Devon Prep Clinches Thrilling Victory Over Father Judge in Pivotal Catholic League Showdown

In Tredyffrin, Pennsylvania, Devon Prep demonstrated its prowess in the Philadelphia Catholic League with a compelling 69-64 victory over the formidable Father Judge team during a tightly contested basketball game on Thursday night. The game, held at Devon Prep’s bustling gymnasium, was a showcase of determination and skill, particularly in the second half where Devon Prep turned a five-point halftime deficit into a win. Their performance post-halftime was impressive, outscoring Father Judge 42-31. Leading the charge for Devon Preparatory School was Zane Conlon, who scored 24 points and secured nine rebounds, turning in a standout … Read more

Supreme Court Decision Shapes New Bankruptcy Strategy for Roman Catholic Diocese of Rockville Centre

NEW YORK — In a landmark ruling that has reverberated through the legal community, the Supreme Court in 2024 clarified that the Bankruptcy Code does not permit the enforcement of a Chapter 11 plan to absolve non-debtors of claims without the explicit consent of claimants involved. This decision has significant implications for bankruptcy cases and the way claims are handled against third parties who are not directly filing for bankruptcy but are nonetheless implicated through their connection to the debtor. This ruling was a critical element in the resolution of a high-profile Chapter 11 bankruptcy … Read more

$12 Million Verdict for Catholic Woman Fired Over COVID Vaccine Exemption Claim

Detroit, MI — A federal jury recently ordered Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan to pay $12 million to a former employee who claimed religious discrimination after being terminated for refusing a COVID-19 vaccination. The Catholic woman, who worked remotely, had sought a religious exemption, which the health insurance giant denied. The court’s decision underscores a significant confrontation between employer mandates and individual religious rights amidst the ongoing global health crisis. The jurors concurred that the dismissal constituted both religious discrimination and an illegal termination of employment. The case arrives at a contentious time when … Read more

Catholic IT Specialist Wins $12.7 Million in Groundbreaking COVID Vaccine Exemption Case

Detroit, MI – In a significant legal decision, a Detroit jury has awarded Lisa Domski, a Catholic IT specialist from Wyandotte, over $12 million after she was dismissed by her employer, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan (BCBSM), for refusing a COVID-19 vaccine on religious grounds. The verdict, rendered on Friday, highlights the ongoing tension between workplace health mandates and individual religious freedoms. Domski, who has been with BCBSM for 38 years, sought an exemption from the company’s vaccine mandate, citing her devout Catholic beliefs. Despite providing a detailed written statement and backing from her … Read more