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Wynn Las Vegas Seeks Major Cuts in Jury Award, Challenges FMLA Verdict’s Calculation

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Las Vegas, Nevada – In a significant legal pushback, Wynn Las Vegas has initiated a challenge against a jury award, seeking a substantial cut in the damages awarded to Tiare Ramirez, a former cocktail server at the resort. The case that centers around the company’s alleged interference with Ramirez’s rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has taken a contentious turn as the resort also moves to sanction Ramirez’s legal representation. The motion filed in the U.S. District Court in Nevada by Wynn’s legal team argues that the $321,200 awarded by the jury … Read more

Entertainment Lawyer Heidy Vaquerano Tackles AI Challenges and Advocates for Fair Compensation in the Industry

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Los Angeles, CA – Heidy Vaquerano, a prominent entertainment lawyer at Fox Rothschild, has recently been recognized in the LA Business First ‘Women of Influence’ list. Vaquerano, who works out of the firm’s nationwide Entertainment & Sports Law Department, represents a diverse set of clients including musicians, producers, actors, writers, and production companies, as well as tech startups and private-equity funds. Her work not only spans across various facets of the entertainment industry but also plays a pivotal role in addressing its evolving challenges, such as the integration of artificial intelligence. Vaquerano is increasingly focused … Read more

Advocacy Group Urges Reassignment of Cook County Judge Following Two Tragic Domestic Violence Fatalities

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Chicago, Illinois – A prominent advocacy group is urging for the reassignment of a Cook County judge following the tragic deaths of two individuals linked to cases of domestic violence that the judge had previously overseen. These incidents have ignited a heated debate on judicial accountability and the adequacy of protective measures for victims of domestic abuse. The advocacy organization has pointed out that, in both cases, the judge handling them had issued rulings that were criticized for potentially failing to recognize the severity of the threats the victims faced. This has led to public … Read more

Judge Dismisses Gabby Petito’s Family Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Moab Police, Citing Governmental Immunity

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Moab, Utah – A judge in Utah has dismissed a wrongful death lawsuit brought by the family of Gabby Petito against the city’s police department. The suit claimed that the officers failed to protect Petito during a traffic stop involving her and her fiancé, who was later accused of her murder. The decision was reached by the Seventh District Court Judge Don Torgerson, who cited immunity laws that shield government agencies from such lawsuits. Despite this ruling, Petito’s family expressed their intentions to appeal the dismissal, emphasizing persistent concerns about how law enforcement handles domestic … Read more