Case UpdateJanuary 9, 2014
Snizavich v. Rohm & Haas Co.: Defining Admissibility Standards for Expert Testimony In Pennsylvania
The Pennsylvania Superior Court affirmed the trial court's ruling that the Plaintiff's expert testimony was inadmissible as it failed to meet minimum admissibility requirements, because the expert was relying only on his own personal beliefs.
Legal DevelopmentNovember 25, 2013
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Allows Employees to File Civil Lawsuits against Employers
On November 22, the Pennsylvania Supreme Court issued a significant ruling affecting the rights of employees to pursue civil remedies against their employers in certain circumstances.
Legislative UpdateApril 13, 2011
Pennsylvania Congress Considers Reform of Comparative Negligence Law
The Pennsylvania House of Representatives passed a Bill to amend Pennsylvania law relating to comparative damages, a development with significant implications for civil defense litigation throughout the Commonwealth.
Firm NewsFebruary 25, 2011
Willman & Silvaggio, LLP Sponsors Cutting-Edge Issues in Asbestos Litigation Conference
The firm sponsored the Cutting-Edge Issues in Asbestos Litigation Conference held March 3–4, 2011 at the Beverly Wilshire, A Four Seasons Hotel, Beverly Hills, CA.
Legal DevelopmentOctober 14, 2010
Pennsylvania Courts Address Daubert Standard in Complex Toxic Tort Cases
Recent decisions from Pennsylvania courts have continued to refine the standards for admissibility of expert scientific testimony in toxic tort and mass tort litigation, with important implications for defense strategy.
Firm NewsJune 3, 2010
Firm Expands Toxic Tort Defense Practice
Willman & Silvaggio LLP has expanded its toxic tort defense capabilities to better serve insurance carrier clients managing large inventories of asbestos and environmental exposure claims across multiple jurisdictions.