News from September 2024
Plaintiff Alleges Insurance Company Failed to Pay Underinsured Motorist Benefits Following Severe Car Accident
Sarah C.Bisignani has filed a lawsuit against American National Property And Casualty Company for allegedly failing to pay out underinsured motorist benefits after she sustained serious injuries in a car accident.The plaintiff seeks compensation up to $750000 along with punitive damages for bad faith actions.
Plaintiff sues Retail Giant Wal-Mart for Negligence Over Defective Shopping Carts
Ruthie France has filed a lawsuit against Wal-Mart Stores East alleging negligence after suffering severe injuries due to defective shopping carts at one of their stores in Washington County. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for medical expenses, loss of earnings, pain and suffering among other claims.
Plaintiffs Allege Legal Malpractice Against Attorney Over Business Dealings
Heather and Jeff Grynka have filed a lawsuit against their former attorney Aloysius T. Lawn and his firm for alleged legal malpractice related to business dealings with Sapphire Steel Inc., claiming significant financial losses due to unethical practices and conflicts of interest.
Judge rules trial over fatality tied to Panera Charged Lemonade will proceed as scheduled on Oct. 7
PHILADELPHIA – A federal judge has decreed that a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the parents of a University of Pennsylvania student, who died in 2022 allegedly after drinking a highly caffeinated lemonade beverage sold by the restaurant chain and one allegedly to which no warning of its high caffeine content was provided, will proceed to trial as scheduled on Oct. 7.
McGuireWoods Advises Constellation in Major Clean Power Purchase Deal With Microsoft
McGuireWoods advised client Constellation in negotiating a 20-year power purchase agreement with Microsoft to launch the Crane Clean Energy Center, restarting Constellation’s Three Mile Island (TMI) Unit 1 in Pennsylvania to produce carbon-free energy for Microsoft’s data centers.
Chief AI Officer Summit on October 1-2, 2024
Join the 11th CDAO Summit and/or the 2nd Chief AI Officer Summit in Washington, DC on October 1-2, 2024.
The Evolving Landscape of Accommodating Mental and Psychiatric Disabilities in the Workplace on October 1, 2024
David Garraux, Kira Geary, and Michael Schmidt will present “The Evolving Landscape of Accommodating Mental and Psychiatric Disabilities in the Workplace.”
Cozen O’Connor Announces Eight New Shareholders
Cozen O’Connor is pleased to announce the promotion of eight members to shareholders: Alexandra Campau, Nathan Dooley, Kyle Farnam, Paul Ferland, Matthew Glavin, Aaron Lukas, Dana Meyers, and Judd Serotta.
PBA Large Law Firm Managing Partner Social on October 1, 2024
The Pennsylvania Bar Association's Large Law Firm Committee is hosting its third regional Managing Partner Social in Pittsburgh.
Attorneys could get booted off case after calling other side's expert
PHILADELPHIA - A lawyer suing Avco Corp. and the Blank Rome law firm for allegedly defaming her now wants Avco’s lawyers disqualified for improperly calling her psychology expert. The ex parte contacts may have scared off the expert, complained Veronica Turner in a filing seeking sanctions against the defense lawyers.
Former Employee Alleges Local Car Dealership Wrongfully Terminated Him Due to Cancer Diagnosis
Stephen Dodson has filed a lawsuit against Oxford Valley Imports alleging wrongful termination due to his cancer diagnosis. The case highlights potential violations of ADA and PHRA laws concerning disability discrimination and failure to provide reasonable accommodations.
Pennsylvania Man Sues Nonprofit Organization Over Alleged Disability Discrimination
Darrin Chapman has filed a lawsuit against United Way of Southwestern Pennsylvania and Peopleshare Professional alleging wrongful termination following a request for medical accommodation due to a severe case of shingles. The case highlights issues related to workplace discrimination and retaliation under federal and state laws.
Former Truck Driver Sues Andrews Logistics LP for Discrimination and Retaliation
Adonis Fountain has filed a lawsuit against Andrews Logistics LP alleging race and disability discrimination along with wrongful termination following an injury at work. The suit details numerous incidents of discriminatory behavior from colleagues and supervisors leading up to his abrupt dismissal.
Plaintiff Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Former Employer
Lauren Boyd has filed a lawsuit against Cigna Healthcare alleging violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Family Medical Leave Act (FMLA). The suit claims wrongful termination based on disability discrimination following several health-related absences.
Former Employee Sues Hotel Management Company Over Disability Discrimination
Laura MacDonald has filed a lawsuit against TPG Hotels & Resorts Inc., alleging disability discrimination among other charges after being terminated from her role at Sheraton Bucks County Hotel. The suit includes accusations under ADA, ADEA, FMLA violations along with seeking compensatory damages.
Pittsburgh Woman Sues Automotive Companies Over Defective Tires Leading to Severe Accident
Teaira K. Collins has filed a lawsuit against Jim Shorkey Mitsubishi, Mitsubishi Motors North America Inc., and Champ Tires after defective tires allegedly caused a severe accident resulting in multiple injuries.
Plaintiffs Allege Negligence Against Healthcare Provider Over Elderly Woman's Injuries
In a detailed lawsuit filed in Allegheny County's Court of Common Pleas on February 13th, Maureen C.Welker and Kathleen A.Tutsock accuse HCR III Healthcare LLC d/b/a ProMedica Skilled Nursing And Rehabilitation (Whitehall Borough)of severe negligence leading to significant injuries sustained by their mother Anita C.Welker during her stay at the facility.The plaintiffs seek compensatory damages for alleged failures in providing adequate care.
Patron Sues Casino Restaurant Over Negligence Leading to Dental Injuries
Kacy Fritz has filed a lawsuit against Holdings Acquisition Co., owner of Rivers Casino's Wheelhouse restaurant in Pittsburgh after biting into a bone hidden in her soup caused severe dental injuries requiring extensive treatment.
Plaintiff accuses Defendants of Unfair Competition
Jets Barbershop Group LLC has filed a lawsuit against three former employees and their new business for allegedly stealing confidential customer information to start a competing barbershop nearby. The plaintiff seeks injunctive relief along with monetary damages.
Dog Owners Sued Over Vicious Attack Leaving Woman Permanently Scarred
Rhiannon Ray has filed a lawsuit against David A. Bryer, Kristina L., and Olivia Bryer after being severely injured by their unleashed dog in Pittsburgh on May 27, 2024. The suit alleges negligence and seeks compensatory as well as punitive damages for medical expenses and emotional distress.