All articles tagged with #lawsuit
Originally Published 1 day ago — by The New York Times
A federal judge ruled that Salt-N-Pepa cannot reclaim the copyrights to their early master recordings, including 'Push It,' because they never owned those rights, as the recordings were considered works made for hire under Universal Music Group.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by Deadline
Timothy Busfield has been charged with child sex abuse related to incidents on the set of 'The Cleaning Lady' in New Mexico, involving two boys who appeared on the show. The charges include criminal sexual contact with minors, and investigations reveal allegations of grooming and inappropriate touching. WBTV stated it will cooperate with law enforcement, and Busfield's legal situation is ongoing.
Originally Published 1 day ago — by CNBC
A U.S. judge temporarily blocked the Trump administration from freezing over $10 billion in federal childcare and family aid to five Democratic-led states, citing concerns about the legality and motives behind the funding freeze amid allegations of fraud and misuse of taxpayer dollars.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Missouri Independent
Missouri Secretary of State Denny Hoskins admitted to writing a flawed and potentially prejudicial ballot summary for a referendum on redistricting, leading to a court case that may result in revisions. The controversy centers on the language used to describe the state's gerrymandered congressional map, with objections from a political action committee, People Not Politicians, who argue the summary is misleading and unfair. The case is ongoing, with a new hearing scheduled for February 9, amid broader legal disputes related to the redistricting process.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by Financial Times
First Brands has filed a lawsuit against the founder's brother and its largest lender, accusing them of fraud, highlighting a legal dispute involving allegations of misconduct within the company.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by The New York Times
Top tennis leaders from the Grand Slams, ATP, and WTA held secret meetings in London to discuss potential deals aimed at reforming the sport's governance, increasing revenue, and improving player compensation amid ongoing antitrust lawsuits and internal conflicts, including the recent departure of Novak Djokovic from the PTPA.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by New York Focus
A lawsuit alleges that New York's Office of Children and Family Services is unlawfully confining children in solitary cells without toilets for extended periods, violating state regulations.
Originally Published 2 days ago — by abcnews.go.com
Five Democratic-led states sued the Trump administration for withholding billions in social safety net funds, claiming it overstepped its authority and violated constitutional rights by freezing approved federal aid programs aimed at helping low-income families, amid allegations of fraud and political targeting.
Originally Published 4 days ago — by Bridge Michigan
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel declared that the GOP-led House's $645 million spending cuts were unconstitutional, citing violations of separation of powers and bicameralism, and stated that funds would be restored, while House Republicans vowed to sue over what they called a political decision.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by AL.com
Consumers who purchased certain beef products between 2014 and 2019 in 27 states may be eligible for a share of an $87.5 million settlement from beef processors like Cargill and Tyson, who are accused of price-fixing and supply limiting to inflate prices. Eligible purchases include fresh or frozen beef from specific cuts made for personal consumption, excluding premium, specialty, and processed beef. Claims can be filed online or by mail by June 30, 2026.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by AP News
Alaska Airlines pilot Brandon Fisher, praised for safely landing a Boeing 737 Max after a panel flew off, is suing Boeing, claiming the manufacturer wrongly blamed him and others for the incident caused by manufacturing flaws, specifically missing bolts that led to the panel's detachment.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by KSAT
The family of Brianna Aguilera, a Texas A&M student who died after falling from a high-rise in Austin, held a press conference in Houston to demand further investigation into her death, disputing police claims of self-harm and seeking a Texas Rangers inquiry, while a lawsuit has been filed against several organizations.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Inside Higher Ed
Bill Ackman, an alumnus and prominent critic of Harvard University, is financially supporting former Harvard Business School professor Francesca Gino's lawsuit against the university, alleging wrongful misconduct accusations and defending her innocence amid her revoked tenure due to research misconduct allegations.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by The Chronicle of Higher Education
Billionaire hedge fund manager Bill Ackman is funding a lawsuit by Francesca Gino, a former Harvard Business School professor, against Harvard after her termination due to research misconduct allegations.
Originally Published 5 days ago — by Axios
A federal lawsuit alleges McDonald's misleads customers by claiming the McRib contains pork ribs when it actually uses lower-grade pork products, raising concerns about transparency and marketing practices.