A Houston judge has ruled that rapper Travis Scott must face a jury trial concerning the tragic events at the 2021 Astroworld music festival, where a deadly crowd crush during his performance resulted in ten deaths and hundreds of injuries. Judge Kristen Hawkins denied Scott’s motion for dismissal, keeping him... Read More »
Harvey Weinstein's 2020 rape conviction has been overturned by the New York State Court of Appeals on Thursday, leading to the prospect of a new trial. The decision stems from allegations of unfair conduct by the judge during the high-profile #MeToo trial. The court ruled 4-3 in favor of overturning... Read More »
On Tuesday, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a landmark final rule that bans noncompete clauses nationwide, heralding a major shift in labor and competitive practices across the United States. This move aims to enhance worker mobility, stimulate innovation, and encourage the formation of new businesses. FTC Chair Lina M.... Read More »
The U.S. Supreme Court appeared divided as it revisited the contentious issue of abortion access, weighing Idaho's strict abortion ban against the federal Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), which mandates that patients receive necessary emergency care. The justices heard arguments in an appeal by Idaho officials against a... Read More »
The U.S. Justice Department has reached a settlement with more than 100 victims of former Olympic gymnastics doctor Larry Nassar, who accused the FBI of mishandling sexual assault allegations against him. The $138.7 million agreement resolves administrative claims against the FBI for its failure to adequately investigate Nassar's abuse allegations... Read More »
In a legal battle spanning over a year and a half, Nike has emerged victorious against Bill Omar Carrasquillo, popularly known as Omi in a Hellcat, in a trademark infringement lawsuit. On April 19, 2024, a New York judge granted a default judgment in favor of Nike, requiring Carrasquillo to... Read More »
North Carolina State University’s Poe Hall has been linked to a new cancer cluster impacting over 150 former students, staff, and faculty members. The connection was made after reports of cancer among the student body trickled into a local news outlet. The story has since garnered national attention, prompting current... Read More »
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