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#police-shooting
Washington Post
15 hours ago
US news

A police officer shot a blind pet dog. This small town wants justice.

Residents in Sturgeon, Mo., demand justice for the police shooting of blind and deaf Shih Tzu Teddy, causing upheaval, legal actions, and debates on law enforcement reformation. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Civil rights attorney Ben Crump: Shooting of Liberty City man by police 'unconscionable'

The attorney Benjamin Crump calls the police shooting excessive and unconscionable.
Family demands charges to be dropped and explores all legal options after the shooting. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Family of 15-year-old with autism fatally shot by deputies files claim against San Bernardino County

The family of Ryan Gainer, a 15-year-old with autism, has filed a wrongful death claim against San Bernardino County.
The family plans to sue the county for allegations including assault, battery, negligence, and emotional distress regarding the shooting incident. [ more ]
morepolice-shooting
www.cbc.ca
1 day ago
Education

Family pursuing negligence lawsuit after son dies at eastern Ontario school | CBC News

A family is pursuing a civil lawsuit over the death of their son with Dravet syndrome, alleging negligence at his high school. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 day ago
US news

Publisher of 2,000 Mules' election conspiracy theory film issues apology

Salem Media Group, Inc. apologized and stopped distribution of the film/book '2,000 Mules' after facing legal action for false depictions leading to harm. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
1 day ago
Los Angeles

Deputies left man trapped in a pillar to die, California suit says. 'A tortured death'

A man died while trapped in a pillar after deputies allegedly abandoned him.
The deputies involved are accused of being part of a deputy gang and engaging in further criminal activities. [ more ]
#fifa
ESPN.com
2 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Players' unions threaten strike over Club World Cup

Players threaten to strike over overloaded soccer calendar. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
2 days ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa warned players could go on strike

Players may go on strike due to overworking, with concerns over a congested football calendar and the expansion of the Club World Cup. [ more ]
www.101greatgoals.com
2 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA Club World Cup: FIFA Threatened With Legal over New Men's Competition in the US

FIFA facing legal action over proposed Club World Cup due to concerns for player welfare and event schedule. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa must postpone Club World Cup or face legal action, warns players' union

Fifpro and World Leagues urge Fifa to postpone Club World Cup, citing disruption to football industry and player well-being. [ more ]
ESPN.com
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

FIFA warned of legal action over playing calendar

FIFA faces legal action over congested football calendar if it continues to add new competitions without consultation. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Fifa faces legal threat over congested calendar

Fifa is facing legal action for its plans of hosting a 32-team Club World Cup, impacting player welfare and congesting the football calendar. [ more ]
morefifa
#lawsuit
www.nytimes.com
3 days ago
Black Lives Matter

American Airlines Is Accused of Discrimination in Lawsuit

Three Black men sue American Airlines for race discrimination after being removed from flight in a lawsuit filed by Public Citizen. [ more ]
Padailypost
3 weeks ago
New York City

Woman sues police after her arm is broken during an arrest

The article highlights a lawsuit filed by Valeria Hernandez against the city of Palo Alto, alleging excessive force by Officer Ian Johnson during an incident at Pizza My Heart. [ more ]
BKReader
4 weeks ago
Education

NYC School Shooting Victim's Family Files Lawsuit

Teenage girl shot outside school leads to lawsuit against Williamsburg Charter High School. [ more ]
Engadget
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

George Carlin's estate settles lawsuit against podcasters' AI comedy special

The AI-generated George Carlin comedy special by podcast Dudesy faced a lawsuit and settlement.
The AI algorithm used by Dudesy for the special poorly mimicked Carlin's humor, leading to legal action. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Education

Lawsuit: Emery Unified officials failed to protect student from sexual abuse

Officials allegedly failed to act on security guard's inappropriate behavior
Lawsuit claims security guard sexually assaulted high school student multiple times [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

Devastated' Widow Says M.T.A. Workers Shared Photos of Slain Husband

Privacy violation through unauthorized sharing of crime scene photos on social media.
Legal actions being taken against Metropolitan Transportation Authority, City of New York, and New York City Transit. [ more ]
morelawsuit
Washington Post
3 days ago
US news

Lawsuit says American Airlines kicked 8 Black men off plane, citing body odor

Three Black men sued American Airlines for racial discrimination after being removed from a flight due to body odor complaints. [ more ]
#workplace-discrimination
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
4 days ago
LGBT

NHS trust facing legal action over trans employee's use of female changing room

NHS trust faces legal action over transgender staff using changing room [ more ]
LGBTQ Nation
1 month ago
Remote teams

Gay man who was called slurs at work settles lawsuit for $60,000

A gay man won $60,000 in a settlement due to harassment and discrimination in the workplace, highlighting the importance of anti-discrimination policies and training. [ more ]
Miami Herald
1 month ago
Miami

Award-winning former radio host sues WLRN for anti-Hispanic sentiment after termination

Carlos Frias is suing his former employer for alleged anti-Hispanic bias and seeking reemployment and compensation.
Frias' attorney is emphasizing the importance of recognizing Miami's Latino population in media representation. [ more ]
moreworkplace-discrimination
#cryptocurrency
www.times-series.co.uk
6 days ago
Cryptocurrency

Hendon woman jailed for money laundering linked to cryptocurrency worth 1.7 million

A woman in North London was jailed for money laundering involving a cryptocurrency wallet worth 1.7 million pounds. [ more ]
Bitcoin Magazine - Bitcoin News, Articles and Expert Insights
1 month ago
Cryptocurrency

Bitcoin Mixing Service Samourai Wallet Founders Arrested, Charged With Money Laundering

The founders of Samourai Wallet have been arrested for money laundering and operating an unlicensed money transmitting business. [ more ]
morecryptocurrency
www.aljazeera.com
6 days ago
London

Fire at children's hospital kills seven newborns in India's capital

Legal action is being taken against the hospital owner who fled after a fire took the lives of seven infants in a Delhi hospital. [ more ]
www.npr.org
1 week ago
US news

DOJ sues Ticketmaster and Live Nation; the dangers of sharing kids' photos online

The Justice Department and 30 state attorneys sue Ticketmaster's owner, Live Nation Entertainment, for being a monopoly affecting prices and fan experiences in the live event industry. [ more ]
Washington Post
1 week ago
US news

A teen died by suicide. Is his prep school to blame?

Parents sue Landon School after son's suicide due to alleged neglect and accusations. [ more ]
#donald-trump
Advocate.com
1 week ago
Film

Trump campaign outraged over queer Apprentice film, calling it 'garbage' and 'pure fiction'

The Trump reelection campaign condemns The Apprentice film as 'pure fiction' and plans legal action. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Film

Trump campaign calls The Apprentice' blatantly false,' director offers to screen it for him

Trump's reelection campaign threatens legal action against movie 'The Apprentice' at Cannes Film Festival. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
US Elections

Top US ethics watchdog investigating Trump over dinner with oil bosses

Crew is investigating Trump's Mar-a-Lago meeting with oil executives for potential legal action. [ more ]
moredonald-trump
#accountability
www.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
Cars

A second judge finds Tesla workers at Fremont factory were racially harassed

Black workers at Tesla's Fremont factory faced years of systemic race harassment, with over 500 declarations highlighting racial abuse. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
2 months ago
London

Family of security guard killed in Brixton Academy crush planning legal action

Relatives of security guard killed at Brixton O2 Academy planning legal action for truth and accountability.
Family seeks answers and accountability for tragedy at Brixton O2 Academy. [ more ]
moreaccountability
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Cars

Chilling moment teenager armed with machete shot in church car park

The article describes a violent altercation between individuals involving firearms and a machete at a church car park, resulting in serious consequences and legal actions. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 week ago
Deliverability

Real-life Martha' from Baby Reindeer allegedly sent Starmer 300 abusive emails'

Fiona Harvey sent nearly 300 abusive emails to Sir Keir Starmer, including disabled slurs and threats, mirroring behavior from the character Martha in the Netflix series. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 week ago
US news

Sean 'Diddy' Combs admits beating ex-girlfriend Cassie, says he's sorry, calls his actions 'inexcusable'

Sean 'Diddy' Combs apologizes for attacking ex-girlfriend in 2016, takes responsibility for his actions. [ more ]
New York Post
1 week ago
Education

Long Island teacher accused of tying autistic, nonverbal teen to a chair - and school waited to tell parents

Autistic teen allegedly tied to chair by teacher on Long Island, leaving father desperate for answers. [ more ]
Deadline
2 weeks ago
Artificial intelligence

Sony Music Demands Tech Giants Not Use Its Music To Develop AI

Sony Music is contacting firms to check for unauthorized use of its songs in developing AI systems. [ more ]
TechCrunch
2 weeks ago
Graphic design

Adobe comes after indie game emulator Delta for copying its logo | TechCrunch

Apple's decision to permit game emulators led Delta to top the App Store charts, though it faced legal action due to a logo conflict. [ more ]
#contempt-of-court
www.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago
Law

Solicitor general to appeal over case of climate activist who held sign on jurors' rights

The government is appealing a court decision not allowing a contempt of court action against activist Trudi Warner for holding a placard informing jurors of their rights. [ more ]
www.guardian-series.co.uk
1 month ago
Law

Former social worker committed contempt for holding sign, court hears

Trudi Warner faces legal action for holding up a sign advising jurors, raising questions about interference with justice system. [ more ]
morecontempt-of-court
ReadWrite
2 weeks ago
Marketing

TikTok content creators sue the US government over potential ban

Content creators on TikTok are taking legal action against the U.S. government in response to a new law requiring ByteDance to sell assets or face a ban. [ more ]
Hot for Security
2 weeks ago
Information security

Prison for cybersecurity expert selling private videos from inside 400,000 homes

A cybersecurity expert in South Korea illegally accessed and distributed private videos from vulnerable wallpad cameras in 400,000 households. [ more ]
ABC7 San Francisco
2 weeks ago
Law

Arizona's high court is allowing the attorney general 90 more days on her abortion ban strategy

Arizona's highest court grants 90-day extension for AG to decide on further legal action regarding the 160-year-old abortion ban. [ more ]
Above the Law
2 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Vermont Spearheads Data Privacy Protections By Letting Individuals Sue

Vermont passed a comprehensive data privacy law allowing individuals to sue companies for privacy violations, setting a precedent. [ more ]
USA TODAY
2 weeks ago
OMG science

Stop the doom. We failed to prevent climate change - but we will decide how bad it'll get.

The article discusses meaningful climate actions being taken, including the Inflation Reduction Act provisions and California's lawsuit against carbon polluters. [ more ]
Fast Company
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

Gay couple files class-action lawsuit against NYC for IVF coverage

New York City faces lawsuit for IVF discrimination against gay male employees. [ more ]
#discrimination
LGBTQ Nation
3 weeks ago
NYC LGBT

A gay couple is suing New York City over IVF denial

The city of New York is being accused of discriminating against gay male employees by denying them IVF benefits available to others. [ more ]
Fox News
1 month ago
Education

Columbia student suspended after alleged 'fart spray' attack during pro-Palestinian rally sues school

A Columbia University student is suing for using 'fart spray' during a protest, alleging selective enforcement of policies and lack of protection. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Black tradesman 'told he does not look like an electrician' during 'traumatic' Met Police search

Racial profiling during police stop and search.
Misjudgment and mistreatment of tradesmen by police officers. [ more ]
morediscrimination
www.90min.com
3 weeks ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Judge orders Luis Rubiales to stand trial over Jenni Hermoso kiss

Former RFEF president faces trial for non-consensual kiss and coercion of player after Women's World Cup. [ more ]
The Verge
3 weeks ago
Information security

US indicts LockBit ransomware ringleader, offers $10 million reward

LockBit ransomware administrator faces charges for extensive global attacks, highlighting the DOJ's ongoing efforts to combat cybercrime. [ more ]
www.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago
London

Predator guilty of raping schoolgirl, 14, he cornered in toilets on London-bound train

A man has been found guilty of raping a 14-year-old schoolgirl on a train heading to Marylebone station. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
Education

Headteachers demand end to inhumane' school ratings in England

Headteachers in England campaign for the abolition of single-phrase school inspections due to mental health concerns. [ more ]
New York Post
4 weeks ago
Education

NJ teacher groomed, groped her student - a 14-year-old girl - in school hallway: lawsuit

Allegations of a female teacher molesting a student in a New Jersey school have caused uproar in the community. [ more ]
#law-enforcement
www.newsshopper.co.uk
4 weeks ago
London

South east London man set fire to deaf and pregnant ex-partner's home

A man was jailed for setting his pregnant ex-partner's flat on fire after a history of harassment and attempted murder. [ more ]
www.whittierdailynews.com
4 weeks ago
Los Angeles

California man mistakenly jailed for 5 days on child molestation charge, suit alleges

A man was wrongfully arrested due to mistaken identity, leading to five days in jail and being labeled as a sex offender. [ more ]
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#asylum-seekers
NewsChain
4 weeks ago
EU data protection

Charity to launch legal action against Home Office over Rwanda policy

Asylum Aid is taking legal action against the Home Office over the Safety of Rwanda policy. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
EU data protection

Civil service union starts legal action against government Rwanda bill

The FDA union is taking legal action against the government over plans to deport asylum seekers to Rwanda, citing concerns about civil servants being ordered to break international law. [ more ]
moreasylum-seekers
www.standard.co.uk
1 month ago
London

London black cab drivers sue Uber for 250million over taxi-booking rules

Uber is being sued by over 10,000 London cab drivers for breaching taxi-booking rules, which could result in a claim worth over $250 million. [ more ]
BKReader
1 month ago
NYC politics

NYC Faces Surge in Lawsuits: Claims of Sexual Abuse in Juvenile Detention Facilities

Victims file lawsuits against NYC for sexual abuse in juvenile detention system. [ more ]
#hunter-biden
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Left-wing politics

Fox Removes Hunter Biden Mock Trial' Special Out of an Abundance of Caution' After Lawsuit Threat

The legal team of Hunter Biden is threatening to sue Fox News over defamatory material, leading to the removal of content related to Hunter Biden by Fox News. [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

CNN Anchor Confronts Hunter Biden Lawyer: Was It A Mistake' To Suggest Laptop Was Fake?'

CNN anchor Abby Phillip questioned Hunter Biden attorney on authenticity of laptop [ more ]
www.mediaite.com
1 month ago
JavaScript

Hunter Biden Lawyer Tells CNN Fox News Case Is Much More Than Just A Conspiracy To Defame'

The case against Fox News by Hunter Biden's legal team is not a typical defamation case, but a conspiracy to defame, making it more complex and challenging. [ more ]
morehunter-biden
Independent
1 month ago
JavaScript

Irish arm of Grant Thornton start mediation over alleged role in US investment firm fraud case

Irish office of Grant Thornton denies colluding in Florida fraud. [ more ]
New York Post
1 month ago
Education

13-year-old girl allegedly mobbed by parents, beaten by student in caught-on-video incident at NY high school

A 13-year-old Montessori student was attacked by parents of classmates at Yonkers school, leading to a lawsuit for negligent supervision. [ more ]
www.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Canada news

Ontario to tighten regulations on cell phone use in schools: source | CBC News

Ontario government to announce crackdown on cell phone use and vaping in schools, aiming to be a 'leader in this space'. [ more ]
Greenmedinfo
1 month ago
Medicine

MRI Contrast Agent Gadolinium May Deposit and Retain in the Brain

The safety of gadolinium-based contrast agents used in MRIs is a topic of debate and concern due to potential retention in the body. [ more ]
#tupac-shakur
time.com
1 month ago
Music

Why Drake Had to Take Down His Song That Featured AI-Tupac Vocals

Drake faced legal consequences for using an AI-generated Tupac voice in a diss track, leading to a cease-and-desist letter and removal of the track. [ more ]
The Verge
1 month ago
Music

Drake threatened with lawsuit over diss track featuring AI Tupac

Tupac's legal team threatens to sue Drake over use of AI-generated Tupac soundalike on diss track 'Taylor Made'. [ more ]
moretupac-shakur
Washington Post
1 month ago
Medicine

IVF clinic transferred ruined embryos to patients, lawsuits claim

A California fertility clinic transferred compromised embryos, affecting at least 11 patients.
The clinic unknowingly used damaged embryos due to improper cleaning procedures in an incubator. [ more ]
#grindr
Queerty
1 month ago
EU data protection

Here's why hundreds of Grindr users in the UK are suing the app

Lawsuit against Grindr in the UK for sharing sensitive user data with third parties without consent. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Lawsuit in London to allege Grindr shared users' HIV status with ad firms

Grindr users planning legal action for data breach, including sharing HIV status with advertisers. [ more ]
moregrindr
www.npr.org
1 month ago
Education

3 Maryland juveniles are charged with hate crimes. How did it get to that point?

Charges filed against minors in anti-Semitic harassment case involving swastikas and derogatory comments. [ more ]
www.bbc.com
1 month ago
FC Barcelona

Barca could take legal action over 'phantom goal'

Barcelona president Joan Laporta considers legal action over disputed goal, highlights need for goalline technology in La Liga. [ more ]
Streetsblog
1 month ago
NYC politics

Justice Dept., Citing Streetsblog Reporting, Threatens to Sue NYPD Over Cops' Sidewalk Parking - Streetsblog New York City

Federal government demands NYPD stop illegal parking around stationhouses due to ADA violations. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London

Harry Styles stalker jailed for sending him 8,000 cards in a month

Woman jailed and banned from seeing Harry Styles after stalking him with 8,000 cards in less than a month. [ more ]
Brooklyn Eagle
1 month ago
NYC politics

Brooklyn Defender Services files suit against NYC Department of Correction over phone call surveillance

The class-action lawsuit accuses the New York City Department of Correction of unlawful mass surveillance of phone calls within city jails. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
UK news

Survivors of 2017 Ariana Grande concert bombing take legal action against UK agency

More than 250 survivors of the 2017 Manchester bombing are taking legal action against MI5 for not acting swiftly on key information. [ more ]
#international-law
www.dw.com
1 month ago
Germany news

Legal pressures mount on Germany to cut aid to Israel DW 04/10/2024

Pro-Palestinian organizers pushing legal action due to unsuccessful protests against German policymakers regarding Israel stance.
Lawsuit filed against German government claims weapons exports are used for grave violations of international law, urging for a halt in deliveries. [ more ]
www.aljazeera.com
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Mexico releases footage of Ecuador police storming its embassy in Quito

International law violation: Raid criticized for breaching embassy immunity and accords.
Mexico taking legal action: Will bring violations to international courts with support of allies. [ more ]
www.theguardian.com
2 months ago
EU data protection

Civil servants threaten ministers with legal action over Rwanda bill

Civil servants are threatening legal action over concerns about the government's Rwanda deportation bill and its potential breach of international law.
The FDA union has warned that civil servants could be in violation of the civil service code and open to prosecution if they ignore an urgent injunction from Strasbourg banning a deportation. [ more ]
moreinternational-law
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
London

Fraudster who claimed nearly 500,000 caught after walking on The Jeremy Kyle show

Fraudster caught making false injury claims after being seen walking unaided on The Jeremy Kyle Show stage.
Surveillance footage revealed inconsistencies in her claims, leading to successful prosecution for fraud. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Potential Oakland Airport Name Change Is Begging For People To Get Lost

Naming confusion can have significant consequences for travelers and businesses.
Strategic name changes can be seen as attempts to gain recognition or status, sometimes with negative repercussions. [ more ]
#employee-misconduct
www.theguardian.com
1 month ago
Germany news

German art museum fires worker for hanging his own painting in gallery

The museum fired an employee for hanging his own painting in the gallery for personal gain.
The incident went unnoticed by security, but the museum took swift action and terminated the employee's contract. [ more ]
ESPN.com
2 months ago
National Basketball Association

Wolves employee fired, arrested for alleged theft

An employee of the Minnesota Timberwolves was fired, arrested, and charged with felony third-degree burglary for stealing strategic NBA information.
The Timberwolves executive, Sachin Gupta, had his personal and team-related information stolen from a hard drive left in his office. [ more ]
moreemployee-misconduct
ABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago
San Francisco

San Francisco threatens to sue over possible Oakland airport name change

San Francisco International Airport against Oakland's name change to include 'San Francisco Bay'.
Economic benefits and tourism are key aspects driving support for the name change in Oakland. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
1 month ago
California

Workers sue mushroom farm over 2023 mass shooting that left seven dead

The farm failed to protect workers from a gunman resulting in a deadly shooting.
Lawsuits allege failure to provide decent housing and protect workers with violent history. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
1 month ago
Europe politics

Post Office chief Paula Vennells could be sanctioned by MPs for misleading parliament

MPs considering sanctions against former Post Office boss Paula Vennells for potentially misleading parliament on the Horizon scandal.
Committee exploring options, including contempt of parliament, to penalize leadership involved in the scandal. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
1 month ago
Artificial intelligence

George Carlin's Estate Reaches Settlement After A.I. Podcast

The estate of George Carlin settled with podcast creators over A.I. impersonation, agreeing to remove content and not use Carlin's likeness without approval.
A.I. tools are appreciated for their potential but require accountability and safeguards to prevent misuse and infringement of intellectual property. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
Black Lives Matter

Tesla: Judge shoots down car maker's claims in Fremont factory racism lawsuit

The federal court rejected Tesla's bid to escape a lawsuit by the federal government regarding alleged racism at its Fremont factory.
The U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission claimed Black workers at Tesla faced racial harassment, including slurs, graffiti, and lack of action by the company. [ more ]
ESPN.com
2 months ago
FC Barcelona

Xavi on suing reporters: 'I won't tolerate lies'

Xavi Hernández is taking legal action against journalists for fabricating stories about him.
Xavi is frustrated with false media reports and believes it's time to take action against misinformation. [ more ]
www.telegraph.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Why UK taxpayers are fuming with Prince Harry

Legal actions by royal family can be costly for taxpayers.
Court dismissed Prince Harry's legal challenge on security funding. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
California

Sherri Papini, who faked being kidnapped, still owes $300,000 and prosecutors are coming for it

Sherri Papini still owes over $300,000 in restitution for fabricating her kidnapping.
The U.S. Attorney's Office filed a writ for garnishment against Papini and her divorce law firm. [ more ]
PinkNews | Latest lesbian, gay, bi and trans news | LGBTQ+ news
2 months ago
LGBT

Roller derby league fights against anti-trans law with trans love

The Long Island Roller Rebels are suing a county leader over an anti-trans order.
The order bans trans women from playing on county-run parks and fields. [ more ]
NewsChain
2 months ago
EU data protection

Home Office loses appeal bid over West Midlands policing powers merger ruling

The Home Office lost appeal against ruling on West Midlands policing powers transfer.
High Court judgment quashed merger of PCC and Mayor roles. [ more ]
BBC Sport
2 months ago
Soccer (FIFA)

Leicester start legal action over spending breach

Leicester City are taking legal action against the Premier League and EFL for alleged spending rule violations.
The club might face a points deduction if found guilty of breaching profit and sustainability rules. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

San Mateo reaches $25M settlement with three women sexually assaulted by officer

The city of San Mateo reached a $25 million settlement with three women sexually assaulted by a police officer convicted of assaulting five women.
The women were able to sue the city due to a change in the statute of limitations for victims of sexual abuse by law enforcement officers. [ more ]
english.elpais.com
2 months ago
Women

The green tide arrives in Ecuador: A new movement demands the decriminalization of abortion at the Constitutional Court

Decriminalizing abortion movement in Latin America is growing.
Organizations in Ecuador are filing a lawsuit to decriminalize abortion. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
2 months ago
Los Angeles

L.A. smash-and-grab trio who targeted Prada, Versace and Gucci charged by AG after LAPD probe

A Los Angeles theft crew targeting high-end stores arrested and charged with 27 felonies.
Organized burglaries involved stealing more than $300,000, putting workers at risk, using force and disguise. [ more ]
ESPN.com
2 months ago
Chelsea

Shakhtar CEO: Spurs' Solomon offer disrespectful

Shakhtar Donetsk accuses Tottenham of disrespect and offering insufficient compensation for Manor Solomon's transfer.
Shakhtar Donetsk threatens legal action against Tottenham if no resolution reached soon. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

British Muslim organisations react to Michael Gove's extremism definition

Michael Gove released a new definition of extremism, criticized by British Muslim organisations.
Organizations like Mend and Cage threatened legal action against potential labeling as extremist. [ more ]
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