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Maryland Judge Allows Opponents of Swallow Falls Bridge Replacement Plan to Challenge Decision in Court

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Oakland, Maryland — Construction opponents of the Swallow Falls bridge replacement plan have won a significant victory in court. On Monday, visiting Judge W. Timothy Finan denied the Maryland Department of Natural Resources’ (DNR) motion to dismiss a petition challenging the state’s decision to grant an exception to the protected Youghiogheny River corridor. The petition, filed in September, calls on the court to remove the exception that would allow for the construction of a new bridge on an offset alignment of the existing Swallow Falls span. The petitioners, including property owner Steve Storck, argue that … Read more

Former Republican Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Illegal Robocalls During 2024 Campaign

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Nashua, New Hampshire – Former Republican presidential hopeful Vivek Ramaswamy is facing a lawsuit over alleged unauthorized robocalls made during his 2024 campaign. The lawsuit, filed in an Ohio court, claims that Ramaswamy or his campaign team used pre-recorded calls featuring his voice to contact potential voters without their consent. According to the suit, the robocalls invited people to participate in a “teleforum town hall” and promised that they would be connected to the event if they stayed on the line or pressed one on their phone. Ramaswamy would then appear on the call to … Read more

Oregon Jury Awards $85 Million to Wildfire Victims in Landmark Legal Battle Against Utility Giant

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PORTLAND, Ore. – Nine victims of the devastating wildfires that swept through Oregon in 2020 have been awarded $85 million by an Oregon jury. This verdict is the latest in a series of legal proceedings that are expected to hold utility company PacifiCorp responsible for billions of dollars in damages caused by the fires. The plaintiffs’ attorneys expressed their pride in their clients’ strength and resilience, along with gratitude for the jury holding PacifiCorp accountable. “We are so proud of the strength and resilience of our clients, and thankful to the jury for holding PacifiCorp … Read more

Progressive Politician Pita Limjaroenrat Cleared of Election Law Violation, Retains Parliament Seat

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BANGKOK, Thailand – Thailand’s Constitutional Court has ruled in favor of progressive politician Pita Limjaroenrat, allowing him to remain in Parliament. Limjaroenrat had been prevented from becoming prime minister despite his party winning last year’s election. The court found that he did not violate election law by owning shares in a media company. Limjaroenrat had been suspended from the legislature while awaiting the court’s ruling. The allegations against him centered on his ownership of shares in ITV, a defunct independent television station. As the executor of his father’s estate, Limjaroenrat inherited stock in the company. … Read more