News from 2024
Reform package targets perception of Pennsylvania courts as pro-plaintiff lawyer
HARRISBURG - Pennsylvania lawmakers are addressing the state's reputation as a haven for personal injury lawyers by introducing legislation that would reform issues like contingency fees and outside funding for lawsuits.
Fox Rothschild Recognized by Leadership Council on Legal Diversity for Fourth Year
Fox Rothschild is proud to be named a Top Performer and Compass Award winner for the fourth consecutive year by the Leadership Council on Legal Diversity (LCLD), which recognizes law firms and corporations that show a strong commitment to building a more inclusive legal profession.
Federal judge drops two counts from wrongful death suit against Borough of Exeter and its police chief
SCRANTON – A federal judge has removed two counts from a wrongful death suit which charged Exeter’s police chief with failing to adequately render medical help and timely perform a welfare check on 24-year-old Nicholas P. Hromek, leading to his death.
Office of Attorney General Testifies on ‘Misinformation’ about Human Trafficking, How New Section will Expand Education, Enforcement
The Office of Attorney General recently presented testimony at a House Republican Policy Committee hearing about human trafficking in Pennsylvania and how Attorney General Michelle Henry’s newly-formed Human Trafficking Section will promote awareness and education across the Commonwealth.
Md. judge transfers EEOC’s discrimination suit against Sheetz to Pa. federal court
BALTIMORE – Pennsylvania-based convenience store chain Sheetz has been granted a venue transfer of 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.
Fox Rothschild Achieves Mansfield Certification for Third Consecutive Year
Fox Rothschild is pleased to announce it has earned Mansfield Certification through participation in Diversity Lab’s Mansfield Rule 7.0 program.
Quinn Emanuel Attorneys Recognized by Benchmark Litigation for 2025
The firm has been recognized by Benchmark Litigation as a “Top 20 Trial Law Firm” in their US Top Firm Rankings for 2025 as follows.
Parents of first-graders taught transgender issues win lawsuit against Mt. Lebanon schools
PITTSBURGH – A federal judge has granted summary judgment to a group of parents who alleged their civil rights were violated when Mount Lebanon School District taught the concepts of gender dysphoria and transgender transitioning to their first-grade children.
Lawdragon Names Six Cozen O’Connor Attorneys to Its Annual List of Leading Corporate Employment Lawyers
Lawdragon has named six members of Cozen O’Connor’s Labor & Employment Department to its annual list of Leading U.S. Corporate Employment Lawyers.
Troutman Pepper Promotes 18 Partners Nationwide
Troutman Pepper has announced its 18 newly elected partners, listed below by office and practice area.
Preserving Democracy. NATO at 75 and the Importance of Alliances in U.S. Foreign Policy: A Lawyer's View on October 8, 2024
In the aftermath of World War II, delegates from twelve countries gathered in the Mellon Auditorium of the U.S. State Department to sign the treaty creating the North Atlantic Treaty Organization.
Public Finance Attorney Elizabeth Lynch Joins Steptoe & Johnson’s Pittsburgh Office
Elizabeth Lynch recently joined Steptoe & Johnson PLLC’s Pittsburgh office as Of Counsel in the Business Department.
Former Greene County District Attorney, Chief of Detectives Charged with Conspiracy, Conflict of Interest by Statewide Investigating Grand Jury
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that charges were filed against former Greene County District Attorney David Russo and former Chief Detective for the Greene County DA’s Office Zachary Sams, following a presentment from the 51st Statewide Investigating Grand Jury.
Hotel Guest Alleges Negligence Against Ellis Hotel Entities Over Safety Bar Incident
Anthony Wright has filed a lawsuit against several hotel entities after suffering severe injuries from a faulty safety bar at Hilton Garden Inn in Newtown Square. Filed on September 24th in Delaware County's Court of Common Pleas by attorney Justin M. Bernstein, Wright seeks over $50,000 for medical expenses and damages due to alleged negligence by Ellis Hotel LP and others.
Federal court grants summary judgment dismissal of plastic surgery resident’s discrimination suit to Temple University Hospital
PHILADELPHIA – A federal court has dismissed all claims from a discrimination case brought by a former plastic surgery resident at Temple University Hospital, finding that the institution was entitled to complete summary judgment.
Pa. Supreme Court finds COVID-19 business interruption losses don't qualify for insurance coverage
HARRISBURG – The Supreme Court of Pennsylvania unanimously ruled that a dental practice which suffered business interruption losses during the COVID-19 pandemic was not entitled to receive coverage from its insurer for those losses, the first time the state’s high court made such a finding.
Local Resident Sues Major Retailer Over Slip-and-Fall Incident
Joseph Montgomery has filed a lawsuit against Walmart following an incident where he slipped on a wet floor in one of their stores causing significant injuries. He is seeking damages up to $50,000 for negligence among other claims.
Plaintiff sues Dairy Cottage for Negligence Over Dangerous Walkway
Michael Vecchione has filed a lawsuit against Dairy Cottage and associated parties for alleged negligence leading to severe injuries sustained from a fall on their property. The suit seeks damages exceeding $50,000 for physical pain, mental anguish, medical expenses, wage losses among other claims.
Divided rulings come down on dismissal motions, in man’s assault suit against police and corrections officers
PITTSBURGH – A federal judge has issued split decisions with respect to a trio of motions to dismiss, in litigation brought by a man who claimed he was assaulted during his arrest and detention by New Castle police officers in September 2021.
W.Va. attorneys secure key victory in Pa. contamination case
HARRISBURG, Pa. – Some West Virginia attorneys are declaring a key victory in a Pennsylvania case regarding properties contaminated with arsenic and lead decades after a U.S. Steel facility was shuttered.