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Beware of Phone Scammers Posing as Law Enforcement in Union County, Arkansas

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Union County, Arkansas – The Union County Sheriff’s Department is warning residents about a new scam in which individuals pose as law enforcement officials to deceive and defraud unsuspecting victims. These scammers contact their targets and claim that they have missed jury duty or have an outstanding warrant. They then demand immediate payment of fines, encouraging victims to settle the debt over the phone using methods such as gift cards, prepaid debit cards, or money wires. Once the scammers receive the payment, it becomes extremely difficult, if not impossible, for victims to recover their money. … Read more

Virginia House Unanimously Passes Bill to Expand Roadkill Laws: Turkeys and Elk Now Included

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Richmond, Virginia – The Virginia House of Delegates has unanimously passed a bill that would change the laws regarding drivers’ rights to claim roadkill. The bill, submitted by Del. Tony Wilt (R-34), received a 98-0 vote in favor on February 6th. Currently, if a driver hits a game animal with their vehicle, they must call a conservation officer or local law enforcement to verify the animal and grant permission to take it. Only the driver is allowed to claim the animal, and it must have been hit during the animal’s hunting season. If the bill … Read more

Nevada Jury Awards $130 Million in Damages for Liver Damage Caused by Bottled Water

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Las Vegas, Nevada – A Nevada jury has awarded approximately $130 million in damages to five individuals who suffered liver damage after consuming bottled water from a Las Vegas-based company. The water was later recalled from store shelves in 2021. The Clark County District Court jury granted over $30 million in compensatory damages and an additional $100 million in punitive damages to the plaintiffs, including one individual who underwent a liver transplant at a young age. This latest verdict marks the second significant award in a negligence and product liability case involving AffinityLifestyles.com Inc. and … Read more

Defense Attorney Struggles with Low Trial Wages, Considers Withdrawing from YSL Case

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Atlanta, Georgia – A year-long trial has left attorneys appointed to the case struggling financially and considering withdrawal. The trial involves Rodalius Ryan, who is already serving a life sentence for an unrelated murder case. Defense attorney, D’Williams, expressed frustration, saying, “Nobody wants to hire an attorney who’s been in trial for a year.” The trial is currently on a break until Tuesday. Last year, the appointed attorneys sought additional pay from the Georgia Public Defender Council (GPDC) due to the low wages they were receiving, which amounted to $15,000 for the duration of the … Read more