News from October 2015
Pet food supplier being sued for allegedly using slave labor
Plaintiffs argue that defendants Mars, Iams and Proctor and Gamble, working with Thai Union, use slave labor as their main work force.
Baltimore court launches new docket focused on veterans' rehabilitation
The District Court in Baltimore City is set to launch its first Veterans Treatment Docket on October 13, 2015.
Anti-tobacco group: Too early to know lasting effects of e-cigarettes
A California man has filed a class action against R.J. Reynolds Vapor Co., claiming the company engaged in unfair and deceptive marketing in regards to their electronic tobacco products.
Florida Bar committee, plaintiffs lawyers push for rejection of new standard on expert witness testimony
After nearly two years of seeking public input, the state Bar’s Code and Rules of Evidence Committee voted to reject the Daubert standard, which is tougher on expert testimony. The Bar’s BOG plans to review the committee’s recommendation later this month.
New York man sues Shiloh Industries for allegedly misleading stock holders
Raymond Thomas claims that company failed to properly disclose, or made false, statements regarding its irregularities in accounting.
Mortgage community not impressed with new CFPB regulations
The changes, announced last week, will help consumers in rural areas access the mortgage credit they need.
Consumer advocacy group says Johnson & Johnson should have cut back on oils years ago
The manufacturing giant faces a lawsuit in federal court over claims that it falsely labeled its margarine products.
Man files lawsuit against protein powder manufacturer, alleging deceptive packaging
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Legal Newsline) - A Washington, D.C. man is suing a whey protein powder manufacture for alleged deceptive packaging and misleading the customer.
Settlement reached with defense contractor amid claims of False Claims Act violations
WASHINGTON, D.C. (Legal Newsline) - A defense contractor has agreed to pay a $4.63 million settlement after allegations that they were overcharging for labor hours charged for independent contractors at military Continental U.S. Replacement Centers (CRC), announced the Department of Justice.
First Student bus driver sues over alleged lost wages
LOS ANGELES (Legal Newsline) - A Los Angeles county man is suing his employer over claims of lost wages and compensation while dutifully employed by the company.
PETA sues Whole Foods over allegedly misleading ads for meat products
Animal rights group claims the grocer is not following its advertised five-step animal welfare rating system.
Calif. woman sues debt collector for alleged phone spam
The plaintiff in the class action claims the constant calls were a violation of her privacy and federal law.
Allegedly mislabeled pet food prompts consumer protection class action
A Massachusetts woman is suing Blue Buffalo, alleging the company's pet food did, in fact, contain byproducts and preservatives.
Woman sues seafood companies over alleged use of slave labor
Plaintiff in class action claims Tri-Union and Thai Union Group used men and boys who have been trafficked from nearby countries.
N.Y. residents file class action against insurers over data breach
The lawsuit, filed in New York federal court, claims hackers had access to Excellus Health Plan and Lifetime Healthcare's data systems for nearly two years.
Grocery chain being sued for alleged breach of customer's financial data
A Colorado man has filed a class action lawsuit against Natural Grocers for allegedly failing to safeguard his credit and debit card information.
Baltimore court schedules pre-trial hearings in high-profile case
The Circuit Court for Baltimore City will hold pre-trial motion hearings in the case of State of Maryland v. Caesar Goodson, Edward Nero, Garrett Miller, Brian Rice, Alicia White, and William Porter.
W.Va. AG leads 14-state coalition in filing FOIA request over Clean Power Plan publication delay
Attorneys general point out that they cannot file a petition for review against the EPA until the rule is published, and therefore cannot ask a court to stop the agency’s “unlawful” actions.
Mass. AG wants regional electricity needs evaluated before pipeline is approved
Attorney General Maura Healey presented the Federal Regulatory Commission with a letter asking for a full review.
TGI Friday's sued for allegedly sending text messages without consent
Man claims the restaurant franchise sent him multiple advertisements via text messages without his permission, in violation of federal law.