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NADOA - Dallas/Ft Worth Regional Seminar "A Guide to Escheat" on June 5-6, 2024
Join Autumn Homza and George Tsoflias of the Reed Smith Unclaimed Property Team as they will be participating in the National Association of Division Order Analysts (NADOA) Regional Seminar in Dallas, Texas.
**Plaintiff Alleges Racial Discrimination by Pennsylvania Department of Transportation**
Anthony Jiles has filed a lawsuit against his employer—the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation—alleging racial discrimination in violation of Title VII after being denied vacation requests while less senior white colleagues were approved. The case also involves claims against AFSCME for failing to fairly represent him during grievances.
Plaintiff Alleges Negligence Against Home Depot Over Defective Rental Truck Incident
William Powers has filed a lawsuit against Home Depot alleging negligence after sustaining serious injuries while using one of their rental trucks which malfunctioned during use causing significant harm and property damage. The case highlights alleged failures in product safety standards by Home Depot.
Essex Law Alleges Racial Discrimination by Borough of Rochester
Essex Law has filed a civil complaint against the Borough of Rochester alleging racial discrimination in hiring practices dating back decades. The lawsuit details multiple instances where applications submitted by African Americans were allegedly ignored or misplaced while positions were filled by Caucasian individuals.
The Latest in Labor: Everything You Need to Know About the NLRB But Wish You Didn’t on June 4, 2024
Kelly Kindig will present “The Latest in Labor: Everything You Need to Know About the NLRB But Wish You Didn’t” at the Greater Philadelphia Chapter of the Association of Corporate Counsel 2024 Employment & Labor CLE Institute.
Superior Court affirms order to green-light new trial for man injured by electric pallet jack
HARRISBURG – The Superior Court of Pennsylvania has affirmed a trial court order granting the plaintiff injured by an electric pallet jack in a product liability action, a new trial.
Woman pursuing claims against Wilkes-Barre and cops over her pedestrian accident passes away
SCRANTON – A plaintiff who alleged liability against the City of Wilkes-Barre, two of its police officers and other defendants for injuries that she allegedly suffered – when, as a pedestrian crossing the street in that city, she was struck by a car driven by a suspect who was fleeing arrest from officers of the Wilkes-Barre Police Department – has passed away.
SEPTA manager fired over not taking drug test may be reinstated
PHILADELPHIA – A local man who sued the Southeastern Pennsylvania Transportation Authority (SEPTA) and claimed that the transport agency violated the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, when a medical condition he says prevented him from participating in drug screen testing, resulted in his termination, may soon settle his case with reinstatement.
Corporate COffee Break: Developing Challenges & Market Condition Concerns in Public Finance on June 4, 2024
Governmental and nonprofit organizations who benefit from tax-exempt municipal bonds are often confronted with navigating a myriad tax, securities, and market issues in order to complete a financing.
Jennifer P. Richnafsky Joins Steptoe & Johnson’s Labor & Employment Team
Steptoe & Johnson PLLC is pleased to welcome Jennifer P. Richnafsky to its Pittsburgh office as Of Counsel in the Labor & Employment Department.
Plaintiff Alleges Curwensville Area School District Engaged in Age Discrimination
Melony Maines has filed a lawsuit against Curwensville Area School District alleging age discrimination after being demoted from her teaching position at age 63. The suit seeks compensatory damages along with other forms of relief.
Codorun Farms Alleges Harassment by West Manchester Township Over Property Disputes
Codorun Farms has filed a civil rights complaint against West Manchester Township alleging harassment through arbitrary fines and penalties following disputes over property management practices. The farm seeks judgment exceeding $75,000 plus additional damages.
Diane Hendricks sues PillPack by Amazon Pharmacy for Negligence
Diane Hendricks has filed a negligence lawsuit against PillPack by Amazon Pharmacy alleging improper cessation of heart medication delivery without notice or approval leading to severe health consequences. The suit seeks damages exceeding $75,000.
High School Student Sues Panera Bread Over Cardiac Arrest Allegedly Caused by Charged Lemonade
Luke Adams has filed a lawsuit against Panera Bread Company alleging that their Charged Lemonade caused him severe health issues including cardiac arrest due to its high caffeine content and other stimulants. The case highlights concerns over product safety and labeling practices in energy drinks marketed as harmless beverages.
Township Supervisor Sues Robeson Township Over Recording Restrictions
Timothy B. Bitler Sr., a township supervisor in Robeson Township, has filed a lawsuit challenging new restrictions on audio and video recordings during public meetings. The suit alleges that these restrictions violate his First Amendment rights by imposing unreasonable prior restraints on speech and press freedoms.
Former Employee Alleges PrimePay Violated ADA and ADEA
Seth R. Eisman has filed a lawsuit against PrimePay alleging wrongful termination due to age and disability discrimination under ADA and ADEA laws. The case highlights issues surrounding workplace accommodations for medical conditions and potential retaliatory practices by employers.
Small Business Owner Alleges Coordinated Fraud Against Online Meat Retailer
Frank Tufano has filed a lawsuit against multiple defendants alleging they conspired to defraud his online meat retail business through coordinated chargebacks and false reviews. The case seeks substantial financial compensation and amendments to fraudulent reviews.
Plaintiff Alleges Allegheny County Sheriff's Office Violated Constitutional Rights During Fugitive Search
Preston Johnston has filed a lawsuit against Allegheny County Sheriff’s Office alleging violations of his constitutional rights during a fugitive search at his recording studio in Pittsburgh last year. The case involves accusations including unlawful search and seizure as well as malicious prosecution.
Man's slip on banana peel leads to lawsuit
SCRANTON - A banana peel is to blame for a man's fall at a Sunoco gas station, a lawsuit seeking damages from the company says.
Whole Foods sued after pretzels send man to hospital
PITTSBURGH - A man who suffered shock from consuming peanuts is suing Whole Foods, claiming its almond butter-filled pretzels contained his allergen.