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#police-misconduct

Police pressured him to confess to a murder that never happened. Now, Fontana will pay him $900,000

Fontana settles lawsuit for $900,000 over false murder confession pressured by police.

Woman mauled by Brentwood K-9 receives $1 million settlement

A woman mauled by a police dog will receive nearly $1 million for excessive force during her arrest.

San Jose to pay record settlement of $12 million to man exonerated in 2002 gang shooting

San José paid $12 million to a wrongfully imprisoned man, revealing the largest police misconduct settlement by the city.

Police pressured him to confess to a murder that never happened. Now, Fontana will pay him $900,000

Fontana settles lawsuit for $900,000 over false murder confession pressured by police.

Woman mauled by Brentwood K-9 receives $1 million settlement

A woman mauled by a police dog will receive nearly $1 million for excessive force during her arrest.

San Jose to pay record settlement of $12 million to man exonerated in 2002 gang shooting

San José paid $12 million to a wrongfully imprisoned man, revealing the largest police misconduct settlement by the city.
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#new-york

Woman with three emotional-support parrots scores $165G in NYC co-op battle

The co-op board must pay $165,000 to a tenant for evicting her over emotional-support parrots, highlighting housing discrimination issues.

Sotheby's pays over $6m to settle tax evasion case

Sotheby's will pay $6.25m to settle tax evasion claims in New York and implement reforms to prevent future violations.

Woman with three emotional-support parrots scores $165G in NYC co-op battle

The co-op board must pay $165,000 to a tenant for evicting her over emotional-support parrots, highlighting housing discrimination issues.

Sotheby's pays over $6m to settle tax evasion case

Sotheby's will pay $6.25m to settle tax evasion claims in New York and implement reforms to prevent future violations.
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For-profit colleges lose appeal to stop debt relief settlement

For-profit colleges lost their appeal to challenge a settlement that canceled $6 billion in student loans for over 200,000 borrowers.
#animal-rights

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.
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#medical-negligence

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.
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Columbia pays $395,000 to student suspended over protest fart spray'

Columbia University settled a case involving fart spray used on student protesters, raising concerns about chemical exposure and free speech.
#air-pollution

Mother secures Government settlement after court claim that pollution death breached daughter's human rights

Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah's case highlights the devastating impacts of air pollution and the prolonged fight for justice by her mother.

Long and painful journey' to apology for Lewisham girl's pollution-linked death

Air pollution is now recognized as a public health crisis in the UK due to the tragic case of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.

Mother secures Government settlement after court claim that pollution death breached daughter's human rights

Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah's case highlights the devastating impacts of air pollution and the prolonged fight for justice by her mother.

Long and painful journey' to apology for Lewisham girl's pollution-linked death

Air pollution is now recognized as a public health crisis in the UK due to the tragic case of Ella Adoo-Kissi-Debrah.
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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.
#real-estate

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.

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.

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.
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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.
#sexual-assault

She endured a traumatic cavity search when visiting a California prison. Now she won a $5.6-million settlement

A $5.6 million settlement was reached after a traumatic cavity search was deemed 'state sanctioned torture' by Christina Cardenas.

Roman Polanski: lawsuit alleging director raped teenager in 1973 settled and dismissed

Polanski will not face trial for a 1973 sexual assault after reaching a settlement.

'Make it look like Trevor didn't pay her': Ex-Dodger Bauer sues accuser for allegedly violating settlement terms

Trevor Bauer is suing Lindsey Hill for violating their settlement agreement regarding public statements on financial compensation.
Bauer is seeking $220,000 in damages for repeated violations of their agreement.

She endured a traumatic cavity search when visiting a California prison. Now she won a $5.6-million settlement

A $5.6 million settlement was reached after a traumatic cavity search was deemed 'state sanctioned torture' by Christina Cardenas.

Roman Polanski: lawsuit alleging director raped teenager in 1973 settled and dismissed

Polanski will not face trial for a 1973 sexual assault after reaching a settlement.

'Make it look like Trevor didn't pay her': Ex-Dodger Bauer sues accuser for allegedly violating settlement terms

Trevor Bauer is suing Lindsey Hill for violating their settlement agreement regarding public statements on financial compensation.
Bauer is seeking $220,000 in damages for repeated violations of their agreement.
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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.
#lgbtq-rights

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 settlement from Kansas Highway Patrol - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender woman awarded $50,000 after suing Kansas Highway Patrol for wrongful termination due to gender identity.

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 settlement from Kansas Highway Patrol - LGBTQ Nation

Transgender woman awarded $50,000 after suing Kansas Highway Patrol for wrongful termination due to gender identity.
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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.
#data-breach

Marriott agrees to pay $52M and boost security after four-year data breach exposed customer information

Marriott will pay $52 million and improve cybersecurity after a major data breach affected 131.5 million customers.

Contractor pays $300k to settle Medicare data breach

AFDS will pay $306,722 to settle claims of cyber security violations affecting Medicare beneficiaries' data.

Marriott agrees to pay $52M and boost security after four-year data breach exposed customer information

Marriott will pay $52 million and improve cybersecurity after a major data breach affected 131.5 million customers.

Contractor pays $300k to settle Medicare data breach

AFDS will pay $306,722 to settle claims of cyber security violations affecting Medicare beneficiaries' data.
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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.
#civil-rights

Seattle protesters arrested over anti-police graffiti awarded $700,000 by jury

The civil rights of protesters were violated leading to a significant financial settlement.

NYC paying record $28M settlement to family of Rikers inmate left severely brain damaged after suicide attempt: report

The city is set to pay $28.7 million to a Rikers Island inmate's family due to severe brain damage from a suicide attempt.
The settlement marks one of the largest payouts in NYC for a civil rights case, involving negligence by guards and the need for lifelong care.

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.

Seattle protesters arrested over anti-police graffiti awarded $700,000 by jury

The civil rights of protesters were violated leading to a significant financial settlement.

NYC paying record $28M settlement to family of Rikers inmate left severely brain damaged after suicide attempt: report

The city is set to pay $28.7 million to a Rikers Island inmate's family due to severe brain damage from a suicide attempt.
The settlement marks one of the largest payouts in NYC for a civil rights case, involving negligence by guards and the need for lifelong care.

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.
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#consumer-protection

CFPB orders Fay Servicing to pay $2M over illegal foreclosure practices

CFPB settles with Fay Servicing over illegal foreclosure practices, involving fines and compensation to affected customers.

Grocery giants pay $3.9M after allegedly overcharging Calif. customers

The grocery giants settled for nearly $4 million for false advertising and unfair competition regarding pricing inaccuracies.

Home Depot to pay $2 million settlement for overcharging customers

Home Depot will pay nearly $2 million to settle claims of false advertising and must implement a price accuracy program.

Lamps Plus to pay $4.1 million to settle false price-matching claims

Lamps Plus will pay $4.1 million to settle false advertising claims related to misleading price-match guarantees during the pandemic.

CFPB orders Fay Servicing to pay $2M over illegal foreclosure practices

CFPB settles with Fay Servicing over illegal foreclosure practices, involving fines and compensation to affected customers.

Grocery giants pay $3.9M after allegedly overcharging Calif. customers

The grocery giants settled for nearly $4 million for false advertising and unfair competition regarding pricing inaccuracies.

Home Depot to pay $2 million settlement for overcharging customers

Home Depot will pay nearly $2 million to settle claims of false advertising and must implement a price accuracy program.

Lamps Plus to pay $4.1 million to settle false price-matching claims

Lamps Plus will pay $4.1 million to settle false advertising claims related to misleading price-match guarantees during the pandemic.
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#athlete-compensation

Judge challenges terms of proposed settlement on athlete pay

Judge Wilken challenges the $2.8 billion NCAA settlement, calling it unfair for limiting athlete compensation.
The lawsuit marks a pivotal moment in the evolving landscape of college athlete compensation.

Landmark college settlement gets preliminary OK

Judge grants preliminary approval for $2.78 billion settlement transforming college athletics and enabling revenue sharing with athletes.

Judge challenges terms of proposed settlement on athlete pay

Judge Wilken challenges the $2.8 billion NCAA settlement, calling it unfair for limiting athlete compensation.
The lawsuit marks a pivotal moment in the evolving landscape of college athlete compensation.

Landmark college settlement gets preliminary OK

Judge grants preliminary approval for $2.78 billion settlement transforming college athletics and enabling revenue sharing with athletes.
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#supreme-court

Supreme Court Blocks Nationwide Opioid Settlement

The Supreme Court rejected a multi-billion dollar settlement with Purdue Pharma, allowing lawsuits affecting the opioid crisis to continue.

The Supreme Court rejects a nationwide opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma

The Supreme Court rejected a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma, impacting the Sackler family and victims of the opioid epidemic.

The Supreme Court Rejects a Nationwide Opioid Settlement With OxyContin Maker Purdue Pharma

The Supreme Court rejected a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma, impacting the Sackler family and victims of the opioid epidemic.

Colorado to pay $1.5M to settle anti-marriage equality 303 Creative SCOTUS case

Colorado to pay $1.5 million in fees after Supreme Court ruling favoring a web designer's refusal to cater to a same-sex couple.

Supreme Court Blocks Nationwide Opioid Settlement

The Supreme Court rejected a multi-billion dollar settlement with Purdue Pharma, allowing lawsuits affecting the opioid crisis to continue.

The Supreme Court rejects a nationwide opioid settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma

The Supreme Court rejected a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma, impacting the Sackler family and victims of the opioid epidemic.

The Supreme Court Rejects a Nationwide Opioid Settlement With OxyContin Maker Purdue Pharma

The Supreme Court rejected a nationwide settlement with Purdue Pharma, impacting the Sackler family and victims of the opioid epidemic.

Colorado to pay $1.5M to settle anti-marriage equality 303 Creative SCOTUS case

Colorado to pay $1.5 million in fees after Supreme Court ruling favoring a web designer's refusal to cater to a same-sex couple.
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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.

T-Mobile US agrees to $31.5M settlement after IT breaches

T-Mobile US agreed to pay $31.5 million for cybersecurity improvements and a fine after network intrusions affected millions of customers.
#disability-rights

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.
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AT&T to remove 8 miles of lead cables in Lake Tahoe after legal battle

AT&T will remove lead-clad cables from Lake Tahoe, ending a lengthy legal battle with environmental groups and safeguarding the waterbody's ecosystem.
#book-censorship

'And Tango Makes Three' returns to one Florida school district's library shelves after a ban

A Florida school district will reinstate And Tango Makes Three and other books as part of a settlement against book censorship.

'And Tango Makes Three' returns to one Florida school district's library shelves after a ban

The Nassau County School District reinstated challenged books, including 'And Tango Makes Three,' in a significant move against book censorship.

'And Tango Makes Three' returns to one Florida school district's library shelves after a ban

A Florida school district will reinstate And Tango Makes Three and other books as part of a settlement against book censorship.

'And Tango Makes Three' returns to one Florida school district's library shelves after a ban

The Nassau County School District reinstated challenged books, including 'And Tango Makes Three,' in a significant move against book censorship.
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Wife of California prisoner wins $5.6m after egregious' prison strip-search

Christina Cardenas will receive $5.6 million after being sexually violated during an improper strip-search at a California prison.

15-year-old son of LAPD officers killed himself with gun found in home. L.A. County to pay $495,000

Aiden Smith's suicide tragically underscores the failings in firearm safety measures in homes of law enforcement officers.
#venture-capital

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.

Fearless Fund shuts down its grant program for Black women

Fearless Fund is ending its grant program for Black women-owned businesses due to a legal settlement regarding alleged discrimination.

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.

Fearless Fund shuts down its grant program for Black women

Fearless Fund is ending its grant program for Black women-owned businesses due to a legal settlement regarding alleged discrimination.
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#defamation

Republican official must pay $200,000 to drag queens he defamed

Republican David Love settled for $200,000 after falsely accusing two drag queens of inappropriate behavior with children.

N.H. official must pay $200K after drag queens settle defamation case

A New Hampshire representative will pay $200,000 to two drag queens for false allegations related to inappropriate behavior and sex offender claims.

GOP lawmaker falsely accused drag queens of pedophilia. Now he has to pay $200K. - LGBTQ Nation

A Republican representative was held accountable for defamation against drag queens with a $200,000 settlement and public apology.

Republican official must pay $200,000 to drag queens he defamed

Republican David Love settled for $200,000 after falsely accusing two drag queens of inappropriate behavior with children.

N.H. official must pay $200K after drag queens settle defamation case

A New Hampshire representative will pay $200,000 to two drag queens for false allegations related to inappropriate behavior and sex offender claims.

GOP lawmaker falsely accused drag queens of pedophilia. Now he has to pay $200K. - LGBTQ Nation

A Republican representative was held accountable for defamation against drag queens with a $200,000 settlement and public apology.
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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.

Morning Docket: 08.08.24

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.

They were wrongfully convicted as teens. Now L.A. County is paying them $24 million

Settlement of $24 million approved for two wrongfully accused individuals after 23 years behind bars.

NYC to pay $2.1M in race discrimination settlement with three educators: 'Toxic whiteness'

Discrimination settlement of $2.1 million to white executives demoted under ex-Schools Chancellor Carranza for less-qualified people of color.
#real-estate-industry

Bay Area real estate agents face uncertainty amid looming changes

The real estate industry is facing a significant shift due to lawsuits alleging price fixing by real estate companies.
The National Association of Realtors agreed to a $418 million settlement regarding the standard practice of offering commissions to buyer's agents, affecting the buying and selling process.

Powerful Realtor Group Agrees to Slash Commissions to Settle Lawsuits

Elimination of 6% sales commission in the real estate industry
Significant impact expected on U.S. housing market

Bay Area real estate agents face uncertainty amid looming changes

The real estate industry is facing a significant shift due to lawsuits alleging price fixing by real estate companies.
The National Association of Realtors agreed to a $418 million settlement regarding the standard practice of offering commissions to buyer's agents, affecting the buying and selling process.

Powerful Realtor Group Agrees to Slash Commissions to Settle Lawsuits

Elimination of 6% sales commission in the real estate industry
Significant impact expected on U.S. housing market
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AI George Carlin case settled as performers demand better protection

AI technology used to imitate deceased comedian led to legal settlement.
Artists calling for protection against AI-generated mimicking of voices and likeness.

Could First-Time Buyers Lose Out Under New Commission Rules?

First-time home buyers may bear the burden of paying real estate agents directly.
Decoupling commissions could impact moderate- and middle-income home buyers, particularly Black and Latino buyers.

Met Police to pay 10,000 damages to woman arrested at Sarah Everard vigil

The Metropolitan Police agreed to pay damages to Jennifer Edmunds for breaching her human rights at the Sarah Everard vigil.
Ms. Edmunds sued the force for false imprisonment, assault, and more, with charges dropped 15 months later.

Defamation suit against Cowboys owner Jerry Jones dismissed by judge

Legal dispute between Jerry Jones and Alexandra Davis resolved in court.
Jones accused of defamation by Davis, case dismissed by judge.

Parents' Lawsuit Forces California to Spend $2B because of Covid Learning Loss

California schools mandated to spend $2 billion on tutoring for high-needs students due to learning loss from pandemic.
Legal settlement aims to make California's education system more equitable for students who were left behind during remote learning.

Prince Harry's statement in full as he berates Piers Morgan after lawsuit

Prince Harry settles phone hacking claim against Mirror Group Newspapers.
Prince Harry vows to continue bringing change to the British press.

Family Of Woman Who Died In Hotel Freezer To Get $10M Settlement

The family of Kenneka Jenkins, who died after becoming locked in a hotel freezer, has reached a $10 million settlement.
The settlement includes payments to Jenkins' mother, other family members, attorney fees, and funeral costs.

Family of Chicago woman who died in hotel freezer agrees to $10 million settlement

The family of Kenneka Jenkins, who froze to death in a hotel freezer, has reached a $10 million legal settlement.
Kenneka Jenkins' mother will receive $3.7 million, while other family members will receive $1.2 million and $1.5 million.

Federal judge approves settlement barring migrant family separations

A federal judge in San Diego approves a settlement that prohibits U.S. officials from separating migrant families at the U.S.-Mexico border and offers aid to thousands of parents and children who were previously forced apart.
The settlement also allows once-separated families to apply for permanent stay in the United States and clears their immigration records, giving them a fresh start in seeking humanitarian protection.

Woman handcuffed in police car hit by freight train reaches $8.5M settlement

Two Colorado cities agreed to an $8.5 million settlement with a woman severely injured during a traffic stop when a train struck the police cruiser she was handcuffed inside.

Uber and Lyft drivers in Massachusetts will now get minimum pay

Uber and Lyft agreed to worker benefits, including $32.50 per hour, paid sick leave, health insurance stipend, and a $175 million payment to Massachusetts.

Husband of bride killed in wedding-night crash gets $1.3M settlement

A newlywed bride died in a tragic accident just minutes after her wedding, leading to a wrongful-death settlement for the groom.

Oregon Department of Corrections ends practice of charging prisoners for medical devices

The Oregon Department of Corrections stopped making prisoners pay for medical devices, reimbursing thousands after legal actions.

Marijuana company to pay $350,000 after Holyoke employee's death

Cannabis company fined for employee's asthma-related death.

Judge approves Rocket's $3.5M settlement over unpaid employee overtime

A $3.5 million settlement was approved in a lawsuit against Rocket Mortgage for inadequate overtime pay.

NY AG James secures $700M judgment against Johnson & Johnson in talcum powder probe

Johnson & Johnson fined $700 million for deceptive marketing of talcum powder products.
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