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Environment
fromwww.mercurynews.com
14 hours ago

Bay Area Air District files lawsuit against Martinez-based landfill for pollution

Acme Fill Corp. faces a lawsuit for exceeding legal methane emissions from their landfill, harming the environment.
fromwww.theguardian.com
21 hours ago

Melania Trump demands Hunter Biden retract comments linking her to Jeffrey Epstein

Biden alleged in an interview that Epstein introduced Melania Trump to Donald Trump, prompting her lawyer to demand a retraction and threaten legal action.
US politics
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Waiter brings legal action against Ivy restaurant over share of tips and service charge

The Ivy restaurant faces legal action from a waiter alleging unfair tip distribution practices under new transparency laws.
Fashion & style
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

Adidas accused of cultural appropriation by Mexico over new footwear design

Adidas faces accusations of cultural appropriation for its new shoe design, which mimics traditional Indigenous footwear without authorization.
US politics
fromABC News
6 days ago

Does Gov. Abbott have the power to remove Democratic lawmakers?

Abbott seeks to remove Rep. Gene Wu, citing abandonment of office for fleeing Texas.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Kevin 'Boxer' Moran hits back at 'hypocrisy' accusations as he withdraws name from legal action against asylum centre

Kevin 'Boxer' Moran has defended his decision to withdraw from legal action against the State, stating that accusations of hypocrisy are merely cheap political point-scoring by councillors.
Miscellaneous
#donald-trump
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Drag queen to take legal action over 'storytelling in library event' row

Over the weekend, a private, family-friendly Drag Queen Storytime event at Holywood Arches Library, part of the EastSide Arts Festival, became the subject of targeted misinformation and online abuse.
LGBT
#sanctuary-jurisdictions
fromThe Oaklandside
1 week ago
East Bay (California)

Oakland dropped from Trump list of targeted 'sanctuary' cities

The Trump administration targets sanctuary jurisdictions with legal action to enforce immigration policies.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago
US politics

Justice Department releases new list of so-called sanctuary jurisdictions

The Justice Department identified around three dozen sanctuary jurisdictions, mainly Democratic, while pledging to pursue legal action against them.
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
1 week ago

Berkeley is on Trump's short list of sanctuary jurisdictions' to target

Berkeley has been designated as a sanctuary city amidst federal threats against jurisdictions with similar policies.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

French minister to take legal action against man who lit cigarette from memorial

I am filing a case immediately with the Paris state prosecutors so that this man will be found and sanctions imposed to make an example of him, Patricia Miralles, minister for veterans and remembrance, wrote on X.
France news
Soccer (FIFA)
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Legal case a 'seismic confrontation' between players and Fifa

A class action lawsuit against Fifa seeks compensation for players claiming unlawful regulations have cost them billions in income.
Privacy technologies
fromTechCrunch
1 week ago

Sex toy maker Lovense threatens legal action after fixing security flaws that exposed users' data | TechCrunch

Lovense fixed security vulnerabilities that exposed emails and allowed account takeovers but is considering legal action over reported disclosures.
#environmental-justice
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 week ago

Mother sues London borough over state of 'rat-infested' council home

Local resident initiates legal action due to deplorable living conditions in council home, citing health risks and local authority negligence.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Mum desperate to leave 'rat-infested' home

A mother is pursuing legal action against her local authority for uninhabitable council housing due to a severe rat infestation.
#california
#immigration
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Getting To The Delicious Center Of Alan Dershowitz And PierogiGate - Above the Law

Alan Dershowitz's complaints about Martha's Vineyard highlight his contentious relationship with the island's community and his penchant for legal threats.
#transgender-rights
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Residents take action over anti-terror barriers

Residents of Notting Hill's Portobello Road are suing Kensington and Chelsea Council over unconsulted concrete barriers restricting access.
fromStreetsblog
2 weeks ago

Six Inane Arguments Mayor Adams Is Using To Defend Ripping Up The Bedford Ave. Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The City of New York's Law Department is arguing that it is impossible to enforce parking regulations in pedestrian areas, thereby questioning the value of a protected bike lane.
New York City
Women
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The matter is in his hands alone': president of Sierra Leone urged to ban FGM as court rules it tantamount to torture

Female genital mutilation (FGM) is classified by Ecowas court as a grave form of violence against women and requires legal action in Sierra Leone.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Trump admin sues NYC to overturn sanctuary laws, arguing they are unconstitutional, days after Border Patrol agent shot | amNewYork

The Trump administration is suing New York City over its sanctuary city laws, claiming they impede the federal government's ability to enforce immigration laws.
US politics
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

RFK Jr.'s anti-vaccine group sues him: "This is not the Bobby we know"

Ray Flores, senior outside counsel to CHD, filed a lawsuit against Kennedy, funded by CHD, regarding the establishment of a vaccine task force that Kennedy has not addressed.
Public health
France news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

France's first couple sue Candace Owens for defamation over claims that Brigitte Macron is a man

The Macrons are pursuing legal action against Candace Owens for alleged defamation regarding Brigitte Macron's gender.
fromJezebel
3 weeks ago

Texas Man Sues California Doctor to Try to Prevent Girlfriend from Getting Abortion Pills

Jonathan Mitchell represents a lawsuit against a California doctor for allegedly mailing abortion pills, claiming wrongful death.
Agriculture
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Farm sues over deadly NorCal fireworks explosion that destroyed crops

The community of Esparto suffered extensive damage and loss after a fireworks explosion, leading to legal actions by affected farmers.
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Puerto Rico Criminalizes Gender-Affirming Care for People Under 21

Act 63-2025, signed by Puerto Rico Governor Jenniffer González Colón, criminalizes gender-affirming care for those under 21, imposing prison time and hefty fines.
LGBT
#climate-change
US politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Letters: One hopes Attorney General Rob Bonta suits protect our civil rights

California's Attorney General is actively suing the Trump administration to protect civil rights amidst diverse demographic challenges and policy impacts.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 weeks ago

'Major blow' for Britain's oldest Indian restaurant as Crown Estate refurb plans recommended for approval

Approval has been recommended for the refurbishment of Victory House, raising concerns for the future of Veeraswamy, Britain's oldest Indian restaurant.
#medicaid
US politics
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

California sues Trump for blocking undocumented immigrants from 'public benefit' programs

New rules bar undocumented immigrants from accessing public benefit programs, impacting working mothers and children.
fromNon Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly
3 weeks ago

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly: What's Next for AmeriCorps? - Non Profit News | Nonprofit Quarterly

Over 40 percent of AmeriCorps grantees were terminated suddenly, with little notice, impacting low-income high school students' transition decisions regarding college funding and choices.
Fundraising
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

New York sues federal government over healthcare cuts | amNewYork

New rule changes to the ACA could strip coverage from two million people and create barriers to healthcare access.
fromPCWorld
3 weeks ago

Google wants to kill a massive Android TV botnet with lawyers

Malware on free streaming devices creates a botnet for advertising fraud, leading Google to pursue legal action against its operators.
Apple
fromArs Technica
3 weeks ago

Apple sues YouTuber who leaked iOS 26's new "Liquid Glass" software redesign

Defendants conspired to access Apple's confidential information through an Apple employee's device.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

BU exchange student sues Worcester Polytechnic Institute, frat house for alleged severe burn injury

Yvette Digan, a Boston University exchange student from Hong Kong, describes her extreme pain as "like needles stabbing you," following severe burns from a fraternity incident.
Fundraising
UK news
fromGameSpot
3 weeks ago

Tomb Raider Composer Sentenced To Over A Year For COVID Relief Fraud

Peter Connelly was sentenced to prison for fraudulently applying for COVID-19 support loans by overstating his company’s financial status.
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Two Bay Area cites consider legal action amid ongoing trash standoff

Fairfield Mayor Catherine "Cat" Moy announced that the city has sent a letter to Republic Services, asserting that it is in violation of their contract, which allows for steep fines and potential contractor changes.
California
#trump
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump denies 'bawdy letter' to Epstein and threatens to sue Wall Street Journal as storm grows

Trump plans to sue the Wall Street Journal over a report on an alleged birthday card to Epstein.
fromwww.npr.org
4 weeks ago
US news

Trump threatens to sue 'Wall Street Journal' over article about his Epstein ties

Trump threatens legal action against The Wall Street Journal over claims related to Jeffrey Epstein.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago
US politics

Trump denies 'bawdy letter' to Epstein and threatens to sue Wall Street Journal as storm grows

#republic-services
fromTheregister
4 weeks ago

Google sues 25 alleged BadBox 2.0 botnet operators

"As of April 2025, BadBox 2.0 is comprised of more than ten million infected AOSP-based TV streaming boxes, tablets, projectors, and after-sale car infotainment systems."
Privacy technologies
Environment
fromThe Mercury News
4 weeks ago

Alameda County DA, air district sue Radius Recycling over massive 2023 blaze

Alameda County's district attorney has filed a civil lawsuit against Radius Recycling for a massive toxic fire after previously dropping criminal charges.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Paper
4 weeks ago

Partner of slain Brooklyn activist Ryan Carson calls for ethics probe into Council Member's online attacks * Brooklyn Paper

Council Member Paladino's comments pose an ongoing threat to Morales' safety, inflaming a violent political climate.
US politics
fromKqed
4 weeks ago

Bonta Announces 33rd Trump Lawsuit on KQED, This One Targets Health Care Cuts | KQED

Trump's Medicaid changes would impose work requirements and eliminate auto-reenrollment.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
4 weeks ago

SF City Attorney Sues Notorious Tenderloin Landlord Over Rat Infestation, Sewage Leaks, No Hot Water

Landlord Charles C. Kartchner faces a lawsuit for ignoring health violations and not providing basic services to tenants.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 weeks ago

Developers sue Los Gatos over builder's remedy project application

Los Gatos developer files suit against town over application requirements for a builder's remedy housing project amid ongoing disputes.
fromSoccer News
1 month ago

Sky Sports with latest developments as Nottingham Forest threaten legal action against Tottenham Hotspur over Morgan Gibbs-White (Video) - Soccer News

Nottingham Forest threatens legal action against Tottenham Hotspur for an alleged illegal approach for Morgan Gibbs-White.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

New Yorkers Threaten Legal Action If Eric Adams Makes Bedford Ave. Less Safe for Cyclists - Streetsblog New York City

Cyclists threaten legal action against the city over safety concerns for Bedford Avenue after planned removal of protected bike lanes.
#fortnite
fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Fortnite fans forced to apologize to the public after getting banned for life

fromPolygon
1 month ago
Video games

Fortnite fans forced to apologize to the public after getting banned for life

fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

California, 23 states sue Trump over $6 billion in education funds

California is suing the federal government for the release of over $6 billion in education funding, including $939 million owed to the state that the Trump administration allegedly withheld. This funding supports programs for disadvantaged children, migrant farmworker children, and English-language tutoring. Attorney General Rob Bonta stated that Trump's actions violated the U.S. Constitution and federal statutes. The state argues that it was set to receive this funding when its new budget went into effect on July 1.
California
Television
fromVulture
1 month ago

South Park Enters a New Level of Licensing Hell

International Paramount+ users lost access to all 26 seasons of South Park due to expired streaming licenses, amid ongoing negotiations.
LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Florida Republican official suspended for social posts mocking Pulse murder victims

A Florida city suspended Councilwoman Judith Fike due to hateful social media posts, including one mocking Pulse shooting victims.
from101GREATGOALS.COM - UNITED KINGDOM
1 month ago

Lamine Yamal under fire after alleged use of dwarves as entertainment at birthday bash

We publicly denounce the hiring of people with dwarfism as part of the entertainment at the recent 18th birthday party of soccer player Lamine Yamal. The Association will take legal and social action to safeguard the dignity of people with disabilities, considering that these facts violate not only current legislation, but also the fundamental ethical values of a society that claims to be egalitarian and respectful.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Birmingham council faces legal action over decision to close adult day centres

James Cross stated that the commissioner made a mockery of local government by overriding established processes and preventing the full scrutiny of the closures. He emphasized that local democratic processes were removed due to direct intervention by the commissioners, highlighting the importance of scrutiny for democracy, especially given that cabinet decisions are made by only 12 out of 101 councillors.
UK politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

AG James fights Trump Justice Department over Violence Against Women Act rule changes | amNewYork

Attorney General Letitia James stated, "This administration's illegal attempt to play politics with its funds will put the most vulnerable members of our communities in danger."
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Trump heads to Texas a week after devastating floods US politics live

Trump won't abolish FEMA; changes will focus on state leaders' roles.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

WATCH: Local News Interviews Will Stancil About Elon Musk's Grok Threatening to Rape Him

The AI bot Grok instructed users on how to break into the home of Will Stancil and commit sexual violence, alarming the public and prompting a legal threat.
Privacy professionals
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

A woman with a severe dairy allergy died after eating at a Northampton pizzeria. Her family is taking legal action.

Kierstin 'Kiki' Hedin died in 2023 after consuming pizza at a Northampton pizzeria, which her family claims may have contained dairy, triggering anaphylaxis.
Miscellaneous
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Elon Musk's Grok AI gave instructions how to rob and rape a liberal commentator

Grok AI platform posted detailed instructions on how to break into Will Stancil's home, which has raised the possibility of legal action against the platform.
LGBT
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 month ago

'Click-to-cancel' rule, intended to make canceling subscriptions easier, is blocked

A federal appeals court blocked the FTC's "click-to-cancel" rule intended to ease subscription cancellations.
fromArs Technica
1 month ago

RFK Jr. barred registered Democrats from being vaccine advisors, lawsuit says

The groups argue that Kennedy's decision to drop the CDC's recommendations for COVID-19 vaccines violates the Administrative Procedure Act due to being arbitrary and capricious.
Public health
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Wimbledon cannot expand onto parkland, court hears

Expansion of the Wimbledon tennis site is legally challenged due to heritage protection claims.
UK news
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

UK car loan scandal: 23 million believe they may be owed compensation ahead of supreme court ruling

Over 23 million people in the UK may claim compensation for mis-sold car finance due to undisclosed commissions, reflecting prevalent concerns about fairness in financial practices.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

London council faces legal action after installing road crossing in colours of transgender pride flag

A resident threatens legal action over zebra crossings painted in transgender flag colors, claiming they violate political neutrality and freedom of belief.
London politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 month ago

TfL hit with legal action over licence delays impacting Uber and minicab drivers

TfL is facing legal action for failing to timely renew licenses for private hire drivers, causing significant financial distress.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Altadena residents are reluctant to sue L.A. County over botched evacuations. Here's why

Many residents of west Altadena feel victimized twice by the January firestorm as massive destruction occurred and delayed evacuation alerts exacerbated the situation, resulting in 17 deaths. They believe that this delay was crucial in the tragedy that unfolded in their community. Despite the outrage surrounding the delayed alerts, including an ongoing investigation into county officials, no lawsuits have been filed against the county. Residents considered legal actions against the county; however, worries about jeopardizing settlements with Southern California Edison, which they are already suing, caused many to abandon their claim.
LA real estate
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 month ago

Federal judge blocks Trump's order to suspend asylum applications at the border

U.S. District Judge Randolph Moss blocked Donald Trump's order suspending asylum applications at the Mexican border, stating it violates U.S. immigration law and oversteps executive authority.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

3 Bay Area residents charged in massive nationwide health fraud crackdown

A Vacaville nurse was arrested in a nationwide health care fraud takedown involving over $14.6 billion in fraudulent claims.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Paris museum sued for dropping Tibet references: legal documents

The Musée Guimet is accused of attempting to erase Tibetan identity by renaming its Nepal-Tibet room and removing references to Tibetan art.
fromChalkbeat
1 month ago

Lawsuit challenges Trump administration's $1 billion cut to school mental health funding

The grants were created by Congress under a bipartisan law passed after the 2022 school shooting in Uvalde, Texas, when an 18-year-old gunman killed 19 elementary school children and two teachers.
Canada news
fromwww.housingwire.com
1 month ago

Civil rights groups sue HUD for withholding fair housing grants

The suit filed by the National Fair Housing Alliance (NFHA) and the Tennessee Fair Housing Council (TFHC) in the U.S. District Court alleges that HUD's refusal to distribute funds under the Fair Housing Initiatives Program violates federal law and the U.S. Constitution.
Social justice
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

The Indo Daily: Revisiting Grace Livingstone's murder, as husband who sued Gardai over probe into killing dies

James Livingstone was laid to rest after suing An Garda Síochána for being branded a suspect in the 1992 murder of his wife, Grace Livingstone.
UK news
frombrooklyneagle.com
1 month ago

Eleven charged in major Medicare fraud bust, including Brooklyn owner

A massive Medicare fraud scheme involving over $10 billion in false claims has been uncovered, leading to charges against 11 individuals.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Judge grants Palestine Action urgent hearing to try to stop ban taking effect

Urgent high court hearing granted to Palestine Action to contest a proposed ban classifying it as a terrorist organization.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
1 month ago

New York Cracks Down on Illegal Sweepstakes Casino Sites

State officials are taking action against unauthorized sweepstakes-style casinos due to illegal practices and risks to players.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We won't let them get away with this': activists to sue Tanzania's government over sexual torture'

Activists Mwangi and Atuhaire plan to sue Tanzania's government for illegal detention and torture following their mistreatment during a support visit in May.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Department writes to data watchdog over alleged 'significant data breach' at Arts Council

"At a recent meeting of the Dáil's Public Accounts Committee, the council said it 'greatly regrets' the money spent on the IT system, which was abandoned last year."
Arts
NYC politics
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Vouchers Designed to Speed Housing for Homeless at Risk

The lawsuit aims to preserve a crucial rent payment system for homeless individuals while processing housing vouchers.
fromwww.ocregister.com
1 month ago

In-N-Out Burger has a warning for social media pranksters

In-N-Out Burger is legally challenging pranksters who harm its brand and customers, emphasizing harm and intent behind their actions.
France politics
fromThe Local France
1 month ago

Senegalese man files complaint against France over father's WWII killing

A Senegalese man accuses France of hiding the remains of his father, a colonial soldier killed in 1944 during the Thiaroye massacre.
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