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Family Seeks Justice as Lawsuit Claims Neglect and Excessive Force in Huerfano County Jail Death

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Wuerfano County, Colo. – A lawsuit has been filed against multiple officials and entities in Huerfano County following the death of Michael Burch, a man who died while in custody at the Huerfano County jail. Burch, who was arrested on charges of menacing and harassment earlier in the year, reportedly exhibited signs of dementia, according to his attorney, Stephanie Wise. The incident began when two detention officers entered Burch’s cell after observing him holding a pencil. The officers, with tasers drawn, allegedly yelled at Burch to drop the pencil before physically confronting him. The altercation … Read more

Peru’s Election Authority Sets Strict Deadlines for 2026 Candidates, Aiming to Streamline Record-High Participation

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Lima, Peru – The National Jury of Elections (JNE) has set specific deadlines for public officials to resign and has also established timelines for candidate registration in anticipation of Peru’s 2026 General Elections. With these new administrative resolutions, the JNE aims to streamline the electoral process which will see an unprecedented number of candidates participating. In the upcoming 2026 elections, approximately 10,000 candidates from 41 registered political parties are anticipated to run for office. This significant increase from the 3,300 participants in 2021 highlights a growing interest in political participation across the nation. To manage … Read more

Rubenstein Law’s Miriam Fresco Agrait Takes Key Role in Nationwide Depo-Provera Case, Strengthening Firm’s Leadership in Pharmaceutical Litigation

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MIAMI, Fla. – Rubenstein Law has recently announced a significant appointment within its ranks. Partner Miriam Fresco Agrait has been selected by U.S. District Judge M. Casey Rodgers to serve on the Data Administration Steering Subcommittee in a high-profile Depo-Provera case in the Northern District of Florida. This role emphasizes Agrait’s esteemed capabilities and dedication to justice in the realm of complex pharmaceutical litigation. The appointment places Agrait at the forefront of a critical legal challenge involving Depo-Provera, a drug alleged to notably increase the risk of meningioma, a severe type of brain tumor. Plaintiffs … Read more

West Virginia Senate Pushes Bill to Revoke Local Anti-Discrimination Ordinances Across State

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WHEELING, W.Va. — A controversial bill that seeks to override local antidiscrimination laws in over a dozen West Virginia cities has recently passed the Senate. The legislation, known as Senate Bill 579, poses a significant shift in how protections based on sexual orientation, veteran status, and other classifications are managed across the state, from Morgantown to Wheeling. Introduced by State Senator Brian Helton, the bill garnered a 25-8 Senate vote in favor. Helton advocates for a standardized approach to antidiscrimination laws across the state, arguing that it simplifies legal protections and ensures everyone receives equal … Read more