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Another lawsuit over near-drowning alleges lifeguard busy on phone
MEDIA - The mother of a child who nearly drowned in a community pool while a lifeguard was busy looking at her phone has filed a second lawsuit.
Lawsuit follows injury at cornhole area of casino
PITTSBURGH - The owner of Hollywood Casino at the Meadows faces a trip-and-fall lawsuit alleging a dangerous cornhole area.
Plaintiff maintains bike company's negligence caused his fall and subsequent injuries
PITTSBURGH – A local man maintains that he sustained a litany of bodily injuries due to the negligence of a bicycle company, which he says caused him to fall off the defectively-manufactured bike he was riding on two separate occasions in 2022.
CVS worker named in personal injury lawsuit wasn't there
PHILADELPHIA – CVS Pharmacy has filed to dismiss litigation from a customer in its Ridley Park store, who alleged that negligence on the part of the store and its personnel caused her to fall and become severely injured nearly two years ago.
Lycoming County and corrections officials deny responsibility for diabetic inmate's death in custody
WILLIAMSPORT – Lycoming County, its prison and its corrections officials have denied liability for claims alleging they allowed an incarcerated man’s diabetic condition to worsen until he died in custody.
Q&A with the new Dean
Widener University Commonwealth Law School welcomed andré douglas pond cummings as its new dean June 1.
Cook & Connect: Ravioli-Making with The Connect Community on June 13, 2024
Join top experts in privacy and AI for an exclusive opportunity to network in Philadelphia with while we craft a delicious Butternut Squash Ravioli!
Lawrence S. Chane Receives Distinguished Estate Planner Award
Blank Rome LLP is pleased to announce that partner Lawrence (Larry) S. Chane was selected as the 2024 Distinguished Estate Planner Award recipient by the Philadelphia Estate Planning Council ("PEPC").
Only in America Humanitarian Award
Philadelphia legal legend Steve Cozen C’61, L’64 has been named the winner of the inaugural Only in America Humanitarian Award from the Weitzman National Museum of American Jewish History, the preeminent national museum dedicated to sharing Jewish stories that shaped the United States.
Mcnees Policy Advisor Kevin Sunday Graduated From the National Security Seminar at Us Army War College
Kevin Sunday, policy advisor with the McNees Strategic Solutions Group, graduated from the U.S. Army War College’s National Security Seminar on June 6.
2024 American Constitution Society Next Generation Leader
Annamarie Hufford-Bucklin L’24 was selected by the American Constitution Society (ACS) as a 2024 Next Generation Leader (NGL).
Who Put the PI in My AI?: Practical Steps for Onboarding AI That Impacts Personal Information on June 11, 2024
Odia Kagan will discuss how businesses should handle artificial intelligence as it relates to personal information.
Duane Morris Partners Brian L. Johnsrud and Stephen H. Sutro Named 2024 BTI Client Service All-Stars
Duane Morris partners Brian L. Johnsrud and Stephen H. Sutro have been named 2024 Client Service All-Stars by BTI Consulting Group.
Tony Licata Honored With 2024 Corporate Leadership Award
Morgan Lewis Chief Operating Officer Anthony A. “Tony” Licata has been honored by the Philadelphia Business Journal as part of its 2024 Corporate Leadership Awards.
The New Title IX Regulations: A 360 View Through the Lens of Higher Education 2024 on June 11
Maureen Holland will present “The New Title IX Regulations: A 360 View Through the Lens of Higher Education 2024,” a webinar hosted by the Pennsylvania Bar Institute.
Former park ranger alleges retaliation by Commonwealth of Pennsylvania over free speech
Jonathan L. Rishel has filed a federal complaint alleging First Amendment retaliation by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania and various officials within its Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR). The case details how inquiries made by Rishel regarding an investigation led to adverse employment actions against him.
Plaintiff alleges racial discrimination against KP Innovative Concepts
Talia Green has filed a lawsuit against KP Innovative Concepts LLC and its owner Michael Palkovic alleging racial discrimination and hostile work environment during her tenure as Housekeeping Supervisor at Delaware Valley Skilled Nursing Center starting March 2022. The complaint details instances of racial harassment by another supervisor which were reportedly ignored by management leading up to an abrupt termination before completing her notice period.
Plaintiff alleges real estate giant conspired to inflate commissions
Scott Davis has filed a class action lawsuit against Hanna Holdings in federal court alleging antitrust violations that have led to inflated real estate commissions and higher home prices. The suit claims that rules enforced by the National Association of Realtors facilitate these practices.
Plaintiff alleges negligence against Delaware County Jail over inmate suicide
Janet Little Owens has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Delaware County Jail following her son’s suicide while incarcerated. The suit alleges negligence on part of multiple entities responsible for Andrew Little’s care despite his known mental health issues.
AG Henry Reaches Agreement with UPMC which Advances Acquisition of Washington Hospital
Attorney General Michelle Henry announced an agreement with UPMC and Washington Health Care Services to preserve affordable access to health care in Washington and Greene Counties in connection with UPMC’s acquisition of Washington Health Care Services.