USA Archive - Law Commentary

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City Can Track and Disclose Locations of Electric Scooter Renters Without Violating Their Privacy

Electric scooters are the latest hot transportation trend, with ads promising they are “fast, fun, and easy to ride.” Their “micromobility” offers a “quick and cheap” alternative to cars that demand pricey gas. As a condition of renting a scooter, however, companies require riders to consent to having their routes... Read More about City Can Track and Disclose Locations of Electric Scooter Renters Without Violating Their Privacy

Letter from the Chilton County School District regarding repayment of overpaid salaries.

Two Alabama School Workers Sue School District After County Demands Repayment of Over $55,000

Two Alabama public school workers are suing their employer after being asked to pay back over $55,000 in accidental overpayment. The school system is asking for the money back as a result of overpayment in salary that school administrators say the workers were not entitled to. The lawsuit was filed... Read More about Two Alabama School Workers Sue School District After County Demands Repayment of Over $55,000

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Compassionate Release Denied to Asthma Sufferer Convicted of Multiple Gang Crimes

COVID-19 has caused serious problems for every sector of the country. Governments are struggling to achieve a delicate balance between public health and public safety. Because of crowded prison conditions that contribute to COVID-19, one population group—inmates with underlying conditions—has been treated so generously that critics have labeled early release... Read More about Compassionate Release Denied to Asthma Sufferer Convicted of Multiple Gang Crimes

MetLife Stadium, home to the New York Giants and New York Jets, located in East Rutherford, New Jersey.

Fans sue ‘New York’ Giants & Jets for $6 Billion, saying teams should play in NY, not in NJ as advertised

The New York Giants and the New York Jets are known for their ride-or-die fans. But at least two major fans are suing the teams, since both play their home games in New Jersey, and not in New York. The fans are seeking $6 billion, including $2 billion in monetary... Read More about Fans sue ‘New York’ Giants & Jets for $6 Billion, saying teams should play in NY, not in NJ as advertised

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Racial Discrimination Suit Against American Airlines Dismissed by Ninth Circuit

Next time you decide to fly on American Airlines, you might want to know that the Ninth Circuit has ruled that it owes passengers no duty of care. Passengers have no contractual right to bring a carry-on bag, change seats, or get a voucher for overnight accommodations if a flight... Read More about Racial Discrimination Suit Against American Airlines Dismissed by Ninth Circuit

Vigil at Robb Elementary School memorial with flowers and tributes honoring the victims of the Uvalde school shooting.

Days After Uvalde School Shooting, Gun Reform, Police Response, and Accountability Take Center Stage

Almost a week after the school shooting that rocked the close-knit community of Uvalde, Texas, residents, survivors, and the families of the 19 slain students and two teachers are taking their first steps in what will be a drawn-out and difficult recovery process. For many, these early stages of the... Read More about Days After Uvalde School Shooting, Gun Reform, Police Response, and Accountability Take Center Stage

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Unemployed but Capable Accountant Still Liable for Child Support

After a contentious divorce and “intense litigation” leading to a support agreement, an unemployed but financially secure Certified Public Accountant (CPA) filed for changes in his monthly obligations. The trial court found that the husband’s assets, professional degree, and experience make him capable of continuing the agreed-upon payments. The appellate... Read More about Unemployed but Capable Accountant Still Liable for Child Support

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Wells Fargo Accused of Conducting Fake Diversity Interviews

Wells Fargo has faced its share of scandals in recent years. They’ve been accused of fraudulent behavior, such as creating millions of fake accounts in customers’ names, as well as discriminatory conduct such as disproportionately denying mortgage refinancing to black homeowners. In past years the financial institution has paid millions... Read More about Wells Fargo Accused of Conducting Fake Diversity Interviews

Neon sign for Union Gospel Mission in Seattle, with individuals walking past in the evening.

Supreme Court May Finally Resolve the Religious Employer Exemption to Anti-Discrimination Laws

There’s been a battle brewing in recent decades between proponents of anti-discrimination protections and advocates for ostensible religious freedoms. Religious organizations and religious parties claim they should have the freedom to operate businesses in line with their religious views, even if that means turning away customers or employees that have... Read More about Supreme Court May Finally Resolve the Religious Employer Exemption to Anti-Discrimination Laws

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Walmart Ordered to Pay Damages of $10 Million after Woman Stepped on Rusty Nail, Then Loses Most of Her Leg

A South Carolina woman shopping in a local Walmart stepped on a rusty nail and then lost a major part of her leg due to her injuries. She sued Walmart in 2017 after the 2015 incident, and in December 2021 a jury in Florence County, South Carolina, finally awarded $10... Read More about Walmart Ordered to Pay Damages of $10 Million after Woman Stepped on Rusty Nail, Then Loses Most of Her Leg

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Ninth Circuit Rules Twitter Can Legally Ban Trump

Twitter is in the news nearly every day these days. In what some have called the “biggest tech story ever,” the media are closely following each new development in Elon Musk’s efforts to buy the hottest “public conversation” website in the world. Now there is good news for Musk or... Read More about Ninth Circuit Rules Twitter Can Legally Ban Trump

Ken Paxton speaking at a press conference regarding the Texas social media law.

Tech Platforms Ask Supreme Court to Stop Texas Social Media Law That Restricts Moderation

A new law created in 2021 in Texas that controls moderation in social media is now legal. This new state law places major constraints upon tech platforms that moderate social media posts, such as violent images, racist rants and extremist content. Tech giants are now strongly protesting the Texas law,... Read More about Tech Platforms Ask Supreme Court to Stop Texas Social Media Law That Restricts Moderation

Ford Found Liable in West Virginia Woman's Death, Will Pay $7M Judgment

The family of a woman who died in a fiery crash while driving her Mustang has been awarded seven million dollars from the Ford Motor Company. The judgment comes from a product liability lawsuit that was brought forward against the automotive maker. The lawsuit was filed by Angel Tyler, the... Read More about Ford Found Liable in West Virginia Woman's Death, Will Pay $7M Judgment

Lawsuit Alleges Aetna Illegally Refused to Pay for Out of Network COVID-19 Testing

The Families First and Coronavirus Relief Act (FFCRA), as amended by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act, mandates that testing for COVID-19 infection must be free to the patient so long as the federally-declared state of emergency persists. The laws also provide that the associated office visit... Read More about Lawsuit Alleges Aetna Illegally Refused to Pay for Out of Network COVID-19 Testing

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Family of Late U.S. Representative Sues Widow Over Unpaid Cancer Treatment Expenses

The family of a late U.S. Representative is suing his widow over claims that she went back on a promise to pay back medical expenses for his cancer treatments. U.S. Representative Jim Hagedorn of Minnesota passed away on February 17 at age 59 after a battle with kidney cancer. Hagedorn... Read More about Family of Late U.S. Representative Sues Widow Over Unpaid Cancer Treatment Expenses