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Brightspeed Agrees to $14.3 Million Settlement with Columbia Over Unpaid Taxes

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COLUMBIA, Mo. — A prolonged legal battle has concluded as internet provider Brightspeed, formerly known as CenturyLink, agrees to pay the City of Columbia $14.3 million. The sum represents a settlement concerning unpaid license taxes and fees owed to the city. Court documents reveal that the settlement was finalized on July 16. This resolution comes after years of disputes between the city and the telecommunications company over financial obligations. City officials welcomed the outcome, stating that it helps to reinforce the importance of accountable business practices within the community. The settlement is expected to bolster … Read more

Nevada Agrees to $4.6 Million Settlement Following Lawsuit Over Inmate’s Tragic Death

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LAS VEGAS — The state of Nevada has reached a $4.6 million settlement regarding a lawsuit stemming from the death of an inmate in 2018. The legal action, brought forth by the family of the deceased man, alleged negligence on the part of prison officials and medical personnel. The inmate, identified as a 47-year-old male, was reported to have suffered from various health issues prior to his passing while incarcerated. The lawsuit claimed that despite his deteriorating condition, necessary medical attention was not adequately provided, leading to his untimely death. This case has drawn attention … Read more

Anthropic Agrees to $1.5 Billion Settlement in Author Class Action Case, Aiming for Resolution in Legal Dispute

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San Francisco, California — Anthropic has agreed to a significant settlement of $1.5 billion in a class-action lawsuit brought by authors who alleged that the company unlawfully used their works to train artificial intelligence systems. This move marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing dialogue around copyright and the use of literary materials in the rapidly evolving field of AI. The settlement, which has been filed in a federal court, is intended to address claims from authors who contended that Anthropic’s practices violated their intellectual property rights. The lawsuit outlined that the company had utilized … Read more

Diddy Trial Update: Jury Agrees on Four Charges, Struggles with Racketeering Count as Deliberations Resume

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New York, N.Y. — Jurors in the trial of Sean “Diddy” Combs will continue their deliberations on Wednesday after reaching a decision on four of the five charges against the prominent music figure. The 12-member jury communicated to Judge Arun Subramanian on Tuesday afternoon that they agreed on counts two, three, four, and five, which include serious allegations such as sex trafficking through force, fraud, or coercion, as well as transportation for prostitution. However, they indicated an impasse regarding the first count, which involves racketeering conspiracy. In their message, jurors noted, “We have reached a … Read more