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Lakeland Residents Upset Over Contamination Lawsuit Speak Out

Lawyers for developer Drummond Company, Inc. want a lawsuit tossed out, and so do some people living in the Oakbridge and Grasslands developments. The two upscale subdivisions in Lakeland are named in a federal lawsuit that claims developers in Polk County failed to notify thousands of new homeowners that they are living land contaminated by high levels of radiation. The …


Trump’s Labor Secretary Pick, Andrew Puzder, Is Swamped in His Own Workplace Lawsuits

Under Puzder, CKE Restaurants has been a magnet for controversy over its treatment of employees—hardly the background for an executive who’s supposed to ensure worker safety, prevent discrimination in the workplace, and address federal disputes between employees and management. Since Puzder became CEO in 2000, CKE has been accused of not providing required breaks for employees and a party to …


Loaded Laundry: Samsung Washing Machines Exploding

A class-action lawsuit against Samsung alleges that some of its top-loading washing machines are dramatically falling apart. A statement from Samsung did little to soothe concerned consumers, saying, “we are in active discussions with the CPSC to address potential safety issues related to certain top-load washing machines manufactured between March 2011 and April 2016.” In case you concerned: …