News from January 2025
Lawsuit: Neighbors gain political power in small town to harass used car dealer
PITTSBURGH - A used auto dealer claims his neighbors amassed political power in a Fayette County town in order to shut his business down.
Jay A. Dorsch Appointed to the 2025 ERISA Advisory Council by U.S. Department of Labor
Jay Dorsch, chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice, was appointed by the U.S. Department of Labor to the 2025 ERISA Advisory Council.
Troutman Pepper Locke Launches ‘PE Pathways’ Podcast
The private equity landscape is constantly evolving, with new trends, regulatory changes, and innovative investment strategies shaping the future of the industry. To help listeners stay informed and navigate these complexities, Troutman Pepper Locke is launching its latest podcast, PE Pathways.
Pennsylvania faces suit for COVID-era parole of inmate who allegedly later shot two men
PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia parking officer blames the Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections for releasing an inmate during the COVID pandemic who allegedly later shot him in the head, days after shooting a gas station attendant in New York.
McGuireWoods and Kaplan Award LSAT Prep Scholarship to Pitt Student
On Nov. 15, 2024, McGuireWoods partner Alex Madrid awarded the McGuireWoods-Kaplan LSAT Prep Scholarship to Mela Brown of the University of Pittsburgh as part of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law Student of Color Visitation Day.
Widener Law Commonwealth Alumna Bunmi Emenanjo: From Legal Career Award-Winning Author
Bunmi Emenanjo, a 2005 graduate of Widener Law Commonwealth, has seamlessly navigated between two worlds: law and literature.
Will FTC's case against Meta impact UPMC? Hospital accused of too much power
PITTSBURGH - Workers at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center are hoping a recent decision in an antitrust case against Facebook-owner Meta will work to their advantage, as they sue their employer.
Plaintiffs Allege Local Restaurant Negligence Led to Severe Injuries
A lawsuit has been filed by Susan and Richard Arensmeyer against Not Just Wings following an incident where Susan sustained severe injuries due to alleged negligence at their premises.
Business Invitee Sues Colonial Kitchen for Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Tahari Wright has filed a lawsuit against Colonial Kitchen Restaurant Inc., alleging negligence after sustaining injuries from a slip-and-fall incident on their premises.
Patron Alleges Negligence Against Nail Salon Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
Donna Ashbridge has taken legal action against M&A Nails & Spa following an alleged slip-and-fall incident resulting in serious injuries at their Springfield location.
Plaintiff Shareholder Accuses Insurance Company Executives of Breach Of Fiduciary Duty
Anthony Morgan has filed a derivative lawsuit against current and former executives at Lincoln National Corporation for breach of fiduciary duty and unjust enrichment related to misleading financial statements that caused significant stock losses.
Lincoln National Corporation Shareholder Alleges Breach of Fiduciary Duty Against Company's Leadership
A shareholder has filed a derivative lawsuit against Lincoln National Corporation's leadership for breach of fiduciary duty and unjust enrichment following significant financial misstatements that caused substantial stock value loss
Plaintiff insurance company sues individual over motor vehicle accident damages
New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company has initiated legal action against Robin Terry following a motor vehicle accident involving their insured party's parked car in Darby Township last May.
Professor Juliet Moringiello Honored with Prestigious AALS Mentorship Award
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Juliet Moringiello, who also serves as associate dean for academic affairs, has been named the recipient of the 2025 mentorship award by the Association of American Law Schools, known as AALS, section on Commercial and Consumer Law.
Littler Appoints Two New Office Managing Shareholders
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed two new office managing shareholders (OMS).
Consumer Alert: AG Henry Warns Pennsylvanians that Big Lots’ Bankruptcy Could Close 64 Stores Across the Commonwealth
Attorney General Michelle Henry is notifying Pennsylvania consumers that Big Lots — one of the nation’s largest closeout retailers — recently announced that it could close the remainder of its stores amidst Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
Paralyzed teen snowboarder loses case against Shawnee Mountain
SCRANTON - A 1980 law addressing the risks of skiing will keep a Delaware family from blaming Ski Shawnee for the paralysis suffered by a then-16-year-old who struck a light pole while snowboarding.
Katayun Jaffari Installed as the 98th Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association
Katayun Jaffari, chair of the Corporate Governance and ESG Practices and co-chair of the Capital Markets & Securities Practice at Cozen O’Connor, was installed as Chancellor of the Philadelphia Bar Association, the oldest bar association in the United States, during its Annual Meeting in December.
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC Represents Bullskin Stone & Lime in the Sale of Its Pure Play Aggregates Business
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is pleased to announce its representation of Mt. Pleasant, Pennsylvania-based aggregate company Bullskin Stone & Lime, LLC, and its ownership group in the sale of its pure play aggregates business to Eagle Materials Inc. (NYSE: EXP), for $152 million.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against property owners over dog attack
In a lawsuit filed in Delaware County's Court of Common Pleas on January 2nd, Jazmine Simone Basiege accuses multiple property owners of negligence following an unprovoked dog attack that caused her severe injuries and emotional distress last year.