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Verizon to Pay $100 Million Settlement in Class Action Lawsuit Over Undisclosed Fees – Check If You’re Eligible for a Payment

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New York, NY – Verizon has agreed to pay a settlement of $100 million in a class-action lawsuit that alleged the company charged undisclosed administration fees to its customers in a deceptive and unfair manner. The charges in question were issued between January 1, 2016, and November 8, 2023. Customers affected by this will have until early spring 2024 to file a claim. A class-action lawsuit involves one or more people suing on behalf of themselves and others who have similar claims. Once approved, every member of the class is awarded, except for those who … Read more

Kansas Man Found Guilty of Disturbing Child Sex Offenses: Verdict Reached in Columbus Trial

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COLUMBUS, Kan. – A man from Columbus, Kansas, has been convicted of child sex crimes by a jury. The verdict comes after a trial that lasted several weeks and included testimonies from multiple witnesses. The defendant, whose name has not been released to protect the identity of the victims, was found guilty on charges related to child molestation, child endangerment, and possession of child pornography. The crimes were reported to law enforcement in early 2020, leading to a thorough investigation that culminated in this trial. During the trial, prosecutors presented evidence that linked the defendant … Read more

Minnesota Raises Gun Safety Standards, Ranks 14th in the Nation

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St. Paul, Minnesota has made significant progress in gun safety laws, now ranking 14th in the nation, according to the non-profit organization Everytown for Gun Safety. This improvement comes as a result of the approval of two gun safety policies by state lawmakers. The first policy mandates background checks on all gun sales, while the second, known as the red flag law, allows family members to petition the court for the removal of guns from individuals deemed to pose a danger to themselves or others. Susie Kaufman, representative of Minnesota Moms Demand Action, emphasizes the … Read more

Emerging Filmmaker Daniel Byers Wins Top Horror Prize at Austin Film Festival with ‘Paradise’ Screenplay

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Columbia, Missouri – Daniel Byers, a talented writer and director, has emerged as the winner of the Austin Film Festival Jury Prize for Horror. His feature screenplay, titled “Paradise,” claimed the prestigious award among more than 11,000 submissions this year. Byers’ gripping tale revolves around a young mother’s struggle against a coal company after her husband mysteriously disappears in a mine. As she ventures deep into the mountain, she unearths a monstrous presence fueled by unbridled greed. Byers has long harbored a passion for horror, science fiction, and fantasy. His directorial debut, “Eradication,” garnered significant … Read more