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California Judge Challenges Appointment Request by Joseph Saveri Law Firm in Sarah’s Copyright Lawsuit against Meta

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San Francisco, California – A federal judge in California expressed doubts about a motion seeking to appoint the Joseph Saveri Law Firm as the interim lead counsel in a copyright lawsuit against Meta, the parent company of social media giant Facebook. The lawsuit was filed by comedian Sarah and her team, who are seeking class action status. During the court hearing on Thursday, the judge questioned the request to appoint the Joseph Saveri Law Firm as interim lead counsel, suggesting that the motion lacked details about the firm’s experience and expertise in handling copyright litigation. … Read more

Lyft Driver Sues Cincinnati’s Christ Hospital Over False Abduction Accusations

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Cincinnati, Ohio – A Lyft driver is suing Christ Hospital in Cincinnati after an employee called 911 and falsely reported that the driver had abducted a patient he was hired to transport. The lawsuit, filed this month, revolves around a dispute over an additional $20 the driver requested for an unusually long trip to Wilmington, Ohio. According to the lawsuit, a hospital social worker initially agreed to pay the extra fee, but her supervisor later refused and accused the driver of extortion and abduction. In response, the supervisor called 911, leading to a police intervention … Read more

American Founder of Haitian Orphanage Faces Sexual Abuse Charges, Previous Grand Jury Investigation Revealed

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Denver, Colorado – An American founder of a Haitian orphanage, Michael Geilenfeld, has been charged with sexual abuse. According to court documents filed by his attorney, Geilenfeld was previously investigated by a grand jury about a decade ago but was not indicted. The attorney’s filing requested Geilenfeld’s release from custody while the current case proceeds, and the detention hearing has been delayed until Friday. The indictment against Geilenfeld was made on January 18 by a grand jury in Florida. He is accused of traveling from Miami to Haiti with the intent to engage in illicit … Read more

Equitable Housing Access: Kansas City Implements Landmark Law Ensuring Landlords Accept Vouchers

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Kansas City, Missouri – A new law has been enacted in Kansas City, requiring landlords to accept housing vouchers. This move aims to tackle the longstanding issue of housing discrimination against low-income individuals and families who rely on vouchers to secure affordable housing. Under the new legislation, landlords in Kansas City will no longer be able to reject tenants solely because they are voucher holders. This change is expected to provide much-needed relief for low-income households struggling to find suitable housing options. The law represents a step toward promoting fair housing practices and reducing the … Read more