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Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Aug. 26
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Aug. 26 in the suits below:
Appointment to the Administrative Conference of the United States
University of Pennsylvania Carey Law School Professor of Law Kate Shaw is among the newest appointed members and senior fellows of the Administrative Conference of the United States (ACUS).
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Aug. 25
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Aug. 25 in the suits below:
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Aug. 24
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Aug. 24 in the suits below:
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Aug. 23
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Aug. 23 in the suits below:
TikTok to face suit after 10-year-old dies doing 'Blackout Challenge'
PHILADELPHIA – The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Third Circuit has reinstated a Chester woman’s wrongful death lawsuit against social media app TikTok, filed after her 10-year-old daughter died in December 2021 due to attempting a “Blackout Challenge” and which had been previously dismissed by a lower court federal judge.
AG Henry Reaches $50K Settlement with Butler County Landlord for Alleged Overbilling; Restitution Available for Eligible Consumers
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced a $50,000 settlement with Butler County-based landlord A.R. Building Company, Inc. regarding its alleged unlawful billing, leasing, and debt collection practices.
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Residential Services Provider
A former program specialist has filed a lawsuit against Laurel House Inc., alleging severe discrimination and retaliation due to multiple disabilities including Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS), Barrett’s Esophagus (BE), and asthma. The plaintiff seeks judgment favoring all appropriate remedies under ADA & PHRA laws including attorney fees/costs asserting intentional/reckless disregard shown towards federally protected rights working free from discrimination/retaliation based upon disability status while employed at defendant organization
Former Employee Alleges Disability Discrimination Against Home Improvement Company
A former employee has sued Ambassador Home Improvements Inc., alleging disability discrimination after being terminated due to a stutter linked to anxiety and PTSD. The lawsuit claims violations under the Americans with Disabilities Act and seeks compensatory damages among other reliefs.
Contractor Sues Local Borough Officials Over Alleged Unlawful Arrest
Jerry D.Brown has filed a lawsuit against Harveys Lake Borough officials alleging unlawful arrest following a construction contract dispute with Manuel Santana.The case involves accusations ranging from breach of contract to malicious prosecution
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Aug. 22
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Aug. 22 in the suits below:
Former Employee Alleges Age and Disability Discrimination Against Energy Company
James DeSoto has filed a lawsuit against DCO Energy LLC and its subsidiary for alleged age discrimination, disability discrimination, hostile work environment, and wrongful termination during his brief employment period. The case includes accusations under multiple federal laws including ADEA and ADA.
Gym Patron Alleges Negligence Against Fitness Center Over Faulty Equipment Injury
Alexa Schlegel has filed a lawsuit against W.O.L.F. Fitness Gyms alleging negligence after sustaining severe injuries from faulty equipment at their North Wales location. The suit seeks over $150,000 in damages for medical expenses and suffering.
Former Employee Alleges Discrimination Against Employer Under ADA
Victoria J.Chirico has filed a lawsuit against The Buncher Company alleging discrimination based on age and disability as well as retaliation for exercising her rights under FMLA.The complaint details various incidents leading up to her constructive discharge in June 2023.
'Sham affidavit' costs plaintiff in religious discrimination case against Philadelphia
PHILADELPHIA – A federal judge has thrown out a foreman’s age, religious discrimination and retaliation lawsuit against the City of Philadelphia and two of its employees, after the defendants protested that a 10-page affidavit submitted by the plaintiff was “a sham” and contradicted his previous deposition testimony.
Should convicted murderer ever get to have sex with his wife? Court says Pennsylvania hasn't shown why not
PHILADELPHIA (Legal Newsline) - A Muslim man's decade-long quest to have sex with his wife has been given a small measure of new life by a federal appeals court that says Pennsylvania must prove it would be a bad idea.
One Year Later: How Troutman Pepper’s Generative AI Assistant Athena Has Transformed Legal Services Delivery
In the year since the firmwide launch of Athena, Troutman Pepper’s generative AI assistant, the firm has experienced overwhelming success and adoption by over 1,000 users, representing more than 40% of attorneys and professional staff.
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Aug. 21
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Aug. 21 in the suits below:
Plaintiff Alleges Major Aerospace Company Engaged in Age and Disability Discrimination
John Fisher has filed a lawsuit against The Boeing Company alleging wrongful termination based on age and disability discrimination as well as retaliation for taking federally protected medical leave. The case includes claims under multiple federal laws including ADEA and ADA along with state laws like NJLAD.
Plaintiff accuses transit company of negligence after paratransit van accident
Lawrence White has filed a lawsuit against S&S Transit in Allegheny County Court following an incident where his wheelchair flipped inside a paratransit van causing severe injuries. The plaintiff seeks over $50,000 in damages citing negligence in passenger safety protocols.