All articles tagged with #complaint
Originally Published 7 days ago — by BBC
Complaining at a restaurant is more effective when done in person and with politeness, building rapport with staff, being specific about the issue and desired resolution, and avoiding online venting or anger, which can hinder resolution and damage relationships.
Originally Published 10 days ago — by WBFF
A complaint has been filed alleging ethics violations related to Kelly Madigan's appointment as Howard County's first inspector general, involving potential conflicts of interest and improper influence in the selection process.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Politico
A formal complaint has been filed against Vote.org by its founder Cleaver, alleging false claims about voter registration goals and internal dysfunction, with the organization accused of inflating its impact and facing scrutiny over management issues.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by Axios
A group backed by Stephen Miller has filed a federal complaint against the Los Angeles Dodgers over their diversity, equity, and inclusion practices, accusing them of unlawful discrimination, amid broader political attacks on DEI initiatives and recent Dodgers' support for immigrant communities.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Former President Donald Trump expressed frustration over a gag order imposed by Judge Juan Merchan, which prohibits him from discussing various individuals involved in his court case, including witnesses, jurors, and court staff.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Post
A key ally of Donald Trump, Mike Davis, filed a complaint against US District Judge Reggie Walton for appearing on CNN and openly criticizing the former president, calling it "judicial misconduct." Davis aims to send a message to judges that they cannot engage in political commentary. Walton's comments on Trump's attacks on a Manhattan judge and the "hush money" case were highlighted in the complaint, with Davis arguing that Walton's actions could prejudice potential jury pools. The complaint was addressed to Chief Judge Sri Srinivasan of the DC Circuit Court of Appeals.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newser
Doctors at Primary Children's Hospital in Utah are facing criticism for allegedly overoperating on young patients with cleft lips and palates, including performing risky surgeries at a young age and using controversial bone growth products. Critics claim that some surgeries were unnecessary and that parents were not properly informed about the procedures. The hospital's cleft team director argues that their practices differ from the norm for the benefit of the children, but the state's Division of Professional Licensing is investigating the complaints.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Associated Press
The Wisconsin Elections Commission has unanimously rejected a complaint for a second time against fake presidential electors who attempted to cast the state's ballots for Donald Trump in the 2020 election. The commission's decision, made in closed meetings, comes after a judge ordered a rehearing of the complaint. Last year, the commission attached a letter from the Wisconsin Department of Justice stating that Republicans who attempted to cast the state's electoral college votes for Trump did not break any election laws. The fake electors settled a lawsuit filed against them by Democrats, but the case is still proceeding against two of Trump's attorneys.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
A campaign watchdog group has filed a complaint with the Federal Election Commission (F.E.C.) against Florida Governor Ron DeSantis and a super PAC supporting his presidential bid, alleging illegal campaign coordination. The complaint argues that the super PAC, Never Back Down, effectively served as DeSantis's campaign by providing various support, including private air travel, funding ground operations, and hosting events. DeSantis and his wife allegedly provided guidance on messaging to the super PAC. The F.E.C. will review the case, but its evenly divided composition may result in a deadlock. The chaos within Never Back Down is expected to concern Republican donors who are increasingly supporting former Governor Nikki Haley as an alternative to DeSantis.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Colorado Public Radio
The National Labor Relations Board has issued a complaint against Starbucks, alleging that the company closed 23 stores, including one in Colorado Springs, as part of an anti-union campaign without proper notice to labor representatives. The complaint states that Starbucks must reopen the stores, offer reemployment to union employees, compensate workers for lost wages, and improve training for managers and supervisors regarding union communications. Starbucks denies any wrongdoing and claims that store closures are part of regular business reviews. The complaint will be heard in a trial next year, and a ruling will be made.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Variety
French actor Gerard Depardieu, who is already facing rape charges from a 2018 case, is now facing a new sexual assault complaint filed by Hélène Darras, who alleges that Depardieu assaulted her during the filming of "Disco" in 2007. The Paris prosecutor's office is currently investigating the complaint, determining whether it should be handled separately or as part of the ongoing case. Depardieu's legal representation has declined to comment on the new complaint. This comes after a Mediapart report featured testimonies from 13 women, including Darras, detailing incidents that allegedly occurred during the filming of multiple films.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The Texan
Harris County Judge Lina Hidalgo is facing a criminal abuse of office complaint that has been referred to the Texas Rangers. The complaint alleges that Hidalgo violated the law by implementing COVID-19 restrictions without proper authority and exceeding her powers as county judge. The Texas Rangers will now investigate the allegations against Hidalgo.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Engadget
A recently unsealed complaint alleges that Meta, formerly known as Facebook, "coveted" users under the age of 13 and deceived the public about its enforcement of age restrictions. The complaint highlights concerns about Meta's handling of underage users and accuses the company of intentionally misleading the public regarding its efforts to prevent children from accessing its platforms.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Engadget
A recently unsealed complaint reveals that Meta, formerly known as Facebook, "coveted" users under the age of 13 and allegedly deceived the public about its enforcement of age restrictions. The complaint highlights concerns about Meta's practices regarding underage users and raises questions about the company's transparency in addressing these issues.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo Sports
The Los Angeles Lakers have reportedly filed a complaint with the NBA league office, citing numerous missed foul calls, particularly against LeBron James, during their recent loss to the Miami Heat. The Lakers provided video evidence of what they believe to be clear illegal contact against James that went uncalled. James and head coach Darvin Ham expressed frustration with the officiating after the game, with James averaging a career-low 5.7 free throws per game this season. The Lakers are known for voicing their displeasure with officiating and have now taken the matter to the league with a formal complaint.