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Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board looks to dismiss sexual harassment and disability discrimination suit
JOHNSTOWN – The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board and several liquor store employees have motioned to dismiss litigation from a former store clerk, which alleged she was sexually harassed and denied disability accommodations during her time working at the store.
Engineer in 2015 Philly Amtrak derailment wants to drop lawsuit over legal costs
PHILADELPHIA – The engineer of an Amtrak train that crashed and derailed in Philadelphia in 2015 is seeking to withdraw his suit against the transit company that pursued indemnification and restitution for costs he incurred in defending himself both civilly and criminally in proceedings stemming from the accident.
Standing Order 23-15 Appointment of Daryl F. Bloom as Full-Time Magistrate Judge
In accordance with the authority conferred by Title 28 U.S.C, Section 631 , et seq., and the requirements of the applicable statute and the Judicial Conference of the United States regarding the appointment of United States Magistrate Judges having been satisfied.
Freedom of Speech at Universities on October 6, 2023
Thomas Wilkinson will moderate the “Freedom of Speech at Universities” panel at the Pennsylvania Bar Association 32nd Minority Attorney Conference.
CVS refutes claims it improperly prescribed medication to Upper Darby customer
PHILADELPHIA – CVS Pharmacy has denied allegations that it improperly and incorrectly prescribed medication to one of its customers - an Upper Darby woman who says she suffered adverse reactions as a result.
Delaware Valley University believes it's not at fault for woman's fall on shower floor
PHILADELPHIA – Delaware Valley University has denied claims from a New Jersey woman who alleged that she fell inside a shower area on the school campus due to the institution’s negligence.
Judge severs nearly all plaintiffs from COVID-19 vaccine mandate suit versus Allegheny County and others
PITTSBURGH – A federal judge has severed the civil rights violation claims of 14 former employee plaintiffs against Allegheny County and various County executives, over the County’s institution of a COVID-19 vaccine mandate that resulted in the plaintiffs losing their jobs.
Lawsuit alleges ADA class action lawyers froze partner out of FedEx fees
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) - Class action lawyers who hit FedEx with a lawsuit over whether the company's drop boxes could be accessed by wheelchair-bound individuals are now fighting over nearly $1 million in fees.
20 People to Know in Law: Amy Joseph Coles, Blank Rome
Blank Rome partner Amy Joseph Coles, who serves as co-chair of the firm's Pittsburgh office, was featured in the Pittsburgh Business Times' "20 People to Know in Law."
Bradley Partner Andy Robison Elected to World Services Group Board of Directors
Bradley is pleased to announce that partner J. Andrew Robison has been elected to a four-year term on the World Services Group (WSG) 2023-2024 Board of Directors.
Crozer Health entities fight lawsuit after man's death during cataract removal surgery
MEDIA – Crozer Health entities have objected to corporate negligence claims from the widow of a Clifton Heights man, who said her late husband died during a cataract removal surgery because the attending physician and anesthesiologist ignored his extensive history of diagnosed medical issues and administered too much anesthesia to him, eventually leading to his death.
Class action: Delaware lender violated Pa. state rules on capping loan interest rates
ERIE – A pair of in-state plaintiffs have alleged that a Delaware-based lender has violated Pennsylvania guidelines setting a cap on interest rates, and has filed class action litigation against that same lender.
Pa. resort says wheelchair-bound husband's injuries from pavement drop-off were not its fault
PITTSBURGH – A Pennsylvania resort has objected to allegations that it was liable for injuries suffered by one-half of a New Jersey couple, due to an uneven drop-off between a cement walkway and a pebbled path which led to the husband-plaintiff falling off his motorized wheelchair.
Giant Eagle counters claims that shopper fell through exposed portion of store floor
PITTSBURGH – A Giant Eagle supermarket in Export has rejected allegations from a local man that its negligence led him to fall through an exposed section of the store flooring during a shopping trip.
Mountain and BMX bike park denies liability for man's pair of broken ankles
PITTSBURGH – An indoor mountain and BMX bike park in Pittsburgh denied liability for two broken ankles and other injuries allegedly suffered by a local man, when he visited the park almost two years ago.
AI Era: Challenges and Opportunities in AI Oversight on October 5, 2023
AI’s promise of innovation and efficiency is undeniable, but its use raises concerns regarding the responsible use of AI & Machine Learning (ML) technologies, along with privacy and consent.
Insurance Staff Attorney Committee Lunch & Learn: Building Your Case Through Effective Depositions on October 4, 2023
Karen Romano is Chief Deputy Attorney General in charge of the Civil Litigation Section of the Office of Attorney General (OAG) where she oversees a team of 27 litigators.
AG Henry Joins FTC Lawsuit against Amazon to Lessen Monopoly Power, Protect Pennsylvania Buyers and Sellers
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced her office has joined the Federal Trade Commission and 16 other Attorneys General in a lawsuit that would lessen Amazon.com, Inc.’s monopolistic practices that are detrimental to both sellers and buyers on the online mega-store platform.
Faith Friendship Villa named in sexual assault lawsuit over Zook scandal
LANCASTER - An individual has filed a lawsuit against Faith Friendship Villa claiming that they were sexually assaulted by one of the organization's employees.
Former Somerset County DA Jeffrey Thomas faces sexual assault lawsuit
A woman has filed a lawsuit claiming that Somerset County District Attorney Jeffrey Thomas sent her sexually violent text messages for months before breaking into her home and physically and sexually assaulting her.