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Zimmer Kunz Results October 28, 2024

ZK Results – Attorneys Joni Mangino and Aaron Weiss Win Affirmance for Employer in West Virginia Supreme Court of Appeals

On September 23, 2024 Zimmer Kunz attorneys Joni Mangino and Aaron Weiss received confirmation that the lower court’s decision was affirmed in holding that their client (who employed Claimant from 2003-2005) was not legally liable for alleged workplace exposure / injuries. See Appalachian Boiler & Fab, LLC v. Caruthers, ___ S.E.3d ___ (W.Va. 2024). The […]

Industry News October 22, 2024

PA Asbestos Update – Jury Awards $3.8M Verdict in Local Asbestos Suit

Recently, a Pittsburgh jury awarded a multi-million dollar verdict to plaintiffs asserting mesothelioma-based asbestos claims. On September 26, 2024, in the matter of Harry Chirdon and Rae Chirdon v. 3M Company, et al (GD 22-016244), the jury awarded a verdict of $3.8 million for the plaintiffs, including a significant $1.5 million in punitive damages. Plaintiff […]

Zimmer Kunz News October 22, 2024

ZK News – Attorney Aaron Weiss Presents on Fermentation & Litigation at Brewers of PA Mid Atlantic Symposium

On October 22, 2024 attorney Aaron Weiss presented to brewery owners and brewers at the Brewers of PA Mid Atlantic Symposium here in Pittsburgh. Aaron’s topic was Fermentation and Litigation, which covered the five main areas of litigation impacting breweries and providing knowledge, context, and comfort to these otherwise intimidating areas of law. Zimmer Kunz […]