Feb 1, 2018

Kent: Op-Ed Meant to ‘Inform Americans’ About ‘Extravagant’ Khadr Settlement

Conservative foreign affairs critic Peter Kent penned a scathing op-ed in the Wall Street Journal he says in order to educate the American public about the Omar Khadr case, while also blasting the federal government’s decision to issue an apology and a reported $10.5-million settlement to the former child soldier and Guantanamo Bay detainee. In the piece titled “A terrorist’s big payday, …


Can Undocumented Immigrants Make Personal Injury Claims in California?

In the American legal system, when people are injured, they may be entitled to compensation for their injuries. When someone is injured in an accident through no fault of their own, it is reasonable to expect to recover lost wages, compensation for the past and future medical expenses, including doctor’s visits, emergency room …


Spotify Facing Two New Lawsuits Alleging ‘staggering’ Copyright Infringement

Spotify today has been hit with a pair of lawsuits that accuse the streaming service of “staggering” copyright infringement. Spotify is no stranger to issues with royalty payouts and licensing problems, and while the company has taken steps to improve in those areas, these lawsuits claim it still has a long way to go… Sylvania HomeKit Light Strip As noted by The Hollywood Reporter, the the …


US Consumer Agency Moves to Ban Mandatory Arbitration

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) [official website] announced [press release] a new rule Monday, banning mandatory arbitration clauses in consumer agreements. The CFPB explained that mandatory arbitration agreements can prevent class action lawsuits and perpetuate harmful practices. The new rule will enforce the consumer’s right to take part in group lawsuits.


What to Do if You’ve Been Exposed to Asbestos

If you work in construction, then you are likely exposed to hazards every single day. However, there is one hazard that you might not be aware of: asbestos. Long-term asbestos exposure can result in major consequences, including a deadly form of cancer known as mesothelioma.


Ohio Inmate Dies of Untreated Ulcer After Being Diagnosed With Constipation, Lawsuit Says

An imprisoned Columbus native died of a perforated stomach ulcer after complaining for nearly two weeks of severe stomach pain — and only receiving antacids and apparently never being examined by a prison doctor, a lawsuit claims. The family of Robert Anthony “Boo” Wright is seeking damages in a wrongful death lawsuit filed in the Ohio Court of Claims against the Department of Rehabilitation …


Regeneron Hit With Federal Whistleblower Lawsuit

A former manager at Regeneron Pharmaceuticals has filed a federal whistleblower lawsuit against the drug giant, claiming he was fired for raising questions about a lack of manufacturing standards. Stanley Koshy said in a complaint unsealed last week that he was terminated because he expressed concern over the manufacturing practices and lack of quality controls at the plant and at companies contracted to manufacture drugs for Regeneron. Koshy said his boss became so …