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Mecklenburg County Residents Warned: Nefarious Jury Duty Scams on the Rise

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RALEIGH, N.C. — Attorney General Jeff Jackson is warning residents of Mecklenburg County about a recent surge in jury duty scams. Individuals have been receiving deceptive calls from impersonators claiming to be deputies associated with the Mecklenburg County Sheriff’s Office. These scammers allege that the recipient has failed to respond to a jury duty summons and threaten arrest unless a fine is paid immediately. Jackson emphasized the psychological manipulation inherent in such scams, noting that “the fear of arrest can prompt people to act without thinking.” He urged residents to remain vigilant and to inform … Read more

New Wisconsin Vaping Law Triggers Crisis for Local Shops as Inventory Drains and Legal Battles Loom

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WAUKESHA, Wis. — A significant new vaping law in Wisconsin is creating challenges for local vape shop owners, who report substantial inventory losses and financial strain as they adapt to sudden restrictions. The law, effective September 1, mandates that retailers can only sell vaping products included in a new state directory, a change that has left many shop shelves bare. Many shop owners describe the new law as a surprise, with some asserting it has drastically impacted their businesses. Abdul Asad, who runs Smoke Zone of Waukesha, noted that 60 to 70 percent of his … Read more

Appeals Court Upholds $83.3 Million Defamation Award Against Trump in E. Jean Carroll Case

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NEW YORK — A federal appeals court on Monday affirmed a jury’s decision that mandates former President Donald Trump to pay $83.3 million to E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of sexual assault. The court’s ruling comes after a civil jury found Trump liable for defamation due to his repeated derogatory social media posts and public statements regarding Carroll. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals dismissed Trump’s appeal against the jury’s award, deeming the damages imposed as both fair and appropriate. The three-judge panel emphasized the severity of Trump’s actions, stating that the “degree … Read more

"Tragic Air India Crash Sparks Legal Battle Over Aircraft Safety: New Evidence Points to Technical Flaws, Not Pilot Error"

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AHMEDABAD, India — A tragic event unfolded on June 12 when Air India Flight AI171, a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner, crashed shortly after taking off from Sardar Vallabhbhai Patel International Airport, resulting in the loss of 260 lives, including 52 British nationals. The sole survivor, a Leicester resident named Vishwashkumar Ramesh, described a chilling sequence of events that unfolded within moments of takeoff. Attorney Mike Andrews, representing over 100 victims’ families, has criticized initial reports suggesting pilot error. He emphasizes that such claims are unfounded and advocates for an investigation focused on possible technical failures, particularly … Read more