FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Attorney Laura E. Laughlin of Messa & Associates wins unanimous jury verdict in excess of $1 million for Survivors of Childhood Sexual Abuse Philadelphia, PA – August 5, 2025 On Thursday, July 31, 2025, Attorney Laura E. Laughlin of Messa & Associates won a unanimous 8-0 jury verdict of $1,020,000.00 on behalf ⇒ Read More
June 25, 2025
New Partners at Messa & Associates!
Join us in congratulating Alaina A. Gregorio and Ashley B. DiLiberto on their roles as Partner at Messa & Associates! Since joining our firm, Alaina and Ashley have shown unparalleled dedication and unwavering commitment to serving our clients. Congratulations Alaina and Ashley on this well-deserved achievement and here’s to their continuing success in championing the ⇒ Read More
June 18, 2025
New Roles in the PTLA for Tom Sweeney and Ray Arreola
In the Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association annual meeting two Messa & Associates partners were elected to new leadership roles. Thomas N. Sweeney will serve as President Elect and Ramon A. Arreola is the Assistant Treasurer. The Philadelphia Trial Lawyers Association (PTLA) is dedicated to the preservation of Civil Justice System and every citizen’s right to ⇒ Read More
June 10, 2025
Farmers Markets and Furry Friends
As the weather gets warmer, people are enjoying the outdoors with their furry friends. However, your local farmers market might not be one of those places. Let’s talk about the reasons some markets ban pets and how to keep people safe if yours allows them. Some pet bans are being implemented at a state level ⇒ Read More
June 9, 2025
Nationwide Recall of Zicam and Orajel Swabs Due to Microbial Contamination
Church & Dwight Co., Inc. is voluntarily recalling all lots within expiry of Zicam® Cold Remedy Nasal Swabs, Zicam® Nasal AllClear Swabs, and Orajel™ Baby Teething Swabs to the consumer level. The products are being recalled due to potential microbial contamination identified as fungi in cotton swab components. Swabs found to contain microbial contamination can ⇒ Read More
May 29, 2025
Hotel Security & Premise Liability
By: Samantha M. Spinelli, Esq. Imagine you’re on vacation and staying at a nice hotel—a famous international chain. Also, imagine that also staying at your hotel are rowdy college kids who have been drinking all weekend. While out at the pool, one of these college students unexpectedly starts an argument with you. You do your ⇒ Read More
May 29, 2025
Rubbermaid & Ziploc sued over alleged ‘dangerous’ microplastics
Two women in California are claiming that Newell Brands, the maker of Rubbermaid, has duped consumers by failing to disclose that its products may expose them to harmful microplastics. Marija Andesilic and Passion Lowe are suing Newell over the alleged misrepresentation of Rubbermaid containers labeled “microwave safe,” “microwave reheatable” and “freezer safe,” according to an ⇒ Read More
April 21, 2025
Spinal Cord Stimulator Implant Lawsuits
By Ashley DiLiberto, Esq. Spinal cord stimulators are marketed as life-changing medical devices designed to relieve chronic pain. But for many patients, these implants have led to more harm than healing — including electric shocks, burning sensations, device migration, and even paralysis. If you or a loved one has experienced serious complications from a spinal ⇒ Read More
April 18, 2025
April is Sexual Assault Awareness & Child Abuse Prevention Month
By: Laura E. Laughlin, Esq. Every April, we observe two deeply important causes: Sexual Assault Awareness Month and Child Abuse Prevention Month. These observances are an opportunity to not only raise awareness, but also to reaffirm our commitment as lawyers to protecting vulnerable individuals and supporting survivors on their journey to justice and healing. Understanding ⇒ Read More