This week, federal prosecutors from Washington D.C. have been struggling to gather testimonies for an indictment of New York Police Officer, Daniel Pantaleo, for his involvement in the death of Eric Garner. However, it does not appear that he will be indicted before Donald Trump takes office. On July 17, 2014, Eric Garner died from suffocation … [Read more...]
EEOC Files Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Under Title VII in North Dakota
In EEOC v. Rocky Mountain Casing Crews., plaintiff Michael Allyn alleges that he was discriminated against due to his sexual orientation during his employment at Rocky Mountain Casing Crews Inc. (RMCC). Michael Allyn, a driver for the oil service company, was subjected to harassment because of his sexual orientation during his employment for … [Read more...]
California Retailer Charged With Racial Discrimination
According to a lawsuit filed in November, clothes retailer Versace has been charged with racial discrimination in a class action lawsuit. 23 year old Christopher Sampino started working for Versace in September earlier this year. According to the lawsuit, Sampino was instructed to use “code D410” whenever a black customer entered the store. … [Read more...]
Bill to be Proposed for Mexican Repatriation Investigation
Congresswoman Lucille Roybal-Allard of California announced her plans to introduce a bill in January that will investigate the history of the “Mexican Repatriation” of the 1930s. What Was the Mexican Repatriation? Unfortunately, many states do not have the Mexican Repatriation as a part of their US History courses. In case you are … [Read more...]
Walmart to Settle Lawsuit Regarding Same-Sex Spousal Health Benefits
On Friday, Wal-Mart announced settlement of a lawsuit regarding its health benefits policy for employees in same-sex marriages. The settlement will compensate employees in same-sex marriages who were denied health insurance due to their sexual orientation and had to pay out-of-pocket medical expenses for their spouses. Case Background Lead … [Read more...]
Federal Judge Blocks Mississippi Law That Defunds Planned Parenthood
Senate Bill 2238, passed earlier this year during the Legislative session, prohibits Medicaid reimbursement for any organization that performs (or is affiliated with) abortion. This new bill has provided challenges for Mississippi’s Planned Parenthood clinic, which provides cancer screenings, birth control and testing for sexually transmitted … [Read more...]
Transgender Woman Files Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Against Bojangles’ Restaurant
The Charlotte Observer reports that Jonathan Wolfe, a transgender woman, was subjected repeatedly to discrimination and sexual harassment while working for a Bojangles’ restaurant in Fayetteville, North Carolina. According to the lawsuit filed by the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), a series of confrontations ensued between … [Read more...]
Judge Rejects Motion to Dismiss Planned Parenthood Claims
On Friday, Us District Court Judge William Orrick rejected a request to dismiss claims against the Center for Medical Progress brought forth by Planned Parenthood. Planned Parenthood filed several claims against the Center, including a claim that it doctored and posted videos that accused Planned Parenthood of selling fetal remains. Planned … [Read more...]
Sandra Bland Case Spurs Jail Reform in Texas
The Sandra Bland case is in the process of being settled, and the settlement is expected to be approximately $1.9 million. It will also begin legislative efforts to enact the Sandra Bland Act. Case Details of Sandra Bland In July of 2015, Sandra Bland (28) was stopped by former DPS Trooper Brian Encina for failure to use a turn signal at a … [Read more...]
New Legislation May Help Protect Minors’ Legal Rights
Senate Bill 1052, which has recently been approved by the California Senate and Assembly and sent back for a final vote, is designed to help minor defendants understand their legal rights before a police interrogation. This Bill will ensure that anyone under the age of 18, who has committed a crime, be given legal advice and a full understanding of … [Read more...]
