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What’s Next After Donald Trump is Ordered to Pay $88.3 Million in Defamation Damages?

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Washington D.C. – Former President Donald Trump has been ordered to pay $88.3 million in defamation damages. The ruling came as a result of a lawsuit filed against Trump by a company that he had disparaged during his presidency. What happens next in this high-stakes legal battle? The controversy stems from Trump’s comments about the company back in 2018. He publicly accused them of engaging in fraudulent activities, damaging their reputation and causing financial harm. The company, whose name cannot be mentioned due to legal reasons, decided to take legal action against Trump, arguing that … Read more

Conservative Activists Challenge Workplace Equity Programs Using Civil Rights Act of 1866

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NEW YORK — Opponents of workplace diversity programs are increasingly using a section of the Civil Rights Act of 1866 to challenge equity policies and funding for minority-owned businesses. Section 1981 of the act, originally intended to protect formerly enslaved people from economic exclusion, is now being weaponized by conservative activists, who are citing it in lawsuits against companies and institutions. The American Alliance for Equal Rights, run by conservative activist Edward Blum, is using Section 1981 to go after the Fearless Fund, a venture capital fund that invests in businesses owned by women of … Read more

Understanding Pennsylvania’s Wrongful Death Laws: A Guide for Potential Plaintiffs

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Philadelphia, PA – Filing a lawsuit in Pennsylvania can be a complex process, especially for those without a solid grasp of the legal system. To navigate the intricacies of wrongful death cases, it is essential to understand the state’s laws and regulations. Philadelphia is home to a multitude of experienced wrongful death lawyers who have dedicated over a decade of practice to honing their skills in this area of law. While this guide cannot transform readers into overnight legal experts, it aims to provide enough knowledge to make informed decisions when choosing a lawyer specialized … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Seeks Removal of Leading Plaintiff Firm from Talc Cases Due to Previous Association with Its Former Lawyer

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NEW YORK (AP) — Johnson & Johnson (J&J) is requesting the removal of a prominent plaintiff firm from talc cases due to its previous collaboration with the firm’s former lawyer. J&J argues that the firm’s involvement in these cases poses a conflict of interest. J&J has asked a federal judge in New York for the disqualification of Weitz & Luxenberg, a national plaintiff firm. According to court documents, J&J claims that Weitz & Luxenberg’s former attorney had previously worked for the company on talc-related matters. The attorney allegedly gained confidential and privileged information during his … Read more