the Commonwealth Court, the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania is permitting environmental nonprofit groups to intervene in litigation over the state’s membership in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative (RGGI), a program to reduce carbon emissions and one tenet of which would place a tax on coal and gas-fired power plants.
Massive penalty hits troubled Pa. nursing home chain
PITTSBURGH (Legal Newsline) - It's a worst-case scenario for a now-bankrupt Pennsylvania health care company accused by the Department of Labor of not fairly paying its employees.
Lien Priority in Pennsylvania 2024 on July 25
This program is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of the various types of liens that attach to real estate in Pennsylvania, followed by a discussion of how long liens continue and the ways in which they can be divested or otherwise cleared.
Montgomery Mccracken Welcomes Three Attorneys
Montgomery McCracken is pleased to announce the addition of three attorneys to the firm’s Litigation Department.