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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.
Consumer Alert: AG Henry Warns Pennsylvanians that Big Lots’ Bankruptcy Could Close 64 Stores Across the Commonwealth
Attorney General Michelle Henry is notifying Pennsylvania consumers that Big Lots — one of the nation’s largest closeout retailers — recently announced that it could close the remainder of its stores amidst Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings.
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.
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.
Lawsuit: Neighbors gain political power in small town to harass used car dealer
PITTSBURGH - A used auto dealer claims his neighbors amassed political power in a Fayette County town in order to shut his business down.
Troutman Pepper Locke Launches ‘PE Pathways’ Podcast
The private equity landscape is constantly evolving, with new trends, regulatory changes, and innovative investment strategies shaping the future of the industry. To help listeners stay informed and navigate these complexities, Troutman Pepper Locke is launching its latest podcast, PE Pathways.
Jay A. Dorsch Appointed to the 2025 ERISA Advisory Council by U.S. Department of Labor
Jay Dorsch, chair of Cozen O’Connor’s Employee Benefits and Executive Compensation Practice, was appointed by the U.S. Department of Labor to the 2025 ERISA Advisory Council.
Pennsylvania faces suit for COVID-era parole of inmate who allegedly later shot two men
PHILADELPHIA - A Philadelphia parking officer blames the Pennsylvania's Department of Corrections for releasing an inmate during the COVID pandemic who allegedly later shot him in the head, days after shooting a gas station attendant in New York.
Widener Law Commonwealth Alumna Bunmi Emenanjo: From Legal Career Award-Winning Author
Bunmi Emenanjo, a 2005 graduate of Widener Law Commonwealth, has seamlessly navigated between two worlds: law and literature.
McGuireWoods and Kaplan Award LSAT Prep Scholarship to Pitt Student
On Nov. 15, 2024, McGuireWoods partner Alex Madrid awarded the McGuireWoods-Kaplan LSAT Prep Scholarship to Mela Brown of the University of Pittsburgh as part of the University of Pittsburgh School of Law Student of Color Visitation Day.
Will FTC's case against Meta impact UPMC? Hospital accused of too much power
PITTSBURGH - Workers at University of Pittsburgh Medical Center are hoping a recent decision in an antitrust case against Facebook-owner Meta will work to their advantage, as they sue their employer.
Plaintiffs Allege Local Restaurant Negligence Led to Severe Injuries
A lawsuit has been filed by Susan and Richard Arensmeyer against Not Just Wings following an incident where Susan sustained severe injuries due to alleged negligence at their premises.
Business Invitee Sues Colonial Kitchen for Negligence After Slip-and-Fall Incident
Tahari Wright has filed a lawsuit against Colonial Kitchen Restaurant Inc., alleging negligence after sustaining injuries from a slip-and-fall incident on their premises.
Patron Alleges Negligence Against Nail Salon Following Slip-and-Fall Incident
Donna Ashbridge has taken legal action against M&A Nails & Spa following an alleged slip-and-fall incident resulting in serious injuries at their Springfield location.
Plaintiff Shareholder Accuses Insurance Company Executives of Breach Of Fiduciary Duty
Anthony Morgan has filed a derivative lawsuit against current and former executives at Lincoln National Corporation for breach of fiduciary duty and unjust enrichment related to misleading financial statements that caused significant stock losses.
Lincoln National Corporation Shareholder Alleges Breach of Fiduciary Duty Against Company's Leadership
A shareholder has filed a derivative lawsuit against Lincoln National Corporation's leadership for breach of fiduciary duty and unjust enrichment following significant financial misstatements that caused substantial stock value loss
Plaintiff insurance company sues individual over motor vehicle accident damages
New Jersey Manufacturers Insurance Company has initiated legal action against Robin Terry following a motor vehicle accident involving their insured party's parked car in Darby Township last May.
Professor Juliet Moringiello Honored with Prestigious AALS Mentorship Award
Widener University Commonwealth Law School Professor Juliet Moringiello, who also serves as associate dean for academic affairs, has been named the recipient of the 2025 mentorship award by the Association of American Law Schools, known as AALS, section on Commercial and Consumer Law.
Littler Appoints Two New Office Managing Shareholders
Littler, the world’s largest employment and labor law practice representing management, has appointed two new office managing shareholders (OMS).