On Tuesday, 21st Century Fox settled the sexual harassment lawsuit filed by former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson against ex-Fox News CEO Roger Ailes. 21st Century Fox compensated Carlson $20 million and published a formal apology stating, “[Carlson] developed a loyal audience and was a daily source of information for many … [Read more...]
Three Things to Know about Child Support in Texas
Child support may be part of divorce proceedings or, in cases where parents were never married, ordered through a separate suit. Once set, payment of a support obligation is not optional – even when “other arrangements” have been made between the parties. All child support payments in Texas are made through the State Disbursement Unit. Failure to … [Read more...]
Hawaii Workers’ Compensation, What You Need to Know
What does Workers’ Compensation do? Workers’ compensation is a state law that requires employers to provide insurance coverage to employees if they are injured on the job. Workers’ compensation was created to replace the traditional tort law system, in which employers could be sued for large amounts of money and workers would not be guaranteed … [Read more...]
Indiana Workers’ Compensation
What is Workers’ Compensation? In Indiana, Workers’ Compensation allows employees who have been hurt on the job to receive compensation for their injury, regardless of who was at fault for the injury. Workers’ compensation guarantees compensation for an injured worker. The idea behind workers’ compensation is that it allows a worker to be covered … [Read more...]
Can You Remove A Sex Crime From Your Criminal History?
Sex crimes refer to someone touching another person sexually or in an offensive or unwanted manner, against their wishes. Sex crimes are criminal offenses which carry heavy penalties and fines. In almost all states, sex offenders have to register themselves with their local law enforcement agency. They also have to register as a sex offender in the … [Read more...]
Common Types of Defective Products Liability Claims
If you have suffered injuries or damages due to a product you used, you may have a defective products liability claim. Defective product claims fall under 3 major categories: Defective manufacturing Defective design Failure to provide sufficient warnings and instructions by the manufacturer related to the proper use of the product To … [Read more...]
Why an Attorney is Important in an Uncontested Divorce
When a couple is able to reach agreement on all issues involved in a divorce, it may seem unnecessary to hire an attorney. However, even uncontested divorce can come with unforeseen complications and pitfalls, making it best to have a qualified and experienced divorce attorney overseeing arrangements. Issues that will need to be agreed on prior … [Read more...]
Is the Office Coffee Causing You Injuries?
For some, it is a necessity. You can’t live without it, not if the boss wants you to be functioning in the morning. You listen to the benefits of caffeine while ignoring the negatives and the terrible ways it could be affecting you. While coffee does have healthy side effects, there are actually some negative ones too that might actually be causing … [Read more...]
Personal Injury and Steps to Take After An Injury
Most people never anticipate that they might need a personal injury attorney. They might not consider the plethora of hazards which may be present on a typical day, like unsafe drivers, unleashed dogs, broken steps and faulty products. And yet, every day, people are hurt or killed by other people’s negligence. In fact, in 20102, roughly 32 million … [Read more...]
Takata Report Suggest that Takata Knew of Airbag Defects Since 2003
Internal reports released on Friday, September 23, provide evidence that Takata knew of airbag defects since 2003. This claim is supported by an incident in Switzerland that involved a ruptured Takata airbag in 2003, as reported in the release. The report detailed the company’s response and handling of problems regarding their airbag inflators … [Read more...]
5 Common Questions about Wrongful Death Lawsuits
When a family member is lost to a tragic accident, it creates more than just an emotional loss for the remaining family members. In addition to learning to cope with this loss, survivors are also often forced to face financial hardships. In an effort to protect these family members, the law allows surviving family members to seek compensation when … [Read more...]
Workers’ Compensation Opt-Out Option Ruled Unconstitutional in Oklahoma
A 7-2 ruling in the Oklahoma Supreme Court found that provisions that would allow employers to opt-out of the state’s Workers’ Compensation were unconstitutional. The case, titled Vasquez v Dillard’s, Inc., started when Jonnie Vasquez injured her neck and shoulder while working for a Dillard’s department store in a work-related injury. Vasquez … [Read more...]
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The Choice 2016 | Frontline
https://youtu.be/s7uScWHcTzk From Frontline PBS - The dueling stories of Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump as they battle for the presidency. … [Read more...]
Senator Sherrod Brown Proposes Legislation to Allow Wells Fargo Customers to Avoid Arbitration
On Monday, Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown announced plans to introduce a bill that would allow customers of Wells Fargo & Co. to sue the company who are currently unable to do so because of contractual arbitration clauses. Arbitration laws allow companies to contractually prohibit customers and employees from suing them in court, instead … [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...]
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