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6 days ago

California judge orders Trump administration to reinstate services to separated migrant families

U.S. District Judge Dana Sabraw on Thursday ordered the federal government again to reinstate lapsed contracts with legal support and social service providers in order to remedy its breach of the settlement agreement.
US politics
fromMission Local
6 days ago

The strange and terrible saga of 'RoDBIgo' Santos and the $1.4M settlement

Rodrigo Santos, a corrupt engineer, was involved in a fraud scheme that cost clients $1.6 million.
fromsfist.com
1 week ago

Lengthy Court Proceeding Over Homeless Encampment Sweeps In SF Ends With $2.8M Settlement

The City of San Francisco reached a financial settlement of $2.8 million in a legal battle over the practice of clearing homeless encampments from public spaces.
Social justice
fromConsequence
1 week ago

FKA twigs and Shia LaBeouf Settle Sexual Abuse Lawsuit

FKA twigs settled her sexual abuse lawsuit against Shia LaBeouf out of court.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Pleasanton, water agency settle suit over $18 million in uncollected fees

Pleasanton settles a lawsuit with Zone 7 Water Agency for $18 million related to water fee under-collection, including $250,000 cash and $500,000 in credits.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Foster City drugs giant Gilead to pay $202 million over alleged kickback scheme

The lawsuit alleged an unspecified number of San Francisco doctors received a total of more than $1 million in kickback payments for speaking at Gilead events.
East Bay (California)
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago

Man who endured antigay exorcism wins historic settlement with Church of England

The Church of England settled with a gay man who was coerced into an exorcism to remove his sexual urges.
#google
fromThe US Sun
2 weeks ago
Digital life

Final days for Americans to claim payment from $100m Google 'ad' settlement

Eligible Americans can claim free payments from a $100 million Google advert settlement by filling out a form.
EU data protection
fromAP News
5 months ago

Google agrees to pay Italy $340 million to settle tax evasion investigation

Google has settled a tax evasion investigation in Italy by agreeing to pay 326 million euros.
Prosecutors are seeking to drop the investigation due to the settlement.
EU data protection
fromAP News
5 months ago

Google agrees to pay Italy $340 million to settle tax evasion investigation

Google has settled a tax evasion investigation in Italy by agreeing to pay 326 million euros.
Prosecutors are seeking to drop the investigation due to the settlement.
fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

Settlement may spell end to Rimini Street, Oracle legal saga

Rimini Street has entered into a confidential settlement agreement with Oracle, which may resolve their long-standing legal dispute dating back to 2010.
Software development
fromProgressive.org
3 weeks ago

How Solitary Confinement Kills

Markwhan Kitcher-Tucker, a twenty-eight-year-old man with schizophrenia, encountered severe deterioration in mental health while incarcerated and ultimately died by suicide in solitary confinement.
Mental health
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Former Australian football star settles crash injuries case against Virgin Media news presenter

Angi Crispe settled a personal injury claim against Siobhán Bastible regarding injuries from a car accident.
fromNewsday
3 weeks ago

Barnard settles lawsuit brought by Jewish students, agreeing not to meet with pro-Palestinian group

Barnard College has settled a lawsuit by establishing a zero tolerance policy against antisemitism and banning masks at protests.
E-Commerce
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

Epic reaches mystery settlement with Samsung days before new Galaxy phones

Epic has settled its lawsuit against Samsung without disclosing specific terms.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Crock Of Shit!' Jim Acosta Goes OFF On CBS Surrender' To Trump In Blistering Rant

Paramount's $16 million settlement with Trump over a lawsuit is seen as a surrender and a promotion of bad behavior.
#ncaa
fromsportslens.com
1 month ago
National Basketball Association

NCAA House Settlement Approved, Allowing Schools to Directly Pay Athletes and Reshape College Sports Landscape

MMA
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

As a judge weighs NCAA deal, thousands of college athletes remain in legal limbo

College athletes face potential roster cuts due to a landmark legal settlement affecting NCAA compensation and scholarship structures.
Social justice
fromMail Online
1 month ago

Free speech fury erupts after woke university censors professor

Professor's free speech rights protected after being blocked for quoting the Declaration of Independence.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Trump administration puts DEI at center of latest legal fight in California family separation case

The Trump administration has violated a class-action legal settlement aimed at reuniting migrant families separated at the border, with implications for support services.
Social justice
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Celtic settles 85% of Boys Club sex abuse claims

Celtic has settled the majority of claims from sex abuse victims, aiming for a resolution of remaining cases.
NYC politics
fromGothamist
1 month ago

The NYPD is being monitored at anti-ICE protests after recent George Floyd settlement

DOI is monitoring NYPD's protest responses due to a past settlement over alleged police misconduct during 2020 demonstrations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Met pays damages to woman for failing to investigate rape claim against ex-husband

Metropolitan Police failed to investigate rape allegations adequately, leading to public criticism and significant damages paid to the victim.
#college-sports
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

With $2.7 billion settlement approved, college sports' big money era is officially here

Colleges can now directly pay athletes, marking a significant change in college sports compensation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Landmark day for college sports as judge holds final hearing on major NCAA settlement

The House settlement represents a historic shift in college sports, enabling payment to student-athletes and changing roster management.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

With $2.7 billion settlement approved, college sports' big money era is officially here

Colleges can now directly pay athletes, marking a significant change in college sports compensation.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Landmark day for college sports as judge holds final hearing on major NCAA settlement

The House settlement represents a historic shift in college sports, enabling payment to student-athletes and changing roster management.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Kushner settles lawsuit over Heights deal

Kushner Cos. settled a lawsuit alleging deception in a multifamily buildings purchase, impacting their investment strategy.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

US-Boeing deal over 737 Max crashes morally repugnant', says lawyer for victims' families

Boeing has agreed to pay $1.1 billion to avoid prosecution related to two fatal crashes, which many critics see as evading true accountability.
Los Angeles Rams
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

30 people accused this probation officer of sexual abuse. He won't face charges

L.A. County's D.A. declined to prosecute prominent abusers amid a historic $4 billion settlement for victims of childhood sexual abuse.
History
fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 months ago

Harvard University agrees to transfer ownership of slavery photographs

The settlement highlights the ongoing impact of slavery and the importance of acknowledging its legacy.
NYC parents
fromNBC News
2 months ago

Walmart fined for shipping realistic toy guns to New York, violating state law

Walmart agrees to prevent the sale of realistic toy guns by third-party sellers in New York after a settlement with the state's Attorney General.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Jussie Smollett posts bizarre Instagram screed proclaiming innocence and insisting he suffered hate crime attack

Jussie Smollett continues to assert his innocence in an Instagram rant following a settlement regarding his staged hate crime.
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Massachusetts construction company to pay $11M in illegal dumping case

"When the federal case against Barletta was resolved some time ago, I strongly believed that Rhode Islanders deserved a better outcome, and so we proceeded with our state case..."
Boston real estate
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Suffolk County agrees to pay out $18 million in court settlement over 'inhumane' conditions in county jails

Suffolk County ends 14-year lawsuit by paying $18 million to former inmates for inhumane jail conditions.
fromGothamist
2 months ago

Trump's DOJ drops Brooklyn case against trigger that turns rifles into rapid-fire weapons

According to court records, a federal judge sided with prosecutors and banned Rare Breed Triggers from selling devices that transform semi-automatic rifles into automatic guns.
US politics
Law
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

Cassie said Diddy paid $20 million to settle her civil lawsuit and detailed alleged beatings in tearful trial testimony

Diddy settled a sex assault case with Cassie Ventura for $20 million amidst shocking testimony of abuse during their relationship.
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

The Diddy trial: Ex-girlfriend Cassie Ventura breaks down in court, alleges mogul raped her and threatened career | amNewYork

"I just remember crying and saying no but it was very fast," she said, as her voice trailed off. Ventura described a traumatic experience.
NYC music
fromwww.eastbaytimes.com
2 months ago

Viral Bay Area projection activist reaches $120,000 settlement in civil rights lawsuit against Bay Area city

After being detained for projecting a presidential slogan onto San Ramon City Hall, Alan Marling initiated a successful legal battle resulting in a $120,000 settlement.
Mission District
UK news
fromwww.newsshopper.co.uk
2 months ago

Dispute over historic WWII hut 'demolished by Biggin Hill airport' resolved

A dispute between Biggin Hill Airport and Bromley Council regarding a World War Two hut has been resolved with a financial settlement.
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2 months ago

Raytheon Companies and Nightwing Group to Pay $8.4M to Resolve False Claims Act Allegations Relating to Non-Compliance with Cybersecurity Requirements in Federal Contracts

Raytheon and Nightwing will pay $8.4 million to resolve allegations of violating cybersecurity requirements in DoD contracts, emphasizing accountability in government contracting.
fromwww.sbsun.com
3 months ago

California cop cleared in fatal shooting left department after sexual-assault allegation

Officer Alex Millan was cleared in a shooting case but left the Fontana police due to separate sexual assault allegations.
The city settled a wrongful death suit for $2 million after Millan's actions led to a man's death.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 months ago

Ambulance service and NHS trust admit failures over death of musician

Both the ambulance service and NHS trust failed in their duty of care leading to Ebow Graham's death after ignoring urgent mental health concerns.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Former Cuomo Aide Settles Sexual Harassment Claim for $450,000

Charlotte Bennett has settled her sexual harassment lawsuit against Andrew Cuomo for $450,000, concluding a lengthy legal battle.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 months ago

Stanislaus County settles notorious malicious prosecution case for $22.5 million

Stanislaus County settles a wrongful prosecution case for $22.5 million, exposing flawed investigations by the DA's office against defense attorney Frank Carson and co-defendants.
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 months ago

Meta settles lawsuit over surveillance business model | Computer Weekly

Meta has agreed for the first time to stop using the personal data of a specific individual for targeted advertising, as part of a negotiated settlement with human rights campaigner Tanya O'Carroll.
Marketing tech
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

A $4 Billion Sex Abuse Settlement in L.A., After Childhoods of Pure Hell'

A historic $4 billion settlement was reached for nearly 7,000 victims of childhood sexual abuse in Los Angeles County's foster care system.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 months ago

Cancer screening reporting errors led to mum's death

Louise Gleadell's death, due to cervical cancer, was due to misreported negative test results. Her family received compensation, highlighting systemic issues in healthcare communication.
Cancer
fromSun Sentinel
3 months ago

Insurer rebuts new attorney general's claim he secured $30 million to resolve fraud claim

Universal Property & Casualty Insurance Corp. will repay over $30 million for fraudulent claims associated with Hurricane Irma, following a whistleblower investigation.
fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs
3 months ago

Colonialism-Defending Professor Settles With U of Oregon

The guidelines will more clearly state that third parties and the content they post must not be blocked or deleted based on viewpoint, even if that viewpoint can be viewed by some as 'offensive,' 'racist' or 'hateful,' the settlement agreement says.
Social justice
fromSocial Media Today
4 months ago

Meta Could Look to Offer UK Users an Ad-Free Subscription to its Apps

Meta reached a settlement with Tanya O'Carroll regarding the use of personal data for targeted ads, reflecting ongoing data rights debates.
fromFast Company
4 months ago

Bayer ordered to pay $2 billion in latest Roundup weedkiller lawsuit

"It's been a long road for him . . . and he was happy that the truth related to the product has been exposed," Findley told the Associated Press on Sunday.
Law
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

New Hampshire settles youth center abuse case for $10 million

The New Hampshire attorney general's office agreed to a $10 million settlement for a man abused at a youth detention center in the 1990s.
fromTechCrunch
4 months ago

Meta settles UK 'right to object to ad-tracking' lawsuit by agreeing not to track plaintiff | TechCrunch

"It's a bittersweet victory. In lots of ways I've achieved what I set out to achieve - to prove that the right to object exists."
EU data protection
fromKqed
4 months ago

Fillmore Developer Who Owed City $5.5 Million to Pay Just $100,000

San Francisco reached a tentative settlement regarding the Fillmore Heritage Center, addressing long-standing issues of mismanagement and developer accountability.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 months ago

Hope for endangered penguins as no-fishing zones agreed off South Africa

Conservationists and fishing groups reached a legal settlement creating no-fishing zones to protect the critically endangered African penguin.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 months ago

Newsmax's $40M Secret Settlement With Smartmatic Revealed in New Filing

Newsmax settled a defamation lawsuit with Smartmatic for $40 million, impacting its financial outlook amid legal challenges.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 months ago

Oregon offers to compensate Gable for wrongful murder conviction

Oregon DOJ offers compensation for Frank Gable's wrongful conviction, reversing its previous position.
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

Marilyn Manson Lists 'Zen' Glendale Home for $2.75 Million-3 Months After Dropping Lawsuit Against Ex Evan Rachel Wood

Marilyn Manson, whose real name is Brian Warner, has dropped his lawsuit against Evan Rachel Wood, marking a desire to move forward amid legal tensions.
Silicon Valley real estate
NYC parents
fromBronx Times
4 months ago

Thousands of cans of baby formula to be distributed to Bronx families after price gouging settlement - Bronx Times

A legal settlement mandates the donation of baby formula to Bronx families after companies engaged in price gouging during the 2022 shortage.
UK news
fromIndependent
4 months ago

US self-help guru Tony Robbins halts Irish lawsuit over articles alleging sexual misconduct

Tony Robbins has settled his defamation lawsuit against Buzzfeed, concluding a five-year legal battle over allegations of misconduct.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Rudy Giuliani tries once more to sell his NYC apartment - this time with a $1.4M price cut

Giuliani's legal battle with two Georgia election workers came to a close last week when a judge declared that Giuliani had "fully satisfied" his end of a mysterious settlement agreement.
NYC real estate
fromwww.mercurynews.com
4 months ago

California city pays $2 million to woman who blamed life-altering injuries on missing stop sign

San Diego will pay $2 million to a woman injured in a crash linked to a missing stop sign, highlighting municipal negligence.
Toronto Raptors
fromPitchfork
4 months ago

Drake Settles Legal Dispute With iHeartMedia Over "Not Like Us" Promotion

Drake and iHeartMedia settle legal dispute over alleged pay-to-play scheme.
No damages or payments were exchanged between the parties.
Drake continues to pursue a separate lawsuit against Universal Music Group.
Social justice
fromABA Journal
5 months ago

Suit alleging dad bias at Jones Day resolved after ruling on memo

Jones Day settles a lawsuit over alleged male discrimination in family leave policy, highlighting gender biases in corporate policies.
Intellectual property law
fromPolygon
5 months ago

The Pokemon Company reaches settlement with copycat developer. No, not that one. A different one

Pokémon Company secured a settlement against Chinese developers for IP infringement involving a mobile game that mimicked its franchise designs.
fromKotaku
5 months ago

It Took 10 Years For The Makers Of This Blatant Pokemon Rip-Off To Apologize And Pay $15 Million

Our copyright infringement and acts of unfair competition have caused significant economic losses to the rights holders and severely damaged the image of the original Pokémon Video Games.
Games
Social justice
fromwww.ocregister.com
5 months ago

California school district settles lawsuit over allegedly antisemitic ethnic studies courses

SAUSD will halt ethnic studies courses amid allegations of antisemitism, committing to public input for redesigned content.
fromwww.housingwire.com
5 months ago

NAR looks to dismiss Louisiana suit on three-way membership agreements

The Louisiana-based DeYoung suit challenges multiple realtor associations and NAR for allegedly creating unlawful tying arrangements related to membership and MLS data access.
LA real estate
fromwww.npr.org
5 months ago

Trump says Elon Musk's $10 million settlement over Twitter suit was 'a big discount'

Trump stated the settlement with Musk was 'very low' and expressed disappointment, reminiscing on hopes of negotiating for a substantially larger payout.
US news
Healthcare
fromTheregister
5 months ago

Decade-old healthcare security SNAFU settled for $11m

Health Net Federal Services will pay over $11 million for falsely certifying compliance with cybersecurity requirements in a DoD contract.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

Woman wins 95k settlement after moped collision

Chronic pain has severely impacted Loraine White's quality of life after a moped accident.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 months ago

Dancer settles body shaming' legal case against Royal Ballet School

The first legal settlement for body shaming in ballet highlights the serious consequences of such behavior and emphasizes the need for systemic change.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Ex-dancer settles with Royal Ballet School over 'body-shaming'

The Royal Ballet School reached a settlement with a former student over body-shaming and its lasting psychological impact.
fromMiami Herald
6 months ago

Former North Miami Beach mayoral reprieve: Plead guilty to election fraud, get probation

Anthony DeFillipo avoids prison by agreeing to probation and community service after pleading guilty to election fraud.
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