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Judge Certifies Class Action Against Washington Landlord for Alleged Illegal Lease Practices Affecting Over 700 Properties

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A federal judge in Washington has approved a class-action certification for tenants alleging that a landlord managing more than 700 residential properties has included lease terms, such as service fees, that infringe upon state regulations. This decision marks a significant development in the ongoing dispute between tenants and the landlord, who has been accused of imposing illegal charges. The lawsuit, which now represents a broader group of tenants, focuses on several lease clauses that the renters claim are not in compliance with Washington state law. These provisions have reportedly led to financial burdens for tenants, … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Stringent Financial Surveillance Rule Affecting Border Businesses

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San Diego, CA — The U.S. government has recently set its sights on smaller cash transactions in an effort to curb illegal activities, particularly along the southwest border. This decision, encapsulated by a new Geographic Targeting Order (GTO) from the Financial Crimes Enforcement Network (FinCEN), drastically lowers the threshold for mandatory reporting of cash transactions from $10,000 to just $200 in specified areas of California and Texas. Historically, the $10,000 benchmark held since 1972 aimed at monitoring substantial financial transactions to catch signs of money laundering or funding for illicit activities. FinCEN’s announcement on March … Read more

Arizona Court Halts Enforcement of Laws Affecting ‘Federal Only’ Voter Regulations

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Phoenix, AZ — An Arizona appeals court has issued a temporary block on state laws slated to significantly impact voters who register without presenting proof of citizenship, affecting those opting to use a federal form known as the “federal only” ballot. The ruling stems from ongoing disputes over stringent voter registration requirements that have been criticized for potentially disenfranchising a portion of the electorate. The controversy traces back to legislation enacted in Arizona that required proof of citizenship for voter registration, prompting a distinction between state and federal registration forms. The federal form, which does … Read more

Federal Judge Halts Move to Revoke Birthright Citizenship, Affecting Millions

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A federal judge has issued a temporary injunction against a recent governmental effort to terminate birthright citizenship, a policy change proposed by former President Donald Trump. This significant legal challenge throws into uncertainty an aspect of immigration law that grants citizenship to all children born on U.S. soil, regardless of their parents’ nationality. The ruling came after various civil rights and advocacy groups filed lawsuits, arguing that the proposed changes infringed on constitutional rights and would cause irreparable harm to many families across the nation. Birthright citizenship, established by the 14th Amendment of the U.S. … Read more