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Dell pays $2.3 million to settle claims that it overcharged the US Army for computers

Dell will pay $2.3 million to settle claims of overcharging the U.S. Army, without admitting guilt under the False Claims Act.

Home Health Care agencies' settlement will compensate employees under Wage Parity Act

Edison and Preferred Home Health Care agencies settled for underpayment of aides, paying a total of $16.25 million.

Dell pays $2.3 million to settle claims that it overcharged the US Army for computers

Dell will pay $2.3 million to settle claims of overcharging the U.S. Army, without admitting guilt under the False Claims Act.

Home Health Care agencies' settlement will compensate employees under Wage Parity Act

Edison and Preferred Home Health Care agencies settled for underpayment of aides, paying a total of $16.25 million.
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#civil-rights

Officer sicced K-9 on woman, then dog tore off her scalp, suit says. Now, she gets $1M

A California woman whose scalp was torn off by a police dog settled her federal lawsuit against the officer for $967,000.

East Bay city to pay woman nearly $1M after police dog mauled her scalp

Settlement in police dog attack case highlights dangers of K-9s and raises concerns about excessive force in law enforcement situations.

Employee asked for a pen in Spanish. The school then issued an English-only policy

A Fontana preschool settled for $200,000 after imposing an English-only policy, retaliating against an employee for speaking Spanish.

Officer sicced K-9 on woman, then dog tore off her scalp, suit says. Now, she gets $1M

A California woman whose scalp was torn off by a police dog settled her federal lawsuit against the officer for $967,000.

East Bay city to pay woman nearly $1M after police dog mauled her scalp

Settlement in police dog attack case highlights dangers of K-9s and raises concerns about excessive force in law enforcement situations.

Employee asked for a pen in Spanish. The school then issued an English-only policy

A Fontana preschool settled for $200,000 after imposing an English-only policy, retaliating against an employee for speaking Spanish.
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#shoplifting

Woman whose scalp was torn by police dog wins $1 million settlement

A California woman settled for nearly $1 million after suffering severe injuries from a police dog during an attempted arrest related to shoplifting.

Shoplifter injured by police dog gets nearly $1-million settlement from Northern California city

A woman received a $967,000 settlement after a police dog severely injured her during a shoplifting arrest in Brentwood, California.

Woman whose scalp was torn by police dog wins $1 million settlement

A California woman settled for nearly $1 million after suffering severe injuries from a police dog during an attempted arrest related to shoplifting.

Shoplifter injured by police dog gets nearly $1-million settlement from Northern California city

A woman received a $967,000 settlement after a police dog severely injured her during a shoplifting arrest in Brentwood, California.
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#pete-hegseth

Defense pick Peter Hegeth paid accuser to protect his career, his lawyer confirms

Hegseth settled allegations of sexual assault to prevent a lawsuit, which raises questions regarding his nomination for Secretary of Defense.

Trump's Pentagon pick paid woman after sex assault allegation but denies wrongdoing, his lawyer says

Pete Hegseth faced accusations of sexual assault, which he denies, claiming consensual interaction and blackmail, while settlement was made to avoid legal issues.

Defense pick Peter Hegeth paid accuser to protect his career, his lawyer confirms

Hegseth settled allegations of sexual assault to prevent a lawsuit, which raises questions regarding his nomination for Secretary of Defense.

Trump's Pentagon pick paid woman after sex assault allegation but denies wrongdoing, his lawyer says

Pete Hegseth faced accusations of sexual assault, which he denies, claiming consensual interaction and blackmail, while settlement was made to avoid legal issues.
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#class-action-lawsuit

Oracle probably owes you money over tracking allegations. Here's how to find out

Oracle faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly tracking personal data without consent since 2018, leading to a $115 million settlement.

Oracle may owe you money as part of a $115 million lawsuit settlement. What to know about filing a claim

Oracle settles class action lawsuit for $115 million over data collection without consent.

UFC reaches $375m settlement on class-action lawsuit with another pending

UFC settles for $375 million with former fighters after initial agreement was dismissed.
Ongoing litigation indicates complexities in resolving antitrust issues within the sport.

Patients at center of data breach case win $65M settlement against Lehigh Valley Health Network

Settlement reached in a $65 million data breach case involving Lehigh Valley Health Network and stolen patient medical records. A significant step for affected individuals.

Letters Supporting Settlement in Antitrust Case Filed by Numerous Ex-UFC Fighters

Former UFC fighters are voicing support for a $375 million settlement in a class action lawsuit against the organization.

AIDS Healthcare Foundation settles class-action tenant case over squalid living conditions

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation will pay $575,000 to settle a lawsuit about poor living conditions at the Madison Hotel.

Oracle probably owes you money over tracking allegations. Here's how to find out

Oracle faces a class action lawsuit for allegedly tracking personal data without consent since 2018, leading to a $115 million settlement.

Oracle may owe you money as part of a $115 million lawsuit settlement. What to know about filing a claim

Oracle settles class action lawsuit for $115 million over data collection without consent.

UFC reaches $375m settlement on class-action lawsuit with another pending

UFC settles for $375 million with former fighters after initial agreement was dismissed.
Ongoing litigation indicates complexities in resolving antitrust issues within the sport.

Patients at center of data breach case win $65M settlement against Lehigh Valley Health Network

Settlement reached in a $65 million data breach case involving Lehigh Valley Health Network and stolen patient medical records. A significant step for affected individuals.

Letters Supporting Settlement in Antitrust Case Filed by Numerous Ex-UFC Fighters

Former UFC fighters are voicing support for a $375 million settlement in a class action lawsuit against the organization.

AIDS Healthcare Foundation settles class-action tenant case over squalid living conditions

The AIDS Healthcare Foundation will pay $575,000 to settle a lawsuit about poor living conditions at the Madison Hotel.
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Inside the NBA: beloved show to air on ESPN and ABC as part of WBD-NBA settlement

Inside the NBA will move to ESPN and ABC starting with the 2025-26 season as part of a settlement involving Warner Bros Discovery and the NBA.

Black and Latino families reach tentative settlement with Palm Springs over razed homes

Palm Springs' city council has reached a tentative $5.9 million settlement for Black and Latino families affected by 1950s and 1960s urban renewal projects.
#exp-world-holdings

Weichert Realtors settles the commission lawsuits

Weichert Realtors settled commission lawsuits with Hooper plaintiffs, echoing eXp's prior settlement; terms remain undisclosed and litigation continues regarding the Gibson suit.

Court denies eXp's motion to stay the Gibson commission lawsuit

eXp World Holdings faces ongoing commission lawsuit challenges despite a negotiated settlement, as the court denies its motion to stay proceedings.

Weichert Realtors settles the commission lawsuits

Weichert Realtors settled commission lawsuits with Hooper plaintiffs, echoing eXp's prior settlement; terms remain undisclosed and litigation continues regarding the Gibson suit.

Court denies eXp's motion to stay the Gibson commission lawsuit

eXp World Holdings faces ongoing commission lawsuit challenges despite a negotiated settlement, as the court denies its motion to stay proceedings.
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Man who lost leg in California police shooting wins $5 million, while in prison

Anaheim agrees to $5 million settlement with Raul Sanchez after he lost a leg in a police shooting during a burglary incident.

Lahaina Fire Settlement is Caught up in Legal Fight With Insurers

The Lahaina fire prompted a $4 billion settlement addressing claims for over 10,000 victims, but insurance industry challenges are complicating timely payouts.

Boeing reaches last-minute settlement with victim's family to avoid a civil trial in 737 MAX crash that killed 157

Boeing settled a case with the family of a 737 MAX crash victim, averting a civil trial set to begin in Chicago.
#bankruptcy

US Catholic diocese agrees to pay $323m to child sexual abuse survivors

The Rockville Centre diocese's bankruptcy settlement offers $323 million to 530 sex abuse survivors, marking a significant step towards compensation and future mission continuity.

Diocese of Oakland's plan to settle with sexual assault survivors receives pushback

The Diocese of Oakland's settlement proposal for sexual abuse survivors is underwhelming and not comparable to larger settlements in California.

FTX's $228M Settlement With Bybit Brings Conclusion of Epic Liquidation Closer

FTX secured over $200 million from Bybit, aiding its bankruptcy recovery plan for compensating former customers and creditors.

US Catholic diocese agrees to pay $323m to child sexual abuse survivors

The Rockville Centre diocese's bankruptcy settlement offers $323 million to 530 sex abuse survivors, marking a significant step towards compensation and future mission continuity.

Diocese of Oakland's plan to settle with sexual assault survivors receives pushback

The Diocese of Oakland's settlement proposal for sexual abuse survivors is underwhelming and not comparable to larger settlements in California.

FTX's $228M Settlement With Bybit Brings Conclusion of Epic Liquidation Closer

FTX secured over $200 million from Bybit, aiding its bankruptcy recovery plan for compensating former customers and creditors.
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Oregon will get up to $40 million in a new opioid settlement with Kroger

Oregon will receive $40 million for drug addiction prevention as part of a $1.37 billion opioid crisis settlement with Kroger.

SF mayoral candidate Mark Farrell to pay ethics penalty for alleged campaign finance violations

Mark Farrell's $108,179 settlement highlights violations in campaign finance rules, marking the largest settlement in the San Francisco Ethics Commission's history.
#animal-rights

After deputies took her pet goat to be butchered, girl wins $300,000 from Shasta County

Shasta County settled for $300,000 over the wrongful seizure of a goat from a young girl.
The case raised important questions regarding animal ownership and legal intervention in such matters.

'She loved him': Calif. officials to pay $300,000 after death of girl's pet goat

The family of Cedar the goat settled for $300,000 after a legal battle over the wrongful seizure of their pet by county officials.

After deputies took her pet goat to be butchered, girl wins $300,000 from Shasta County

Shasta County settled for $300,000 over the wrongful seizure of a goat from a young girl.
The case raised important questions regarding animal ownership and legal intervention in such matters.

'She loved him': Calif. officials to pay $300,000 after death of girl's pet goat

The family of Cedar the goat settled for $300,000 after a legal battle over the wrongful seizure of their pet by county officials.
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Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk parent company settles class action wage lawsuit for $5.9 million

Santa Cruz Seaside Co. has agreed to a $6 million settlement over unpaid wages and labor violations.

The Arabs will disappear': buoyant Israeli settlers eye return to Gaza

Right-wing Israelis view military success in Gaza as an opportunity to resettle the territory, marking a shift in political support.

Kanye West settles with Adidas out of court after brand cut ties over antisemitic rants

Adidas reached an out-of-court settlement with Kanye West, resolving issues without financial exchange or the need for further conflict.
#ftc

Marriott will pay $52m and boost security to close probes over data breaches that affected 300 million customers

Marriott International will pay $52 million and enhance its data security protocols after major data breaches affecting over 300 million customers.

Marriott settles with the FTC for $52 million over data breaches

Marriott will pay $52 million and improve data security after data breaches affecting 300 million customers.

The biggest single-family home landlord in the US is poised to pay $48 million in settlement with FTC

Invitation Homes to settle FTC claims for over $48 million regarding deceptive practices against tenants.

FTC hits Lyft with $2.1M penalty for luring drivers with false earnings claims | TechCrunch

Lyft agreed to a $2.1 million settlement for deceptive earnings claims misleading drivers about expected income.

Marriott will pay $52m and boost security to close probes over data breaches that affected 300 million customers

Marriott International will pay $52 million and enhance its data security protocols after major data breaches affecting over 300 million customers.

Marriott settles with the FTC for $52 million over data breaches

Marriott will pay $52 million and improve data security after data breaches affecting 300 million customers.

The biggest single-family home landlord in the US is poised to pay $48 million in settlement with FTC

Invitation Homes to settle FTC claims for over $48 million regarding deceptive practices against tenants.

FTC hits Lyft with $2.1M penalty for luring drivers with false earnings claims | TechCrunch

Lyft agreed to a $2.1 million settlement for deceptive earnings claims misleading drivers about expected income.
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Sources: Ellis got equal pay settlement from USSF

The US Soccer Federation settled a financial agreement with former USWNT coach Jill Ellis regarding equal pay amidst ongoing gender pay disparity discussions.
#bridge-collapse

Shipping firms to pay $102m settlement for Baltimore Bridge cleanup

The shipping companies reached a $102 million settlement over a deadly bridge collapse but deny liability and face further claims.

Singaporean firms whose ship ignited the Baltimore Bridge catastrophe fined $100 million

The cargo ship disaster will cost the responsible companies $102 million, alleviating the financial burden from American taxpayers.

Shipping firms to pay $102m settlement for Baltimore Bridge cleanup

The shipping companies reached a $102 million settlement over a deadly bridge collapse but deny liability and face further claims.

Singaporean firms whose ship ignited the Baltimore Bridge catastrophe fined $100 million

The cargo ship disaster will cost the responsible companies $102 million, alleviating the financial burden from American taxpayers.
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Televisa chairman takes leave amid FIFA probe

Emilio Azcárraga Jean takes administrative leave amid the U.S. DOJ's ongoing investigation into Grupo Televisa's dealings with FIFA officials.

Ship owner agrees to pay $102m over Baltimore bridge collapse that killed six

The shipwreck settlement of $100 million ensures the responsible parties cover cleanup costs rather than American taxpayers.

Companies to Pay $101.9 Million to Settle Baltimore Bridge Collapse Lawsuit

The owners and operators of the container ship Dali agreed to a $100 million settlement following a deadly collision with the Francis Scott Key Bridge.
#ufc

Judge Approves $375 Million Settlement in UFC Antitrust Lawsuit

Judge Boulware grants preliminary approval for a $375 million settlement in the UFC antitrust lawsuit, a significant victory for the plaintiffs.

UFC agrees to $375M settlement in antitrust suit

UFC settlement for $375 million in antitrust lawsuit aims to resolve prior legal concerns and allegations against compensation practices.

$375 million UFC settlement gets first approval

Settlement of $375 million approved in the Le v. Zuffa antitrust lawsuit against UFC, resolving a decade-long legal battle.

New Deal Reached Between UFC, Plaintiffs In First of Two Class Action Lawsuits

The UFC has settled with plaintiffs in a lawsuit alleging unfair practices, agreeing to a $375 million settlement after a prior deal was rejected.

UFC Agrees to $375 Million Settlement for Le vs. Zuffa Antitrust Case

UFC has proposed a $375 million settlement to resolve part of an antitrust lawsuit, awaiting judicial approval.

Judge Approves $375 Million Settlement in UFC Antitrust Lawsuit

Judge Boulware grants preliminary approval for a $375 million settlement in the UFC antitrust lawsuit, a significant victory for the plaintiffs.

UFC agrees to $375M settlement in antitrust suit

UFC settlement for $375 million in antitrust lawsuit aims to resolve prior legal concerns and allegations against compensation practices.

$375 million UFC settlement gets first approval

Settlement of $375 million approved in the Le v. Zuffa antitrust lawsuit against UFC, resolving a decade-long legal battle.

New Deal Reached Between UFC, Plaintiffs In First of Two Class Action Lawsuits

The UFC has settled with plaintiffs in a lawsuit alleging unfair practices, agreeing to a $375 million settlement after a prior deal was rejected.

UFC Agrees to $375 Million Settlement for Le vs. Zuffa Antitrust Case

UFC has proposed a $375 million settlement to resolve part of an antitrust lawsuit, awaiting judicial approval.
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Akron to pay $4.8 million to Jayland Walker's family over police shooting

The city of Akron will pay Jayland Walker's family $4.8 million, reflecting both settlement and efforts for meaningful policy change.
#catholic-church

Victims of clergy sex abuse and LA Archdiocese reach nearly $900 million settlement

The Archdiocese of LA reached a record $900 million settlement with 1,300 clergy sex abuse survivors, marking the largest payout related to the Catholic Church's abuse crisis.

Archdiocese of Los Angeles Agrees to Pay $880 Million to Settle Sex Abuse Claims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to an $880 million settlement for sexual abuse claims, marking a historic payout in church abuse cases.

Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles agrees to $880 million settlement over sex abuse of children

Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles settles childhood sex abuse claims for $880 million, totaling $1.5 billion in payouts over two decades.

Los Angeles Catholic archdiocese to pay $880m in child sex abuse settlement

The Roman Catholic archdiocese of Los Angeles has settled $880 million for 1,353 sexual abuse claims, marking the largest payout by a US diocese against historical abuse.

Victims of clergy sex abuse and LA Archdiocese reach nearly $900 million settlement

The Archdiocese of LA reached a record $900 million settlement with 1,300 clergy sex abuse survivors, marking the largest payout related to the Catholic Church's abuse crisis.

Archdiocese of Los Angeles Agrees to Pay $880 Million to Settle Sex Abuse Claims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to an $880 million settlement for sexual abuse claims, marking a historic payout in church abuse cases.

Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles agrees to $880 million settlement over sex abuse of children

Catholic Archdiocese of Los Angeles settles childhood sex abuse claims for $880 million, totaling $1.5 billion in payouts over two decades.

Los Angeles Catholic archdiocese to pay $880m in child sex abuse settlement

The Roman Catholic archdiocese of Los Angeles has settled $880 million for 1,353 sexual abuse claims, marking the largest payout by a US diocese against historical abuse.
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#lawsuit

Michigan to pay $13M after unannounced shooter drill at child psych hospital

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services settled a lawsuit for $13 million after an active shooter drill caused significant distress to patients and staff.

Joey Jordison's estate settles lawsuit against Slipknot

Joey Jordison's estate settled its lawsuit against Slipknot regarding allegations of profiting from his death.

John Krasinski's brother settles defamation suit against 8 women

Paul Krasinski dropped his defamation suit against several women, reportedly after a confidential settlement, amidst ongoing public disputes surrounding their allegations.

Michigan to pay $13M after unannounced shooter drill at child psych hospital

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services settled a lawsuit for $13 million after an active shooter drill caused significant distress to patients and staff.

Joey Jordison's estate settles lawsuit against Slipknot

Joey Jordison's estate settled its lawsuit against Slipknot regarding allegations of profiting from his death.

John Krasinski's brother settles defamation suit against 8 women

Paul Krasinski dropped his defamation suit against several women, reportedly after a confidential settlement, amidst ongoing public disputes surrounding their allegations.
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#real-estate

Real estate fees settlement created 'a new competitive ballgame,' expert says. Here's what buyers, sellers need to know

The NAR settlement ends obligatory commission offers for buyer and seller agents, shifting negotiation power to buyers and sellers.

Done deal: MLSs, brokerages get preliminary approval of opt-in settlements

NAR commission lawsuit settlement has preliminary approval for opt-in participants, contributing $30.6 million to the fund.

Keller Williams settles lawsuits involving scrapped changes to profit-sharing program

Keller Williams has settled lawsuits related to its profit-sharing program changes, bringing resolution to the turmoil caused by the profit reduction.

Mark Spain Real Estate is the latest to settle the commission lawsuits

Mark Spain Real Estate has settled commission lawsuits but hasn't disclosed the terms, joining several industry players in these settlements.

eXp settles commission lawsuits for $34 million - HousingWire

eXp Realty settled commission lawsuits for $34 million without admitting liability or expecting significant operational impact.

Fathom is the latest brokerage to settle the commission lawsuits

Fathom Holdings settled commission lawsuits for $2.95 million while denying any wrongdoing or liability.

Real estate fees settlement created 'a new competitive ballgame,' expert says. Here's what buyers, sellers need to know

The NAR settlement ends obligatory commission offers for buyer and seller agents, shifting negotiation power to buyers and sellers.

Done deal: MLSs, brokerages get preliminary approval of opt-in settlements

NAR commission lawsuit settlement has preliminary approval for opt-in participants, contributing $30.6 million to the fund.

Keller Williams settles lawsuits involving scrapped changes to profit-sharing program

Keller Williams has settled lawsuits related to its profit-sharing program changes, bringing resolution to the turmoil caused by the profit reduction.

Mark Spain Real Estate is the latest to settle the commission lawsuits

Mark Spain Real Estate has settled commission lawsuits but hasn't disclosed the terms, joining several industry players in these settlements.

eXp settles commission lawsuits for $34 million - HousingWire

eXp Realty settled commission lawsuits for $34 million without admitting liability or expecting significant operational impact.

Fathom is the latest brokerage to settle the commission lawsuits

Fathom Holdings settled commission lawsuits for $2.95 million while denying any wrongdoing or liability.
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#archdiocese-of-los-angeles

Archdiocese of Los Angeles Agrees to Pay $880 Million to Settle Sex Abuse Claims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to a landmark $880 million settlement for sexual abuse claims.

LA Catholic archdiocese agrees to pay $880M to clergy sexual abuse victims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles reached an $880 million settlement for clergy sexual abuse, the largest of its kind with a Catholic archdiocese.

Archdiocese of Los Angeles Agrees to Pay $880 Million to Settle Sex Abuse Claims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles has agreed to a landmark $880 million settlement for sexual abuse claims.

LA Catholic archdiocese agrees to pay $880M to clergy sexual abuse victims

The Archdiocese of Los Angeles reached an $880 million settlement for clergy sexual abuse, the largest of its kind with a Catholic archdiocese.
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#cybersecurity

Nationwide settlement with Marriott requires hotel giant to improve cybersecurity protocol

Marriott must improve cybersecurity practices following a substantial $52 million settlement related to a long-term data breach affecting millions of customers.

Client's employees seek approval of data breach settlement after BigLaw firm hack

Settlement of $750,000 reached for Mondelez employees impacted by law firm's data breach.
Class action involves about 53,000 employees, focusing on compensation and security improvements.

Nationwide settlement with Marriott requires hotel giant to improve cybersecurity protocol

Marriott must improve cybersecurity practices following a substantial $52 million settlement related to a long-term data breach affecting millions of customers.

Client's employees seek approval of data breach settlement after BigLaw firm hack

Settlement of $750,000 reached for Mondelez employees impacted by law firm's data breach.
Class action involves about 53,000 employees, focusing on compensation and security improvements.
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TD Bank to pay $3 billion in money-laundering settlement with the Justice Department

TD Bank's lax anti-money laundering practices led to a record $3 billion settlement for facilitating significant money laundering activities.
#traffic-safety

Oakland pays $2.95 million settlement to family of teen struck by driver in 2021

A multimillion-dollar settlement awarded to a teenager struck by a car highlights dangerous road design issues in Oakland.
Legal arguments pointed to failures in intersection safety standards and city awareness of risks.

Oakland reaches $2.4 million settlement with family of man killed by driver on 14th Street

The Oakland City Council approved a $2.4 million settlement for the family of a man killed by a driver, citing unsafe intersection conditions.

Oakland pays $2.95 million settlement to family of teen struck by driver in 2021

A multimillion-dollar settlement awarded to a teenager struck by a car highlights dangerous road design issues in Oakland.
Legal arguments pointed to failures in intersection safety standards and city awareness of risks.

Oakland reaches $2.4 million settlement with family of man killed by driver on 14th Street

The Oakland City Council approved a $2.4 million settlement for the family of a man killed by a driver, citing unsafe intersection conditions.
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UK firm GSK to pay $2.2bn over Zantac cancer claims

GSK is settling $2.2bn over Zantac cancer claims, resolving 93% of lawsuits without admitting wrongdoing.

L.A. Building and Safety whistleblower to get $3-million settlement from the city

A former LA official will receive a $3 million settlement after alleging whistleblower retaliation for reporting unethical practices.
#california

California collects millions in stolen wages, but can't find many workers to pay them

Many former janitors from the Cheesecake Factory settlement remain unlocated, leaving significant funds unclaimed due to ongoing issues with wage theft and overtime denials.

California officials announce settlements with L.A. Care Health Plan over fines

California officials reached a $55 million settlement with L.A. Care due to systemic failures jeopardizing patient healthcare access.

California collects millions in stolen wages, but can't find many workers to pay them

Many former janitors from the Cheesecake Factory settlement remain unlocated, leaving significant funds unclaimed due to ongoing issues with wage theft and overtime denials.

California officials announce settlements with L.A. Care Health Plan over fines

California officials reached a $55 million settlement with L.A. Care due to systemic failures jeopardizing patient healthcare access.
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#sexual-harassment

Alina Habba Gets Her Own Hush Money Agreement

Alina Habba's legal troubles escalate after a settlement regarding allegations of sexual harassment at Trump's golf club.

Berkeley school district expected to settle 9 students' sexual misconduct claims for $13.5M

Berkeley school district to pay $13.5 million to settle sexual harassment lawsuits from former students against a teacher, Matthew Bissell.

Alina Habba Gets Her Own Hush Money Agreement

Alina Habba's legal troubles escalate after a settlement regarding allegations of sexual harassment at Trump's golf club.

Berkeley school district expected to settle 9 students' sexual misconduct claims for $13.5M

Berkeley school district to pay $13.5 million to settle sexual harassment lawsuits from former students against a teacher, Matthew Bissell.
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#racial-profiling

Black bank manager who sued Met police for 1million over gun arrest settles 'racial profiling' claim

The Metropolitan Police settled a damages claim from Dale Semper, who experienced racial profiling and wrongful accusations of gun crime.

Met settles 1m civil case after wrongful arrest of black bank manager in 2017

Settlement reached in racial profiling case against Metropolitan police brings some justice, but lasting damage felt by the affected family.

Black bank manager who sued Met police for 1million over gun arrest settles 'racial profiling' claim

The Metropolitan Police settled a damages claim from Dale Semper, who experienced racial profiling and wrongful accusations of gun crime.

Met settles 1m civil case after wrongful arrest of black bank manager in 2017

Settlement reached in racial profiling case against Metropolitan police brings some justice, but lasting damage felt by the affected family.
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2 Brooklyn Home Health Care Agencies Cheated Thousands of Workers

Settlement of $17.25 million for home care agencies cheating 25,000 workers out of wages demonstrates commitment to upholding workers' rights and Medicaid integrity.

Appeal could delay $600 million settlement payments in Norfolk Southern's fiery Ohio derailment for 2 years

Settlement checks for Norfolk Southern's derailment victims in East Palestine delayed by up to two years due to a filed appeal.

Justice Dept. to Pay $22 Million to Settle Claims of Gender Bias

The Justice Department settled a gender discrimination lawsuit against the FBI for $22.6 million, acknowledging unfair practices in their training programs.

Smartmatic voting tech firm reaches settlement with Newsmax in 2020 election defamation case

Smartmatic settled its defamation lawsuit against Newsmax, which claimed the news outlet broadcasted false accusations about vote manipulation in the 2020 election.

Lesbian firefighter awarded $1.3 million from Kansas City after 21 years of harassment

Kansas City firefighter Rebecca Reynolds receives $1.3 million settlement after decades of harassment by coworkers, marking a historic discrimination payout.

Ice Spice Reaches Settlement in "In Ha Mood" Copyright Infringement Lawsuit

Ice Spice has settled the lawsuit alleging her song copied another artist's work.
Settlement terms remain private, but both sides will cover their own legal expenses.

DOJ, Nutter Home Loans reach $2.4M settlement over False Claims Act allegations

DOJ secures $2.4 million settlement from Nutter Home Loans for underwriting ineligible reverse mortgages, aiming to protect FHA insurance integrity.

Attorneys: 'Progress' in clarifying NCAA settlement

Settlement negotiations continue for antitrust cases involving NCAA; key issues revolve around NIL payments and judge's concerns before preliminary approval.

Curbio settles fraud case; NAR partnership remains in place

Curbio settled fraud allegations for $7.5 million, asserting that resolving the lawsuit was less beneficial than focusing on their core services.
#data-breach

23andMe settles class-action breach lawsuit for $30 million

23andMe settled a $30 million lawsuit due to a significant 2023 data breach affecting millions, including genetic monitoring for affected users.

23andMe Settles for $30 Million After Massive Data Breach | Entrepreneur

23andMe has agreed to a $30 million settlement after a breach exposed personal data of 6.9 million customers, requiring three years of security monitoring.

23andMe settles class-action breach lawsuit for $30 million

23andMe settled a $30 million lawsuit due to a significant 2023 data breach affecting millions, including genetic monitoring for affected users.

23andMe Settles for $30 Million After Massive Data Breach | Entrepreneur

23andMe has agreed to a $30 million settlement after a breach exposed personal data of 6.9 million customers, requiring three years of security monitoring.
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Home Depot Settles 'Scanner Violation' Claims for $2 Million | Entrepreneur

Home Depot to pay nearly $2 million for scanner violations and implement enhanced pricing accuracy measures.
#cfpb

Student-loan borrowers are getting $100 million in payments after being 'cheated' out of lower bills by a major lender, a federal consumer watchdog says

The CFPB settled a lawsuit with Navient for mishandling student loan payments, leading to $100 million in relief for affected borrowers.

Navient reaches $120 million settlement for misleading student loan borrowers

Navient has been permanently banned from servicing federal student loans after a $120 million settlement with the CFPB.

Student-loan borrowers are getting $100 million in payments after being 'cheated' out of lower bills by a major lender, a federal consumer watchdog says

The CFPB settled a lawsuit with Navient for mishandling student loan payments, leading to $100 million in relief for affected borrowers.

Navient reaches $120 million settlement for misleading student loan borrowers

Navient has been permanently banned from servicing federal student loans after a $120 million settlement with the CFPB.
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#etoro

EToro Reaches $1.5M SEC Settlement, Agrees to Stop Trading Most Cryptocurrencies

eToro will limit trading to select crypto assets after settling SEC charges.

EToro Settles With the SEC: Industry Lawyers React

eToro settles with SEC over unregistered brokerage activities, paying a $1.5M fine and restricting trading to three approved digital assets.

EToro Reaches $1.5M SEC Settlement, Agrees to Stop Trading Most Cryptocurrencies

eToro will limit trading to select crypto assets after settling SEC charges.

EToro Settles With the SEC: Industry Lawyers React

eToro settles with SEC over unregistered brokerage activities, paying a $1.5M fine and restricting trading to three approved digital assets.
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Americans to get one-time payment from $115m privacy payout - just fill out form

Oracle's $115 million settlement offers cash payments to individuals affected by its unauthorized data collection practices.

L.A. Unified to pay $24 million to three elementary students allegedly molested by teacher

Los Angeles Unified School District settles a $24 million lawsuit over sexual abuse claims against a teacher who was previously reported for inappropriate behavior.

Keurig to pay $1.5M settlement over statements on the recyclability of its K-Cup drink pods

Keurig Dr Pepper to pay $1.5 million for misleading recyclability claims regarding K-Cup pods, without admitting or denying the SEC's findings.

Fine Gael TD Ciaran Cannon settles action against SUV driver who knocked him from bike

Ciarán Cannon, a Fine Gael TD, settled a personal injury lawsuit after breaking his leg in a cycling accident.
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