Can Portland's New Independent Monitor Help Prevent Police Misconduct?
Dustin Ferreira's settlement highlights the systemic issues of police misconduct during protests.
McKinsey Agrees to Pay $122 Million to Settle South Africa Bribery Case
McKinsey & Co. will pay over $122 million to resolve a felony bribery probe linked to work in South Africa.
Editorial: How L.A. squanders millions that could be spent fixing its streets and sidewalks
Los Angeles' failure to maintain public infrastructure results in dangerous conditions, leading to liability lawsuits and financial strain on the city.
L.A. Catholic church covered up molesting priests for decades. The price: $1.5 billion and so much pain
The Los Angeles Archdiocese's $880-million settlement reflects a significant financial burden stemming from clergy sex abuse scandals, with total payments exceeding $1.5 billion.
Judge orders all new NYC taxis be made wheelchair accessible
New NYC yellow taxis must be wheelchair-accessible, as mandated by a federal ruling enforcing compliance with a settlement.
140 women win payouts for vaginal mesh complications
140 women received a major settlement against vaginal mesh manufacturers after suffering serious complications from the implants.
The new homebuying rule that could save you thousands
New buyer-representation agreements alter the real estate landscape, shifting buyer awareness on agent compensation and commitment.
Hyde & Seek creche companies at centre of RTE investigation make 1.6m profit
Hyde & Seek settled 41 High Court cases for €615,000 without admitting liability and still reported significant profits.
Norfolk Southern reaches a multi-million-dollar settlement over Ohio train derailment
Norfolk Southern Railway settles for $235 million with the EPA for cleanup and community health programs after a 2023 derailment in East Palestine, Ohio.
Under Threat of Federal Suit (Again!), City Hall Promises Action on 'Unacceptable' Illegal Police Parking
Deputy Mayor Joshi promises to tackle illegal police parking and emphasizes the city's past accessibility efforts resulting from legal actions.
Supreme Court To Nick Sandmann: 'Lol, No' To Hearing His Omnibus Defamation Lawsuit Against News Orgs
The Nick Sandmann defamation lawsuits lacked substantial grounds and were settled as nuisance fees.
Perceived defamation based on opinions and minor factual errors in reporting is not legally valid.