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Verdict Reached in Trial of Michigan School Shooter’s Mother: Accused Parent Faces Charges for Involuntary Manslaughter

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PONTIAC, Mich. (AP) — The mother of Michigan school shooter Ethan Crumbley, Jennifer Crumbley, has been found guilty on four counts of involuntary manslaughter in connection with the shooting at Oxford High School in November 2021. The jury delivered their verdict after hearing closing arguments from both sides and deliberating for several days. Jennifer Crumbley and her husband James Crumbley are unusual cases as parents facing charges in a shooting carried out by their own child. James Crumbley, who also faces four counts of involuntary manslaughter, will have a separate trial scheduled for March. Ethan … Read more

The Battle for Climate Justice: States, Counties, and Cities Take on Energy Industry in Massive Lawsuits

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Los Angeles, California and numerous other states, counties, and cities across the country are engaged in an intense legal battle against the US energy industry in state courts. These entities have filed lawsuits against major energy companies like ExxonMobil and Shell, as well as the main trade association for the oil and gas industries, alleging that they have contributed to or facilitated the public nuisance of climate change. The plaintiffs are hopeful that, based on previous mass-tort settlements related to public nuisances, they will be able to secure a massive settlement worth potentially billions of … Read more

EU Takes Action to Combat Rising Threat of Child Sexual Abuse, Proposes Stronger Criminal Law Rules

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Brussels, Belgium – The European Union (EU) is taking steps to strengthen its laws and combat the growing threat of child sexual abuse, both online and offline. In 2022 alone, 1.5 million children in the EU fell victim to this heinous crime. Recognizing the urgent need for change, the EU Commission has proposed updates to the existing laws surrounding child sexual abuse and exploitation. These reforms aim to address the distressing reality that one in five children in the EU have experienced some form of sexual violence. One crucial aspect of the proposed changes is … Read more

Landmark Disability Case: Ontario Court of Appeal Confirms Record $1.5 Million Punitive Damages Award Against Blue Cross Life Insurance

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Toronto, Ontario – In a landmark case against a disability insurer, the Ontario Court of Appeal has upheld the largest punitive damages award in Canadian history, amounting to $1.5 million. The decision in Sara Baker v. Blue Cross Life Insurance Company of Canada sheds light on the reasoning behind this substantial sum. Previously, the jury’s rationale for the award had remained unknown as they are not required to provide written reasons for their verdicts. The case revolves around Baker, who had suffered a stroke and brain bleed, rendering her unable to continue her job as … Read more