News from 2017
ShoreTel stockholder seeks to enjoin transaction with Mitel Networks Corp.
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – A stockholder has filed suit regarding the proposed transaction between ShoreTel and Mitel Networks.
Sierra Pacific Industries Inc. alleged to violate Clean Water Act
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – A nonprofit organization working to protect surface waters from pollution alleges that a sawmill site that ceased operation in 2016 is causing pollution in surrounding waters.
Center for Food Safety alleges USDA has failed to comply with GE Labeling Act
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) – A nonprofit organization is seeking an order for a federal agency to comply with an act regarding the labeling of genetically engineered foods.
Consumer claims PowerBlock dumbbell set coating failed, creates hazard
MIAMI (Legal Newsline) – A Florida man alleges a weight set failed and does not perform as advertised.
Actor alleges HomeAdvisor unlawfully used photos in video advertisements
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) – An actor known in the Chicago entertainment community alleges that his likeness was used in commercials to promote a home improvement enterprise without his consent.
Conservation Law Foundation Inc. claims Shell terminal violates Water Pollution Control Act
PROVIDENCE, R.I. (Legal Newsline) – A nonprofit organization that works to protect New England waterways alleges a bulk storage and fuel terminal on the shore of the Providence River does not comply with a permit.
Former InterCoast Colleges students allege nursing program was a 'sham'
PORTLAND, Maine (Legal Newsline) – A for-profit college is alleged to have made false representations regarding the services it offered regarding its nursing program.
Stock holder alleges Blue Apron made false statements, caused stock prices to drop
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) – A stock holder in a meal kit delivery service company alleges he was damaged when share prices fell in August.
Consumer claims wood he purchased at Home Depot was not mahogany
BAKERSFIELD, Calif. (Legal Newsline) – A consumer claims Home Depot misrepresented the kind and quality of wood it sold.
Lawsuit: Quest Diagnostics charges excessive rates for lab tests
CAMDEN, N.J. (Legal Newsline) – A lab company based in New Jersey is alleged to have overcharged for tests.
FTC approves final order in Baxter-Claris $625 million acquisition
WASHINGTON (Legal Newsline) — The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced Aug. 30 that, following a public comment period, it has approved a final order against Baxter International Inc., resolving allegations that Baxter’s proposed $625 million acquisition of Claris Lifesciences’ injectable drugs business would be anti-competitive.
EEOC targets Illinois organization for alleged discrimination against employee with cancer
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission announced a lawsuit Aug. 28 against Illinois Action for Children, alleging the organization fired an employee who was on leave receiving treatment for breast cancer.
New Jersey secures $60,000 for former baking company employee after Family Leave Act violations
TRENTON, N.J. (Legal Newsline) — New Jersey Attorney General Christopher Porrino and the Division on Civil Rights announced Aug. 29 that a baking company in New Jersey will pay $60,000 to a former employee after it allegedly committed discrimination.
Delaware tells Newark motel operators: Reduce crime or lose property
DOVER, Del. (Legal Newsline) — Delaware Attorney General Matt Denn announced that the operators of the Rodeway Inn at 1110 and 1120 South College Ave. in Newark agreed to a settlement after allegations of being a criminal nuisance property.
Massachusetts secures $210,000 for Uber drivers allegedly victimized by vehicle leasing agency
BOSTON (Legal Newsline) — Massachusetts Attorney General Maura Healey announced Aug. 30 that Xchange Leasing LLC, a subsidiary of Uber, has reimbursed drivers more than $210,000 after allegations of overcharging the drivers for tolls and other fees.
Coalition of AGs opposes colleagues' stance on Remington rifles settlement
MONTGOMERY, Ala. (Legal Newsline) — Alabama Attorney General Steve Marshall announced Aug. 29 that he is leading an 11-state coalition in an amicus brief opposing firearms regulations.
Arizona targets opioid manufacturer for alleged fraudulent marketing
PHOENIX (Legal Newsline) — Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich announced Aug. 31 that he has filed a consumer fraud lawsuit against Insys Therapeutics Inc., an opioid manufacturing company in Chandler, Arizona, for allegations of fraudulent marketing.
EEOC reaches $60,000 settlement with Arizona correctional facility after sexual harassment allegations
PHOENIX (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced Aug. 25 that the GEO Group Inc., operator of the Central Arizona Correctional Facility (CACF) in Florence, Arizona, will pay $60,000 after allegations of sexual harassment and retaliation.
EEOC targets Tennessee assisted living community for alleged religious discrimination
MEMPHIS, Tenn. (Legal Newsline) — The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) announced a lawsuit Aug. 25 against Century Park Associates LLC, doing business as Garden Plaza at Greenbriar Cove.
Man files suit against Showtime Networks over streaming quality of Mayweather-McGregor
PORTLAND, Ore. (Legal Newsline) – A consumer claims he paid almost $100 to stream a boxing match and that the video quality was not what was advertised.