News from June 2024
Former Employee Alleges Racial Discrimination Against Industrial Company
Gregory Adams has filed a lawsuit against Almatis Inc., claiming severe racial discrimination during his tenure at their Leetsdale facility. Despite numerous complaints about racial slurs and threats from a co-worker, management failed to take effective action, leading Adams to seek compensatory and punitive damages in court.
South Carolina woman's chemical burn case against L’Oréal and others is settled
SCRANTON – Litigation from a South Carolina woman who claimed that using a hair dye product sold by a Nevada beauty company caused her to suffer a chemical burn on the back of her head, has been settled as a result of mediation.
Produce supplier sues local grocery distributor over unpaid invoices
Collotti & Sons has filed a lawsuit against Giordano’s Garden Groceries for failing to pay over $40,000 for delivered produce items between December 2023 and May 2024. The case seeks enforcement under PACA regulations along with damages including interest and attorneys' fees.
Retailer Accused of Failing ADA Compliance Due to Inaccessible Website
Blair Douglass has filed a lawsuit against Ariat International Inc., alleging that its website is not accessible for visually impaired users like himself who rely on screen readers. The case underscores significant accessibility barriers on Ariat's site and seeks comprehensive injunctive relief to ensure compliance with ADA standards.
Woman Accuses Medical Center and County Officials of Violating Civil Rights During Involuntary Mental Health Treatment
Susan Kerr has filed a lawsuit alleging multiple violations during an involuntary mental health treatment process initiated by false statements from her wife. The suit names Allegheny County officials and medical personnel from UPMC's Western Psychiatric Institute as defendants.
Former Employee Alleges Sexual Harassment Against Local Italian Restaurant
Jordan Graham has filed a lawsuit against Abruzzi’s Italian Cucina alleging severe sexual harassment by owner Amato Pasquarelli over several years of employment. Filed on June 6th in Pennsylvania's Western District Court, the suit seeks damages exceeding arbitration limits along with legal fees.
Allegheny County Police Officers Accused of Excessive Force and Malicious Prosecution
A new civil rights lawsuit has been filed against several police officers in Allegheny County alleging excessive force and malicious prosecution during an incident involving Ricardo Castor on June 6th. The plaintiff seeks damages for physical injuries emotional distress job loss among other grievances stemming from alleged wrongful actions by defendant officers
Electrician sues after stepping on a nail
PITTSBURGH - An Allegheny County electrician is suing a client after he stepped on a nail at her property.
Male teacher alleges discrimination in Millcreek school district
ERIE - A preference for promoting females was the real reason a male teacher missed out on those jobs, a federal lawsuit claims.
Federal judge closes lawsuit surrounding man's death at after-hours pub, for failure to pursue
WILLIAMSPORT – A Pennsylvania federal judge has dismissed a South Carolina woman’s suit surrounding the death of her partner at an after-hours pub in Tioga for failure to prosecute, more than two years after it was initially filed.
Sheetz takes on EEOC's allegations that background checks are racist
BALTIMORE – Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain Sheetz is looking to dismiss or transfer litigation from the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, which charges that the criminal background check in the store’s hiring process has discriminated against job applicants of Black, American Indian/Alaska Native and/or multiracial origin.
Plaintiff alleges Automated Health Systems violated labor laws through unfair wage practices
Julie Delk has filed a collective and class action lawsuit against Automated Health Systems Inc., alleging systemic violations of federal wage laws by failing to pay non-exempt hourly employees for all hours worked including overtime. Filed on June 3rd in Pennsylvania's Western District Court, Delk seeks various forms of relief including unpaid wages and damages.
PA Legal Reform Group: Medical errors ‘should not be treated as criminal acts’
The head of a Pennsylvania civil justice reform organization said medical errors in the Keystone State should not be treated criminally.
Former Employee Sues Pennsylvania Nursing Home Over Sexual Harassment Claims
Mae Thompson has filed a lawsuit against Garvey Manor Nursing Home alleging sexual harassment and retaliation during her employment there from January 2021 to April 2022. Represented by Briana Lynn Pearson from The Law Offices of Eric A. Shore, Thompson seeks compensatory and punitive damages for the alleged misconduct.
Family Sues U.S Government Over Negligence Leading To Severe Health Issues
A family from Old Forge is suing the U.S Government over alleged negligence by Tobyhanna Army Depot leading to severe health complications due to wrongful termination of their health insurance plan among other issues.
Former Employee Sues United Parcel Service Over Pregnancy Discrimination
Candice Cooley has filed a lawsuit against United Parcel Service alleging discrimination due to her pregnancy which led to wrongful termination just weeks after informing them about it. The suit seeks over $150K in damages among other reliefs.
Former Employee Sues Penn State Hazelton Over Pregnancy Discrimination
Lauren Millbyer has filed a lawsuit against Penn State Hazelton alleging severe discrimination during her pregnancy and maternity leave period. The suit details numerous instances of alleged harassment by colleagues and management following notification of her pregnancy in May 2022 through to her termination in May 2023.
Former Employee Sues Pennsylvania Senate Democratic Caucus for Age and Gender Discrimination
Linda Lee Lucas-Hunt has filed a lawsuit against her employer, alleging ongoing gender and age discrimination since 2017. The case details various instances of unequal pay raises compared to younger colleagues and harassment that created a hostile work environment.
Terminally Ill Plaintiff Sues State Officials Over Right to Medical Aid in Dying
A terminally ill Philadelphia man has filed a lawsuit challenging laws restricting medical aid in dying (MAID), naming several high-profile state and federal officials as defendants. The plaintiff argues these restrictions violate multiple constitutional rights and seeks immediate relief from the court.
Long-Time Employee Sues Kutztown University Over Alleged Gender-Based Pay Discrimination
Janet Malouf has filed a lawsuit against Kutztown University alleging ongoing gender-based pay discrimination throughout her nearly three-decade tenure as Head Coach for the women's basketball team. Represented by Sidney L. Gold from The Gold Law Firm P.C., she seeks compensatory damages under multiple statutes including Title VII and the Equal Pay Act.