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Understanding the VW Emissions Settlement: What Local Consumers Need to Know

Tennessee residents who own Volkswagen vehicles affected by the company’s emissions scandal have a few options for compensation. “Consumers have choices in this settlement—this is our theme,” said Elizabeth Cabraser, court-appointed lead counsel and chair of the committee that negotiated the settlement on behalf of class members. “It’s the choices of the drivers that will shape and give …


Volkswagen Goes Silent on Fraud in Canada. Owners Left With Lemons.

Waqes Mubarik found out he was one of the unlucky ones in 2015 when the Volkswagen scandal broke out. His 2015 Passant diesel was equipped with one of the so-called defeat devices designed to cheat on emissions tests. “I’ve been a loyal customer to Volkswagen for years,” the physician’s assistant said on the phone from Barrie, Ontario.


SHAREHOLDER ALERT: Lundin Law PC Announces Investigation of Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (CIE) and Advises Investors With Losses to Contact the Firm

Lundin Law PC announces it is investigating claims against Cobalt International Energy, Inc. (“Cobalt” or the “Company”) (NYSE: CIE) concerning possible violations of federal securities laws. The investigation is related to allegations that certain statements issued by Cobalt were false and misleading and/or failed to disclose material information regarding the …


Court Says Lawsuit Against Missouri’s Bass Pro Can Proceed

A federal appeals court has ruled that a 2011 discrimination lawsuit against Springfield-based Bass Pro Shops can proceed. The lawsuit, which was filed in federal court in Texas by the federal Equal Employment Opportunity Commission in 2011, accuses the outdoor retailer of discriminating against black and Hispanic job applicants, The Springfield News-Leader reported .


Airbnb Has Sued Its Hometown of San Francisco

Airbnb is taking its hometown to federal court. The company has filed a lawsuit against the city of San Francisco, objecting to short-term rental rule changes approved by its Board of Supervisors. A new ordinance set to take effect in late July would require all Airbnb hosts to register with the city.



Class Action Wage Lawsuit Filed Against Joe’s Kwik Marts

A manager for Joe’s Kwik Marts filed a federal class action lawsuit against the company, alleging she and other managers improperly were denied overtime pay in violation of state and federal wage laws. Jenny Shiptoski of Old Forge claims she routinely worked 50 to 70 hours per week at several of the company’s convenience stores. The firm improperly avoided paying her overtime by classifying her …


‘The Little Couple’ Producer LMNO Files Lawsuit Against Former Accountant for Fraud, Embezzlement

Reality TV production company accuses Ikegami & Co. of falsifying books and attempting to extort $800,000 Following an FBI search of their Los Angeles offices earlier on Thursday, production company LMNO has filed a lawsuit against its former accountant for fraud and embezzlement. The company is behind reality series “The Little Couple,” which it recently accused longtime partner Discovery …