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Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Sept. 6
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Sept. 6 in the suits below:
Hey PA: 5 new cases to know about, including a fatal fall through a school's roof
Recently filed lawsuits in Pennsylvania courts include a wrongful death lawsuit against a roofing company and other firms, plus another such suit involving a woman killed in an automobile-pedestrian accident.
Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord Announce Merger
Troutman Pepper and Locke Lord have agreed to merge effective January 1, 2025.
Delaware County Court of Common Pleas: Actions Taken on Sept. 5
The Delaware County Court of Common Pleas reported the following activity on Sept. 5 in the suits below:
Claim kicked from wrongful death case against Shohola nursing home
SCRANTON – A federal magistrate judge’s report and recommendation has been adopted in full, in a wrongful death lawsuit brought against a Shohola nursing home which alleged that negligent care on its part and that of others, led to the death of the plaintiff’s husband.
AG Henry Announces New Protections For Pennsylvania Car Buyers
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced an amendment to the Pennsylvania Automotive Industry Trade Practices regulations that provides new protections to Pennsylvanians when shopping for and purchasing motor vehicles.
Care Home Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Abuse and Negligence
A Pennsylvania care home is facing serious allegations after an elderly dementia patient was reportedly assaulted by a staff member leading to significant injuries and hospitalization. The lawsuit filed by Jennifer J. Cole seeks compensatory damages for her father's suffering due to alleged negligence at Fawn Personal Care Home.
Patient Alleges Negligence Against Major Pennsylvania Health Network
Carole Attisano has filed a lawsuit against Allegheny Health Network and West Penn Hospital alleging severe negligence during her treatment which resulted in significant injuries including a full-thickness tear of her left rotator cuff.
Philadelphia Woman Sues Giant Food Supermarket Over Negligence Leading To Injuries
Gloria Smith has filed a lawsuit against Giant Food Supermarket for alleged negligence resulting in serious injuries after slipping on spilled juice in their Lansdowne store last year. She seeks $50,000 in damages plus associated costs.
Delaware Woman Sues Local Nail Salon Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Infection
Lorie Ann Marvel has filed a lawsuit against Red Lion Nails & Spa LLC alleging negligence after she suffered an infection from unsanitary manicure tools. The suit seeks damages up to $50,000 plus legal fees.
Nursing Home Accused of Negligence Leading to Resident's Death
A lawsuit has been filed against Yeadon Rehabilitation and Nursing Center alleging negligence leading to multiple falls and ultimately the death of resident Carmella LaBruna. Filed by Jasmine Hendri Montecarlo in Delaware County Court on July 5th, the suit seeks over $50k in damages for wrongful death and survival action claims.
Mother Sues Healthcare Facility Over Alleged Negligence Leading to Son's Death
Tina Jones has filed a lawsuit against Crozer Health d/b/a Crozer-Chester Medical Center and Dr. Wei Bin for alleged professional negligence resulting in her son's death. The suit details multiple failures in patient care leading up to Bruce Bellinger Jr.'s passing on August 23, 2022.
Plaintiff accuses Alzheimer’s care center of negligence leading to severe injury
A lawsuit filed in Allegheny County accuses Whitetail Springs Alzheimer's Special Care Center of negligence resulting in severe injury to a resident with dementia. The plaintiff seeks compensatory damages for pain and suffering caused by alleged inadequate care at the facility.
Plaintiffs Allege Defective Design Caused Daughter's Drowning Death
A lawsuit has been filed against Bombardier Recreational Products Inc., claiming that design flaws in their Sea-Doo watercraft led to the tragic drowning of Lorena Lauer in July 2022. Her parents seek compensatory and punitive damages exceeding $75,000 for negligence and other claims.
Husband Sues Healthcare Providers Over Wife’s Death Following Surgery
Jermaine Taylor has filed a lawsuit against several healthcare providers alleging that their negligence led to his wife Tanicka's death following surgery at UPMC Harrisburg last year. The case involves claims of professional liability against Dr. Vijay G Menon and corporate negligence against associated medical entities.
Family Sues Nursing Home Over Alleged Negligence Leading To Resident's Death
A new lawsuit has been filed against a nursing home alleging severe negligence resulting in a resident's death due to improper care by an employee with a history of abuse. The plaintiff seeks compensatory and punitive damages for the wrongful death caused by alleged gross misconduct at the facility.
Technology Company Accused of Charging Exorbitant Fees on Cash Advances
A class action lawsuit has been filed against Bridge It Inc., accusing it of charging exorbitant fees on cash advances through its app Brigit. The plaintiffs claim these practices violate Pennsylvania’s interest rate laws and seek restitution along with other damages.
Patient Alleges Chiropractor’s Negligence Led to Vision Problems
Amy Kaiser has filed a lawsuit against chiropractor John Talarico for alleged medical negligence following a routine chiropractic adjustment that resulted in serious vision issues. The case highlights critical concerns about patient care standards in chiropractic treatments.
Fitness Company Accused of Violating ADA Due to Inaccessible Website
A Pennsylvania resident has filed a class-action lawsuit against Sweat Inc., alleging that their website violates the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) by being inaccessible to visually impaired users. The plaintiff seeks significant changes including web accessibility improvements and employee training.
Pa. judge tells lawyers to fess up when using AI in her court
SCRANTON – As the use of artificial intelligence (AI) proliferates, one federal judge in Pennsylvania has made it clear that use of the tool in her courtroom will only occur if it is disclosed and what portions of legal documents it was used to generate are clearly specified.