Dettmer v. Norfolk Southern Railway Co. et al

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Case overview

Case Number:

4:23-cv-00345

Court:

Ohio Northern

Nature of Suit:

P.I.: Other

Multi Party Litigation:

Class Action

Judge:

Benita Y. Pearson

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  1. March 08, 2023

    Ohio Judge Seeks Consolidation Plan For 18 Derailment Suits

    U.S. District Judge Benita Y. Pearson from the Northern District of Ohio on Wednesday gave counsel one week to propose a consolidation structure for 18 separate class action lawsuits brought against Norfolk Southern over the catastrophic derailment last month in East Palestine. 

  2. February 23, 2023

    Norfolk Southern Hit With Another Derailment Suit

    Residents who live near the site of the Feb. 3 Norfolk Southern train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, that caused a chemical spill and fire are filing a second federal class action, alleging that the community faces health and safety hazards because the corporation was negligent and prioritized profits over safety standards.