In a chilling reminder of foodborne risks, a Colorado man has filed a lawsuit against McDonaldâs, claiming that a Quarter Pounder burger led to his serious E. coli infection amidst a fast-spreading outbreak tied to the iconic fast-food chain. Eric Stelly, the plaintiff, alleges he became ill after eating at a McDonaldâs in Greeley, Colorado, âŠ
After nearly a decade of legal wrangling, Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP has reached a resolution with former attorney Kristy Wagner, who alleged discrimination following a life-altering zip-lining accident in 2011. On Tuesday, both parties filed a joint stipulation of dismissal in federal court in Washington, D.C., though details about a potential settlement âŠ
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A federal judge has dismissed a Pittsburgh newspaperâs challenge to the constitutionality of the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), even as she hinted that the agencyâs established authority may face increasing scrutiny. U.S. District Judge Cathy Bissoon ruled that a pivotal 1937 Supreme Court decision supporting the NLRBâs framework remains valid, contrary to the assertions âŠ
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A U.S. appeals court is delving into the contentious case between luxury brand Hermes and artist Mason Rothschild, known for his âMetaBirkinsâ NFTs, which depict the iconic Birkin bags in vibrant, faux-fur aesthetics. During a recent hearing at the 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, Senior Circuit Judge Pierre Leval raised eyebrows over the initial âŠ
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A U.S. appeals court has ruled that a controversial border policy, known as âmetering,â violated federal law by turning away asylum-seekers once daily caps were met. The 9th Circuit Court of Appeals stated that immigration law obliges U.S. border agents to inspect all individuals arriving at designated crossings, even if they have not yet physically âŠ
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Michael Avenatti, once a high-profile attorney and media sensation, might see his prison sentence shortened after a federal appeals court decision that challenges aspects of his 14-year term. The 9th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals in California ruled that the trial judge made errors when sentencing Avenatti, including improperly adding an obstruction of justice charge âŠ
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A Texas federal judge has disrupted Boeingâs guilty plea agreement concerning two tragic 737 MAX crashes, bringing Americaâs culture wars into the courtroom spotlight. U.S. District Judge Reed OâConnor, known for his conservative rulings, focused on a diversity-related clause in the deal, which requires the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) to consider diversity and inclusion âŠ
Mike Jeffries, the former CEO who transformed Abercrombie & Fitch into a global sensation, now faces serious criminal charges for sex trafficking and prostitution, casting a shadow over his legacy. Federal prosecutors in Brooklyn have unveiled a 16-count indictment, accusing the once-powerful executive and two associates of exploiting dozens of young men under the guise âŠ
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The race for law school seats is heating up, with a dramatic 26% jump in applicants compared to last year, marking a strong start to the new admission cycle. Applications to law schools are up by an impressive 37%, sparking excitement and curiosity about whatâs fueling this surge. One key factor could be the removal âŠ
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In a forward-looking move, Delawareâs Supreme Court has opened the door to artificial intelligence, but with strict boundaries. Judges and court staff in the state are now permitted to use AI in their work, though under a newly issued policy, they must handle the technology with caution. This interim directive insists that any AI tools âŠ
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