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Ky. court wipes away $23M defamation verdict for two W.Va. chiropractors suspected of fraud by CSX
FRANKFORT, Ky. (Legal Newsline) - An appeals court has found several problems with a $23 million Kentucky verdict against CSX and its chief medical officer, who were accused of defaming two West Virginia chiropractors they thought were fabricating worker injuries.
Fla. SC answers whether 'surviving spouse' can sue despite 'marriage before injury' rule
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - Spouses who married personal injury plaintiffs after the onset of their injuries can recover damages for the loss of companionship, the Florida Supreme Court has ruled.
Former coach pleads guilty to sex offenses; sentenced to 23 years
The trial of Steve Weir, a former coach and educator at Riverdale Academy, concluded on its third day when Weir requested a plea deal. Weir pleaded guilty to multiple charges, including nine counts of molestation of a juvenile, one count of extortion, one count of computer-aided solicitation of a minor, and one count of cyberstalking.
Former coach pleads guilty to sex offenses; sentenced to 23 years
The trial of Steve Weir, a former coach and educator at Riverdale Academy, concluded on its third day when Weir opted for a plea deal. He admitted guilt to multiple charges, including nine counts of molestation of a juvenile, one count of extortion, one count of computer-aided solicitation of a minor, and one count of cyberstalking.
Minnesota courts clear case backlog amid record public satisfaction
The Minnesota Judicial Branch has successfully reduced its major criminal caseload to pre-pandemic levels, coinciding with high public satisfaction ratings.
Dollar Tree cinnamon has lead in it, lawsuit alleges
NEW YORK (Legal Newsline) - Dollar Tree is facing a class action lawsuit brought over cinnamon it buys from a co-defendant and sells and allegedly contains a dangerous amount of lead.
Lawyer tries New York for lawsuit over 'reef-conscious' sunscreen
CENTRAL ISLIP, N.Y. (Legal Newsline) - Big Lots sunscreen purporting to be reef-friendly is the subject of a New York class action lawsuit that alleges the coral reef around the state's coast has become damaged.
'Raw' honey lawsuit: Walmart again victorious against class action lawyer
CHICAGO (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawyer's second chance at suing Walmart over whether it can label its honey as raw has failed.
Michigan Supreme Court highlights success of problem-solving courts ahead of Armed Services Day
Justice Kyra H. Bolden of the Michigan Supreme Court will be joined by judges and veterans to discuss a new report on Michigan's problem-solving courts.
Attorneys general express concern over EPA's formaldehyde risk evaluation
Attorney General Liz Murrill, along with attorneys general from 19 other states, has voiced concerns regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent draft risk evaluation for formaldehyde. The group of attorneys general represents leading agricultural states in the United States.
Investiture ceremony planned for new Michigan Court of Appeals judge Adrienne N. Young
Judge Adrienne N. Young is set to be formally sworn in as a judge of the Michigan Court of Appeals in an investiture ceremony scheduled for Thursday, May 16th, 2024.
Attorneys general challenge EPA's formaldehyde risk evaluation
Attorney General Liz Murrill, along with attorneys general from 19 other states, has expressed concern regarding the Environmental Protection Agency's (EPA) recent draft risk evaluation for formaldehyde. The group of attorneys general includes representatives from Iowa, Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Mississippi, Missouri, Montana, Nebraska, Ohio, Oklahoma, South Carolina, South Dakota, Texas, Utah, and Virginia.
Attorneys General challenge EEOC's interpretation of Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Attorneys General Liz Murrill of Louisiana and Lynn Fitch of Mississippi have initiated legal action against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The lawsuit challenges the EEOC's interpretation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, claiming it is being used to support a national abortion policy favored by the Biden administration.
Lawsuit: HP customers never received refunds they were promised
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - A class action lawsuit alleges HP, Inc., offered sort-of warranties with the promise of a full refund if no issues arose with its computers but failed to pay up.
Nip-slip lawsuit: Cakes nipple covers not 'grippy,' slide off easily
SAN FRANCISCO (Legal Newsline) - Citing negative online reviews, class action lawyers are suing the maker of nipple covers that allegedly fail to stay in place.
Gun seller, maker face jury trial over accidental shooting
TOPEKA, Kan. (Legal Newsline) - A judge was wrong to rule for Bass Pro and Beretta in a gun violence lawsuit, a Kansas appeals court has ruled in sending the case to a jury.
Court affirms death benefits for likely COVID victim who worked during outbreak at nursing home
DENVER, Colo. (Legal Newsline) - Another court has ruled COVID-19 can be considered an occupational disease, clearing the way for Workers' Compensation benefits to be paid to employees who suffered from it.
Attorneys General sue EEOC over interpretation of Pregnant Workers Fairness Act
Attorneys General Liz Murrill of Louisiana and Lynn Fitch of Mississippi have initiated legal action against the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC). The lawsuit contests the EEOC's interpretation of the Pregnant Workers Fairness Act, which they argue is being used to support a national abortion policy favored by the Biden administration.
Waiter, there's a plate in my food
TAMPA, Fla. (Legal Newsline) - A Florida man is suing Texas Roadhouse after he says a piece of broken plate in his food caused him injuries.
Personal injury lawyer wanted his ad on cars but says he was cheated
HOUSTON (Legal Newsline) - A Texas lawyer says a company that was supposed to put his ad on cars and drive them around failed to deliver.