News from January 2025
Transgender issues in PA: Insurer draws line on care at waist size, lawmaker plans Trump-esque legislation
PHILADELPHIA - In Pennsylvania, a Republican lawmaker plans a bill that finalizes a person's sex at birth, while a major insurance company says gender-affirming procedures targeting waist size are cosmetic and not medically necessary.
Greenberg Traurig Lawyers Recognized the 2025 Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America List
Lawdragon recognized five attorneys from global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP in its 20th edition of their flagship guide, Lawdragon 500 Leading Lawyers in America.
Clark Hill Supports Zivaro in Sale to Trace3
Corporate member Jarrod Duffy and Government Contracts member Bret Wacker led a Clark Hill team to support federal IT service provider Zivaro in its sale to Trace3.
Reza Taleghani ’97 JD/MBA, P’27 Gives Largest Gift Ever to Villanova’s Graduate Center and Bolsters Law School’s Mission and Strategic Priorities
Reza Taleghani ’97 JD/MBA, P’27 has long championed Villanova University’s commitment to fostering academic excellence and community among both graduate and law students.
'Retire the Raider' now an official club at Twin Valley HS, so district wants ACLU lawsuit dismissed
PHILADELPHIA - A student and the American Civil Liberties Union have no reason to continue suing a Chester County school district now that it has officially recognized a student club dedicated to eliminating its Native American mascot.
Troutman Pepper Locke Advises NewSpring Capital in $15M Investment in Jones
Jones, the vertical software company leading AI innovation in insurance verification, recently announced the close of its $15 million Series B funding round led by Troutman Pepper Locke client NewSpring Capital, a growth equity firm managing $3.5 billion in capital with over 250 platform investments, via its dedicated growth and expansion strategy, NewSpring Growth. Read a company press release about the investment.
Community Involvement Spotlight: Dan Taroli and the Eastern Pennsylvania Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation
For this week’s Community Involvement Spotlight, we recognize Dan Taroli’s service with the Eastern Pennsylvania Coalition for Abandoned Mine Reclamation (EPCAMR) and the important work that EPCAMR does to improve the environment and economy of our region.
Remembering Stephen Cozen C’61, L’64
Penn Carey Law honors the legacy of Stephen Cozen C’61, L’64, a legal giant in Philadelphia and the Law School community.
Office of Attorney General Wins Ruling, Ban on Luzerne County Home Improvement Contractor and $79K in Restitution for Consumer Victims
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced that a Luzerne County Judge’s ruling on a lawsuit against a local contractor will ban the contractor from working in home improvement Pennsylvania and will result in $79,000 in restitution payments to consumers who were harmed.
Buchanan Attorneys Take the Helm of South Asian Bar Association of Philadelphia
Buchanan Ingersoll & Rooney is proud to announce that two of its attorneys have been named to the South Asian Bar Association of Philadelphia (SABA-Philly) Board of Directors.
Greenberg Traurig Represents The Riverside Company in its Acquisition of The Vomela Companies
Global law firm Greenberg Traurig, LLP represented The Riverside Company (Riverside) in connection with its acquisition of The Vomela Companies (Vomela), including Vomela Specialty Company, C2 Imaging, LLC, and C2 Canada Imaging, ULC, a leading, full-service provider of specialized graphic solutions and associated creative design, engineering, prototyping, installation, and project management services.
A message to the Pitt Law Community from Dean Dickinson
January 15 marked my first day as Dean of Pitt Law, and I could not be more excited or honored to step into this role.
Plaintiff alleges negligence by retail giant over slip-and-fall incident
Shayla Campitelli has taken legal action against Wal-Mart after suffering serious injuries from a slip-and-fall accident at one of their stores in Pennsylvania.
Restaurant Patron Sues PJW Restaurant Group Over Negligence After Chair Collapse
Florence Trinsey has filed a lawsuit against PJW Restaurant Group following an incident where she sustained severe injuries due to a chair collapse at one of their restaurants.
Plaintiff alleges Defendants' negligence led to severe dog bite injuries
A Pennsylvania man files a lawsuit against local residents claiming their negligence resulted in him being severely injured by their dog while working as a school bus assistant.
Insurance Provider Sues Former Tenant Over Fire Damage Negligence
Atlantic States Insurance Company has filed a lawsuit against CrazyRichard entities and Richard Gottfried over a fire allegedly caused by negligence involving an unauthorized kerosene heater use at a leased property in Broomall, PA.
Plaintiff (insurance company) sues Defendants (vehicle owners/operators) over Motor Vehicle Accident
Chubb National Insurance Company has taken legal action against Sara Alston-Edwards and Davire Gonzalez Thomas following a car accident involving their insured clients Grace and Nicholas Giovanangelo.
Judge: Philadelphia officer right to shoot man who fled into other's home, wouldn't show hands
PHILADELPHIA - The City of Philadelphia has defeated a federal wrongful death lawsuit that says police should have tasered a man instead of shooting him.
McGuireWoods Bolsters Employment Litigation Prowess With Partner Gretchen E. Woodruff
Accomplished litigator Gretchen E. Woodruff has joined McGuireWoods as a partner in Pittsburgh, bringing 14 years of experience advising companies on complicated employment and business disputes and compliance matters.
Leaders in Legal Academia
Reflecting the University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School’s commitment to advancing impactful careers at the forefront of the legal profession, eight Penn Carey Law fellows and graduates have accepted positions at distinguished law schools and universities.