A venture capital grant program for Black women officially ends after court ruling
The Fearless Fund has permanently closed its grant program for Black women business owners following a legal settlement over alleged racial discrimination.
American Airlines Settles Racial Discrimination Case
American Airlines settled a lawsuit regarding racial discrimination after three Black men were wrongly removed from a flight, emphasizing the need for inclusivity.
A venture capital grant program for Black women officially ends after court ruling
The Fearless Fund has permanently closed its grant program for Black women business owners following a legal settlement over alleged racial discrimination.
American Airlines Settles Racial Discrimination Case
American Airlines settled a lawsuit regarding racial discrimination after three Black men were wrongly removed from a flight, emphasizing the need for inclusivity.
U.S. Agrees to Pay $116 Million to Settle Sexual Abuse Claims at California Prison
Federal government settles for $116 million for 103 women abused in a California women's prison, marking a historic victory for similar victims.
Record $116 million settlement for woman victimized in 'rape club' at California prison
The federal government will pay $116 million to over 100 women abused in a California prison, marking the largest misconduct settlement in federal prison history.
Unprecedented class-action settlement reached in FCI Dublin women's prison lawsuit alleging years of abuse and retaliation by guards
Historic settlement reached for inmates from FCI Dublin addresses sexual abuse and mandates federal oversight.
Women once held in California 'rape club' prison reach historic settlement to protect inmates
A historic settlement has been reached to increase oversight and protections for inmates following allegations of abuse at a closed women's prison.
Former Dublin FCI prison inmates reach historic settlement, call for Biden to pardon abuse victims
The settlement following a class-action lawsuit will bring significant changes to the treatment of inmates and address abuse claims at FCI Dublin.
US Bureau of Prisons pays historic' $115m to survivors of staff sexual abuse
The BoP's $115 million settlement with victims of FCI Dublin's sexual abuse shows systemic issues in women's prisons are being recognized and challenged.
U.S. Agrees to Pay $116 Million to Settle Sexual Abuse Claims at California Prison
Federal government settles for $116 million for 103 women abused in a California women's prison, marking a historic victory for similar victims.
Record $116 million settlement for woman victimized in 'rape club' at California prison
The federal government will pay $116 million to over 100 women abused in a California prison, marking the largest misconduct settlement in federal prison history.
Unprecedented class-action settlement reached in FCI Dublin women's prison lawsuit alleging years of abuse and retaliation by guards
Historic settlement reached for inmates from FCI Dublin addresses sexual abuse and mandates federal oversight.
Women once held in California 'rape club' prison reach historic settlement to protect inmates
A historic settlement has been reached to increase oversight and protections for inmates following allegations of abuse at a closed women's prison.
Former Dublin FCI prison inmates reach historic settlement, call for Biden to pardon abuse victims
The settlement following a class-action lawsuit will bring significant changes to the treatment of inmates and address abuse claims at FCI Dublin.
US Bureau of Prisons pays historic' $115m to survivors of staff sexual abuse
The BoP's $115 million settlement with victims of FCI Dublin's sexual abuse shows systemic issues in women's prisons are being recognized and challenged.
McKinsey & Company to pay $650 million for role in opioid crisis
McKinsey and Company agreed to pay $650 million to settle charges over its role in promoting OxyContin amid rising opioid crises.
McKinsey nears $600m settlement with US government over role in opioid crisis
McKinsey is nearing a settlement over its role in the opioid crisis, negotiating a deferred prosecution agreement with a payout exceeding $600 million.
McKinsey to pay $650m to resolve US investigation into opioid crisis role
McKinsey acknowledges wrongdoing and pays $650 million related to the opioid epidemic settlement over five years.
McKinsey agrees to pay $122 million to settle South African bribery charges in the US
McKinsey agrees to pay over $122 million to settle bribery claims related to its operations in South Africa.
McKinsey & Company to pay $650 million for role in opioid crisis
McKinsey and Company agreed to pay $650 million to settle charges over its role in promoting OxyContin amid rising opioid crises.
McKinsey nears $600m settlement with US government over role in opioid crisis
McKinsey is nearing a settlement over its role in the opioid crisis, negotiating a deferred prosecution agreement with a payout exceeding $600 million.
McKinsey to pay $650m to resolve US investigation into opioid crisis role
McKinsey acknowledges wrongdoing and pays $650 million related to the opioid epidemic settlement over five years.
McKinsey agrees to pay $122 million to settle South African bribery charges in the US
McKinsey agrees to pay over $122 million to settle bribery claims related to its operations in South Africa.
Two Brooklyn-based home care agencies agree to pay $7.5 million in unpaid pages to more than 25,000 employees: AG * Brooklyn Paper
Two Brooklyn health agencies settle for $17.25 million due to wage theft and Medicaid fraud allegations, protecting workers' rights and taxpayer interests.
Health Protections for Migrant Children in Custody Are Set to Expire
The expiration of a court-ordered child protection system at the border raises fears of deteriorating conditions under a less immigrant-friendly administration.
Two Brooklyn-based home care agencies agree to pay $7.5 million in unpaid pages to more than 25,000 employees: AG * Brooklyn Paper
Two Brooklyn health agencies settle for $17.25 million due to wage theft and Medicaid fraud allegations, protecting workers' rights and taxpayer interests.
Health Protections for Migrant Children in Custody Are Set to Expire
The expiration of a court-ordered child protection system at the border raises fears of deteriorating conditions under a less immigrant-friendly administration.
Irish Athletic Boxing Association denies discriminating against Protestant boxer 'on grounds of religion or culture'
The IABA and UBC resolved a discrimination dispute with Daryl Clarke through mediation, emphasizing confidentiality and mutual understanding without admission of liability.
Family of late property developer Joe Cosgrave settle row over company, court told
Denise Cosgrave's case against her brothers-in-law and their companies was resolved through mediation, allowing her to become a registered shareholder and withdrawing all claims.
Irish Athletic Boxing Association denies discriminating against Protestant boxer 'on grounds of religion or culture'
The IABA and UBC resolved a discrimination dispute with Daryl Clarke through mediation, emphasizing confidentiality and mutual understanding without admission of liability.
Family of late property developer Joe Cosgrave settle row over company, court told
Denise Cosgrave's case against her brothers-in-law and their companies was resolved through mediation, allowing her to become a registered shareholder and withdrawing all claims.
Judge approves settlement in landmark LGBTQ+ fertility case
A federal judge upheld a settlement in a historic class action against Aetna, ensuring equal fertility treatment coverage for LGBTQ+ couples.
A school fired an anti-trans teacher & now must pay him half a million dollars - LGBTQ Nation
Virginia school board pays $575,000 after firing a teacher for not using a trans student's pronouns, highlighting tensions between religious beliefs and LGBTQ+ rights.
Gay bar wins $670K settlement with feds after owner's testimony moved courtroom to tears - LGBTQ Nation
A gay bar lawsuit in Honolulu resulted in a $670,000 settlement after revealing systemic homophobic abuse by liquor commission inspectors.
Transgender woman awarded $50,000 after suing Kansas Highway Patrol for wrongful termination due to gender identity.
Judge approves settlement in landmark LGBTQ+ fertility case
A federal judge upheld a settlement in a historic class action against Aetna, ensuring equal fertility treatment coverage for LGBTQ+ couples.
A school fired an anti-trans teacher & now must pay him half a million dollars - LGBTQ Nation
Virginia school board pays $575,000 after firing a teacher for not using a trans student's pronouns, highlighting tensions between religious beliefs and LGBTQ+ rights.
Gay bar wins $670K settlement with feds after owner's testimony moved courtroom to tears - LGBTQ Nation
A gay bar lawsuit in Honolulu resulted in a $670,000 settlement after revealing systemic homophobic abuse by liquor commission inspectors.
Amid new rules for commissions, homebuyers should target 1.5%-2%, consumer advocate says
The settlement on class-action over real estate commissions may significantly lower costs for consumers and alter industry dynamics.
Real estate brokerages notch procedural victory in commission case
Corporate brokerages RE/MAX, Keller Williams, and Anywhere received a temporary stay in homebuyer commission lawsuits, preserving judicial resources during ongoing appeals.
Objections abound as NAR settlement approaches final approval date
The upcoming approval hearing for the NAR settlement faces widespread objections from various plaintiffs challenging its fairness and effectiveness in curbing commission fixing.
Nearly two dozen plaintiffs added to Batton 2 commission lawsuit
The NAR's settlement does not shield it from ongoing homebuyer commission lawsuits, including the recently amended Batton 2 case.
Keller Williams settles some of the lawsuits tied to its profit-sharing program
Keller Williams settled lawsuits regarding changes to its profit-sharing program, alleviating significant legal concerns.
Amid new rules for commissions, homebuyers should target 1.5%-2%, consumer advocate says
The settlement on class-action over real estate commissions may significantly lower costs for consumers and alter industry dynamics.
Real estate brokerages notch procedural victory in commission case
Corporate brokerages RE/MAX, Keller Williams, and Anywhere received a temporary stay in homebuyer commission lawsuits, preserving judicial resources during ongoing appeals.
Objections abound as NAR settlement approaches final approval date
The upcoming approval hearing for the NAR settlement faces widespread objections from various plaintiffs challenging its fairness and effectiveness in curbing commission fixing.
Nearly two dozen plaintiffs added to Batton 2 commission lawsuit
The NAR's settlement does not shield it from ongoing homebuyer commission lawsuits, including the recently amended Batton 2 case.
Keller Williams settles some of the lawsuits tied to its profit-sharing program
Keller Williams settled lawsuits regarding changes to its profit-sharing program, alleviating significant legal concerns.
Girl wins $300K settlement over seizure and slaughter of pet goat
Shasta County to pay $300,000 to settle lawsuit after family's pet goat Cedar was seized and slaughtered by deputies.
California County to Pay $300,000 Over Butchering of Girl's Goat
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office settled for $300,000 after seizing a 9-year-old girl's pet goat, which was later slaughtered despite family's pleas.
Shasta County will pay $300K to settle slaughter of girl's pet goat seized by sheriff's deputies
Shasta County settles with family for $300,000 after sheriff's seizure of their goat, Cedar, for slaughter following auction controversy.
Girl wins $300K settlement over seizure and slaughter of pet goat
Shasta County to pay $300,000 to settle lawsuit after family's pet goat Cedar was seized and slaughtered by deputies.
California County to Pay $300,000 Over Butchering of Girl's Goat
The Shasta County Sheriff's Office settled for $300,000 after seizing a 9-year-old girl's pet goat, which was later slaughtered despite family's pleas.
Shasta County will pay $300K to settle slaughter of girl's pet goat seized by sheriff's deputies
Shasta County settles with family for $300,000 after sheriff's seizure of their goat, Cedar, for slaughter following auction controversy.
140 women in England receive payout for vaginal mesh implant complications
Over 100 women received settlements for complications from vaginal mesh implants in a landmark group claim, highlighting systemic medical negligence.
Girl (2) who suffered brain damage receives 5m payment and apology from hospital as court told of 'repeated egregious failings in care'
Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin admitted liability for egregious care failings that severely affected Kitty Mae Hayes, leading to a €5 million interim settlement.
Nearly 6 years after young man's death in jail, California county agrees to pay $5 million just before trial
San Diego County will pay $5 million to the mother of Michael Wilson, who died in jail due to lack of medication.
The county jail system in San Diego has been implicated in multiple inmate deaths due to inadequate medical care.
140 women in England receive payout for vaginal mesh implant complications
Over 100 women received settlements for complications from vaginal mesh implants in a landmark group claim, highlighting systemic medical negligence.
Girl (2) who suffered brain damage receives 5m payment and apology from hospital as court told of 'repeated egregious failings in care'
Children's Health Ireland at Crumlin admitted liability for egregious care failings that severely affected Kitty Mae Hayes, leading to a €5 million interim settlement.
Nearly 6 years after young man's death in jail, California county agrees to pay $5 million just before trial
San Diego County will pay $5 million to the mother of Michael Wilson, who died in jail due to lack of medication.
The county jail system in San Diego has been implicated in multiple inmate deaths due to inadequate medical care.
Canada's $32.5 Billion Tobacco Settlement Is a Hollow Victory | The Walrus
G ar Mahood is a prominent tobacco control advocate, recognized for his leadership against the tobacco industry and its harmful practices.
Chris Packham settles case over axing of green policy
Chris Packham settled a legal battle with the UK government over delays to environmental policies that undermine net zero targets.
Key Bridge collapse: Dali owners to pay over $100M to cover federal costs in restoring port access
Singapore shipping companies to pay over $100 million in damages for Francis Scott Key Bridge crash, aiding federal cleanup costs and victim compensation.
Shipping firms to pay $102M over Baltimore bridge collapse DW 10/25/2024
The container ship MV Dali's owners will pay nearly $102 million for a deadly collision that caused extensive damage and loss of life.
Designers of late Princess Diana's wedding dress settle dispute over drawings of gown
David and Elizabeth Emanuel settled their lawsuit regarding the drawings of Princess Diana's wedding dress, resolving their conflict amicably.
Trump Offered Stormy Daniels Financial Incentive For Silence
Trump's lawyers offered Stormy Daniels a financial incentive to ensure she refrains from making disparaging comments about him after the hush money verdict.
L.A. Catholic Church to pay record settlement over clergy abuse; cumulative payouts top $1.5 billion
Archdiocese of Los Angeles agrees to pay $880 million to settle clergy sexual abuse claims, marking a significant resolution in a lengthy legal battle.
Raytheon agrees to massive $252M settlement over federal bribery charges
RTX Corporation settles bribery charges with a $252 million payment to the U.S. government and forfeits $36.6 million.
Texas man drops lawsuit against women he accused of helping his ex-wife get abortion pills
The Texas man settled a lawsuit against his ex-wife's friends regarding their support for her abortion, highlighting ongoing tensions in abortion rights issues.
In legal battle over emotional support parrots, woman wins $165,000
The settlement reinforces legal protections for individuals with disabilities regarding their emotional support animals.
NYC woman who faced eviction over 3 emotional support parrots wins $165K in federal case
A significant ruling preserves the rights of disabled tenants to keep emotional support animals, resulting in a landmark settlement for one woman's eviction case.
Los Angeles to pay $38.2M to settle accessible housing lawsuit
Los Angeles will pay $38.2 million for fraudulently using housing grants intended for disabled residents.
The city failed to provide accessible housing despite receiving federal money, impacting many disabled individuals.
Austin ISD settles lawsuit over delayed special ed evaluations, creates fund for affected students - Austin Monitor
The settlement addresses a special education evaluation backlog in Austin ISD, establishing a $4 million fund for affected students' compensatory education.
Years after lawsuit, Kaiser will pay for new wheelchair for California woman
The class-action suit against Kaiser resulted in a settlement for better wheelchair coverage, highlighting the need for adequate insurance for individuals with disabilities.
ADA lawsuit against Berkeley settles with new rules for meeting access
Berkeley has agreed to accommodate disabled commissioners by permitting remote attendance at meetings without disclosing their locations.
In legal battle over emotional support parrots, woman wins $165,000
The settlement reinforces legal protections for individuals with disabilities regarding their emotional support animals.
NYC woman who faced eviction over 3 emotional support parrots wins $165K in federal case
A significant ruling preserves the rights of disabled tenants to keep emotional support animals, resulting in a landmark settlement for one woman's eviction case.
Los Angeles to pay $38.2M to settle accessible housing lawsuit
Los Angeles will pay $38.2 million for fraudulently using housing grants intended for disabled residents.
The city failed to provide accessible housing despite receiving federal money, impacting many disabled individuals.
Austin ISD settles lawsuit over delayed special ed evaluations, creates fund for affected students - Austin Monitor
The settlement addresses a special education evaluation backlog in Austin ISD, establishing a $4 million fund for affected students' compensatory education.
Years after lawsuit, Kaiser will pay for new wheelchair for California woman
The class-action suit against Kaiser resulted in a settlement for better wheelchair coverage, highlighting the need for adequate insurance for individuals with disabilities.
ADA lawsuit against Berkeley settles with new rules for meeting access
Berkeley has agreed to accommodate disabled commissioners by permitting remote attendance at meetings without disclosing their locations.
Holocaust-restitution firm Mondex settles legal feud with heir over fees for $24m Chagall painting
Mondex Corporation settles a lawsuit over fees related to the restitution of a $24m Chagall painting looted during the Holocaust.
Heat's Jimmy Butler, YouTube influencer will pay $340,000 to resolve cryptocurrency claims
Jimmy Butler and Ben Armstrong settle a lawsuit for $340,000 over accusations of misleading investors about unregistered securities.
U.S. District Judge will review the settlement following extensive negotiations and a previous case involving Binance. The duo denied wrongdoing.
Women harmed by vaginal mesh in England get payout
More than 100 women received settlements from transvaginal mesh manufacturers, but many others missed claims due to strict time limits.
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AI may not significantly enhance Biglaw practices beyond back-office tasks.
Maui Wildfire Plaintiffs Reach $4 Billion Settlement as Anniversary Nears
Hawaii's largest utility agrees to pay over $4 billion in a legal settlement for a wildfire disaster on Maui.
Meta agrees to $1.4 billion settlement with Texas over privacy violations
Meta settled a $1.4 billion fine with Texas for illegally collecting users' biometric data, the largest privacy settlement by a U.S. state.
Psychologically tortured': California city pays man nearly $1m after 17-hour police interrogation
Police in Fontana subjected a man to a 17-hour interrogation pressuring him to falsely confess to murdering his father, who was alive, leading to a $900,000 settlement.
Crypto lender Genesis reaches $2B settlement
The $2 billion settlement between the New York attorney general and Genesis Global highlights the consequences of lack of oversight and the trend of crypto casualties.
Sean Combs Is Shown Assaulting Cassie in 2016 Surveillance Video
The hotel surveillance footage published by CNN shows Sean Combs assaulting his former girlfriend, consistent with allegations made in a lawsuit settled last year.