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Former ‘Star Wars’ Actor Gina Carano Files Lawsuit Against Disney, Alleging Censorship and Discrimination

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Los Angeles, California – Gina Carano, a former actor in the “Star Wars” universe, has filed a lawsuit against The Walt Disney Company over her firing nearly three years ago. Carano, known for her role as former Rebel trooper Cara Dune on the “Star Wars” television series “The Mandalorian,” was let go by Disney subsidiary Lucasfilm after making controversial posts on social media. Carano is seeking to be rehired by Disney and Lucasfilm, claiming that her termination was due to her right-wing, conservative views. In a post announcing the lawsuit, Carano stated, “I was being … Read more

Former Husker Women’s Basketball Player Files Lawsuit Against University, Alleging Wrongful Removal

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Lincoln, Nebraska – A former Husker women’s basketball player has filed a lawsuit against the University of Nebraska two years after being removed from the team. Ashley Scoggin, who played for the Huskers during the 2021-22 season, alleges that the university violated her civil rights. Scoggin, who drove to the basket during a game against Iowa, claims that she was unfairly treated and discriminated against during her time as a student-athlete. The details of her lawsuit are not yet public, but Scoggin’s legal representation has stated that the lawsuit seeks to hold the university accountable … Read more

Former Caltrans Employee Files Lawsuit Alleging Rampant Racism in the Workplace

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San Diego, CA – A former employee of the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) has filed a lawsuit alleging racial discrimination in the workplace. Angel Saucedo claims that he and other Hispanic employees were subjected to regular mistreatment, specifically by one white supervisor who allegedly used derogatory language and engaged in discriminatory behavior. The lawsuit, filed in San Diego Superior Court, accuses Caltrans of failing to investigate or discipline the supervisor despite multiple complaints. Saucedo’s attorneys state that the lawsuit aims to shed light on the alleged racism and protect other Caltrans workers from similar … Read more

Parents of Slain JSU Student File Lawsuit Against University, Alleging Neglect of Safety Measures

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JACKSON, Miss. – The parents of a Jackson State University student who was killed on campus have filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the university. Michele Hill Brown and Michael Brown are suing JSU on behalf of their son, 22-year-old Flynn Brown. The lawsuit claims that the university neglected Brown’s safety following prior incidents involving Brown and his roommate, Randall Smith, which ultimately led to his murder in December 2022. The Mississippi Bureau of Investigation confirmed that Brown was shot and killed by Smith after a dispute over doughnuts in their dorm. Brown’s body was … Read more