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Ohio State Student’s Lawsuit Over Campus Closure Goes Back to Appeals Court

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COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Supreme Court of Ohio has made a ruling that could have significant implications for an Ohio State University student’s lawsuit seeking a refund for the closure of campus during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a close vote of 4-3, the court decided that the Ohio’s 10th District Court of Appeals must reconsider the case. The central issue at hand is whether OSU is entitled to “discretionary immunity” for its decision to close the campus in the middle of the Spring 2020 semester while still retaining fees paid by students for the time … Read more

Jury Selected for Trial of Father Whose Son Killed Four Michigan High School Students

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Pontiac, Michigan – A jury has been selected for the trial of a man whose teenage son committed a mass shooting at Oxford High School in Michigan. The father, James Crumbley, is facing charges of involuntary manslaughter for failing to safely store the gun used in the shooting. The jury selection process was unexpectedly swift, despite concerns that the high-profile nature of the case would make it difficult to find unbiased jurors. In her address to the jury pool, Oakland County Judge Cheryl Matthews warned that the evidence to be presented, including a video of … Read more

Oregon Public Records Advocates Defeat Attempt to Create Broad Taxpayer Information Exemption

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Portland, Oregon – Public records advocates in Oregon have successfully campaigned against legislation that would have created a new exemption to state transparency laws, potentially limiting access to important taxpayer information. House Bill 4031 contained a provision that sought to prevent local governments from disclosing any taxpayer information they possess. The proposed exemption, which faced strong opposition from advocates, raised concerns about the potential impact on government accountability and transparency. Critics argued that the provision would have created significant barriers for journalists, researchers, and the public in accessing vital information. The victory for public records … Read more

Landmark Retaliation Lawsuit Exposes the Importance of Thorough Workplace Investigations

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Dallas, Texas – A recent workplace retaliation case, Harris v. FedEx, highlights the critical need for thorough investigations into allegations of discrimination and harassment in the workplace. Proper documentation and evidence collection during the investigation process not only help refute claims of retaliatory actions but also protect organizations from potential punitive damages. The plaintiff, a former sales manager at FedEx, filed a lawsuit under Section 1981 and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, alleging that her termination was a result of racial discrimination. Despite filing three complaints against her white supervisor and … Read more