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Friday, March 29, 2024

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Legal Media Recognizes Shook Trial Team for Defense Verdict

By The Penn Record |
Shook was among the trial teams recognized by ALM for Runner-Up Litigators of the Week. Shook, along with other firms, obtained a defense verdict in a series of Roundup trials, this one in the Philadelphia Court of Common Pleas.

Professional Activity Profile: Robert D. Schaub, Vice Chair of the Community and Public Relations Committee of the Pennsylvania Bar Association

By The Penn Record |
As part of our Professional Activity Profile, we highlight the service of Robert D. Schaub, the Chair of our Litigation Department, with the Community and Public Relations Committee of the Pennsylvania Bar Association.

2024 Dri Toxic Torts and Environmental Law Seminar (Ethylene Oxide Panel), Hosted by Defense Research Institute on March 22

By The Penn Record |
The 2024 DRI Toxic Torts and Enivronmental Law Seminar will provide a comprehensive review of developments related to toxic tort and environmental law, particularly as it relates to emerging chemicals of concern.

The Legal Intelligencer Recognizes Morgan Lewis in 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards

By The Penn Record |
Morgan Lewis has been named the winner in five categories and a finalist in four others, including Law Firm of the Year, for The Legal Intelligencer’s 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards. The annual awards recognize the achievements of lawyers and law firms in Pennsylvania and Delaware.

Hershey faces lawsuit over smoke-filled hotel room

By Pennsylvania Record |
HARRISBURG - A woman who visited The Hotel Hershey, only to wake up in a room full of smoke is suing Hershey, claiming its smoke detectors didn't work properly.

Wrongful death lawsuit against Safelite says windshield failed to stop metal object

By Pennsylvania Record |
PHILADELPHIA - The estate of a woman killed when a piece of metal came through her windshield while driving is suing Safelite.

Lawsuit over proposed mail-in ballot drop-off sites in Allegheny County may be quickly resolved

By Nicholas Malfitano |
PITTSBURGH – Litigation brought just last week by an Allegheny County councilman and four County citizens and voters against the County Executive, the County Board of Elections and the County itself over the proposed implementation of five mail-in ballot drop-off sites for next month’s primary election, looks to soon be amicably resolved.

Allegheny County Sheriff's Office employee loses religious exemption case over COVID vax

By Nicholas Malfitano |
PITTSBURGH – Allegheny County and its Sheriff’s Office have won dismissal of litigation which alleged that they failed to reasonably accommodate the religious beliefs of one of its employees, when it mandated obtaining vaccination against COVID-19.

Nonprofit group who said Federal Highway Administration violated National Environmental Policy Act wants summary judgment

By Nicholas Malfitano |
HARRISBURG – An environmental nonprofit group has motioned for summary judgment in its case against a component of the U.S. Department of Transportation and its chief, over claims that the highway agency failed to conduct environmental impact reports for a proposed highway extension, as required by the National Environmental Policy Act.

Estate of man killed by passing vehicle maintains Marple Township police officers were responsible

By Nicholas Malfitano |
PHILADELPHIA – The estate of a man left at a bus stop while in an intoxicated state by Marple Township police officers and killed by a passing vehicle shortly thereafter more than two years ago, has reiterated claims that the Township, its Police Department and a plethora of officers the plaintiff believes are responsible for the man’s death.

5-Star Real Estate Department Review

By The Penn Record |
“Very knowledgeable, courteous, and professional.

2024 NASP Spring Conference on March 21, 2024

By The Penn Record |
Suzanne C. Radcliff and Joseph F. Rich of Cozen O’Connor’s Subrogation & Recovery Department will present at the 2024 NASP Spring Conference in Hershey, Pennsylvania.

Troutman Pepper Wins 3 Pennsylvania Legal Awards, Shortlisted for 3 More

By The Penn Record |
The Legal Intelligencer has recognized Troutman Pepper’s Joan Arnold, Andrew Medeiros, and Zachary Torres-Fowler with three Pennsylvania Legal Awards, and the firm and Partner Deborah Spranger are finalists in three additional categories. All winners will be announced at a May 15 awards dinner.

The Business of Artificial Intelligence: Practical Applications in the IP Ecosystem on March 20-21, 2024

By The Penn Record |
Blank Rome partner David M. Perry, co-chair of the firm’s Intellectual Property & Technology practice group, is serving as co-chair and panel moderator for the International Trademark Association’s The Business of Artificial Intelligence: Practical Applications in the IP Ecosystem conference, being held March 20 and 21, 2024, at Convene in New York City.

Lauren McKenna Named a Distinguished Leader in Pennsylvania Legal Awards

By The Penn Record |
Fox Rothschild congratulates Lauren P. McKenna on being selected to The Legal Intelligencer’s 2024 list of Distinguished Leaders.

You’re Killing Me, Smalls: Circuit Splits We’d Like to See Resolved on March 20, 2024

By The Penn Record |
Joshua Bachrach (Partner-Philadelphia) will present “You’re Killing Me, Smalls: Circuit Splits We’d Like to See Resolved” at the DRI Life, Health, Disability, and ERISA Seminar held in Philadelphia on March 20-24, 2024.

Private Equity Investments in Healthcare on March 20, 2024

By The Penn Record |
Join us on March 20th to explore the intersection of private equity and healthcare.

Empowering Voices: Dilworth’s Women Leaders Illuminate Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion

By The Penn Record |
During Women’s History Month, Dilworth proudly celebrates the strength, leadership, and accomplishments of the remarkable women in the firm.

Reed Smith honored in 6 Pennsylvania Legal Award categories on March 14, 2024

By The Penn Record |
Reed Smith was named a finalist in four categories and a winner in two more for the upcoming 2024 Pennsylvania Legal Awards.

Reed Smith remembers Kristi Ifft Wells, trailblazing M&A lawyer

By The Penn Record |
Reed Smith is saddened to announce the passing of Kristi Ifft Wells, a longtime Reed Smith partner, nationally recognized dealmaker, mentor and supporter of numerous community causes in Pittsburgh.