All articles tagged with #legal options
Actor David Del Rio was fired from the TV series 'Matlock' following an accusation of sexual assault by co-star Leah Lewis, prompting him to explore legal options as both sides respond publicly; authorities have no record of an assault report, and the situation remains ongoing.
The Trump administration has begun garnishing Social Security benefits for over a million beneficiaries to recover approximately $23 billion in overpayments, with some checks being reduced by up to 50%. Beneficiaries can legally avoid or reduce garnishments by requesting waivers, reconsiderations, or hardship-based repayment adjustments through specific SSA forms, especially if the overpayment was not their fault or causes financial hardship.
Actress Angie Harmon accused an Instacart driver of fatally shooting her dog, leading to a police investigation. Harmon claimed the driver shot her dog after delivering groceries, while the driver asserted self-defense. Instacart suspended the driver's account and is cooperating with law enforcement. The police closed the case, but Harmon may pursue legal options for emotional distress and other claims in civil court.
Former RNC chair Ronna McDaniel is considering legal action after being fired by NBC News just two days after her debut, meeting with lawyer Bryan Freedman to discuss potential defamation and hostile work environment lawsuits against the network. Her termination came after public backlash from NBC stars, and she had only made one appearance on the network, acknowledging President Biden's election win.
A staffer for U.S. Senator Ben Cardin, Aidan Maese-Czeropski, was fired after a sex tape allegedly featuring him and another man was leaked on X.com. The video purportedly shows them engaging in sexual acts in a Senate office building. Maese-Czeropski denied being in the video and stated that he would explore legal options. The incident occurred in room 216 of the Hart Senate Office Building, which has been the site of significant events such as the September 11 Commission hearings and former FBI Director James Comey's testimony.
Chris Williams, former VP of HR at Microsoft, shares advice for individuals who have been laid off. He suggests not signing a layoff package immediately and taking the time to thoroughly read and understand the terms. Williams also recommends considering if there is any leverage to negotiate for better terms, such as a larger severance or extended benefits. If applicable, seeking legal advice or having a lawyer review the paperwork is advised. Additionally, he emphasizes the importance of updating one's resume and LinkedIn profile, and suggests being modest when sharing the layoff publicly. Finally, Williams encourages individuals to tap into their network for job opportunities and to focus on building connections.
A Qatar court has sentenced eight former Indian Navy personnel to death in an alleged case of espionage. The Indians, who were working for a private firm providing training and services to Qatar's armed forces, were arrested in August 2022 and have been in solitary confinement since then. India has expressed shock at the verdict and is exploring all legal options, while also providing consular and legal assistance to the individuals. The detailed charges against them have not been made public yet, and their families have reportedly filed a mercy plea to the Emir of Qatar.
The Philippines is considering legal action against China for alleged destruction of coral reefs within its exclusive economic zone (EEZ) in the South China Sea. The Philippines foreign ministry is awaiting assessments of the environmental damage and is studying the possibility of filing a second case before the Permanent Court of Arbitration. China denies the allegations and accuses the Philippines of creating political drama. The Philippines won its first case against China in 2016, contesting Beijing's claims to the area. The disputed reef is close to the Reed Bank, where the Philippines hopes to access gas reserves.
The San Diego Humane Society is exploring legal options after more than 300 small pets sent to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona have gone missing. The majority of the animals were adopted by an unnamed private rescue organization, leaving the San Diego Humane Society concerned about their well-being and seeking information on their whereabouts. The Humane Society of Southern Arizona has stated that there is no standardization for recordkeeping in shelter transports, and while they have documentation of the original transport, they do not have records of where the animals were ultimately placed. The San Diego Humane Society has offered to take the animals back but has not yet received a response.
Equitrans Midstream is considering all legal options, including a potential appeal to the U.S. Supreme Court, after an appellate court ordered a construction halt on the Mountain Valley natural gas pipeline. The court's decision, which is being reviewed due to challenges from environmental groups, has caused Equitrans shares to drop and could potentially delay the project's completion until 2023. The pipeline, crucial for accessing gas supplies from Appalachia, is owned by Equitrans, NextEra Energy, Consolidated Edison, AltaGas, and RGC Resources. The Biden administration has expressed support for dismissing the appeals, and analysts believe the cases may ultimately be dismissed by the Supreme Court.
Suffolk County plans to hire a lawyer to pursue legal options to block an influx of New York City migrants into the suburban community. The county officials claim that they do not have the resources to provide for the food, shelter, medical or schooling costs of the migrants. New York City has processed more than 70,000 migrants arriving from the US southern border and is continuing to call on the White House to intervene. Suffolk County officials said that New York City is just dumping the problem on them and they need to maintain the rules and laws of the country.
Dutchess County Executive William O'Neill has declared a state of emergency ahead of a possible migrant arrival this weekend. Negotiations are underway to house asylum seekers at the Red Roof Inn in the Town of Poughkeepsie, and the county is researching legal options to protect its residents.
The Federal Highway Administration has approved the Metropolitan Transportation Authority's plan to add a toll around Manhattan's central business district, which could charge drivers as much as $23 to enter Manhattan below 60th Street. New Jersey Governor Phil Murphy is "closely assessing" legal options over the decision, calling it "unfair" and a "money grab." The MTA would use the money generated from the tolling program to fund its capital plan to improve subways and buses, while also reducing pollution and congestion in the most trafficked part of the region.
Terry Sanderson's attorneys are considering all legal options, including a Motion for a New Trial and an appeal to the Utah Supreme Court, after Gwyneth Paltrow was exonerated of any blame for a 2016 ski collision in Park City. During the trial, Sanderson was portrayed as an angry man who had become obsessed with the lawsuit and overstated the extent of his injuries. Paltrow was awarded the $1 she had asked for during the nine-day trial.