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New Federal-State Initiative Targets Child Labor Law Violations, Prioritizes Safety for Minors in Hazardous Jobs

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WASHINGTON — In an effort to address growing concerns over child labor violations, federal and state labor authorities announced a new “joint strategic enforcement initiative” on Tuesday. This move, spearheaded by the U.S. Wage and Hour Division along with various state Departments of Labor and Workforce Development, aims to clamp down on illegal employment practices, particularly those that involve minors engaging in dangerous work that violates federal and state laws. The focus on hazardous occupations stems from a noticeable spike in the employment of minors in roles that are deemed too perilous and are, therefore, … Read more

Minnesota Set to Enforce New Slate of Laws: Enhanced Gun Control, Child Safety, and Jobseeker Support Effective August 1

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — As the summer heat wanes, Minnesota braces for a fresh wave of legislation set to take effect in the coming months. This legislative season marks the second under the control of Minnesota Democrats who currently wield a trifecta, having majorities in both state legislative chambers and holding the governor’s office. A variety of significant laws, passed in the enthusiasm of their unified control, are slated for implementation. Starting October 1, new regulations will address several key issues ranging from medical treatment accessibility and debt collection practices to disability insurance reform. Among … Read more

Virginia Jury Awards $300 Million to Former Patients in Child Hospital Abuse Case

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RICHMOND, Va. — In a significant court ruling, three former patients of the Cumberland Hospital for Children and Adolescents in New Kent have been awarded a total of $300 million in damages. The jury’s decision came after accusations that the patients were sexually abused during their time at the facility, which specializes in treating vulnerable children. During the trail in the Richmond Circuit Court, which concluded on Friday, each of the women was awarded $60 million in compensatory damages and an additional $40 million in punitive damages for the suffering they endured. The case has … Read more

Kidnapped as a Child, Man Triumphs as Lawyer in His Own Abduction Case 17 Years Later

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Agra, India — In a dramatic turn of events, Harsh Garg, who was kidnapped as a child in 2007 from his family’s medical shop in Kheragarh, Agra, stood in a courtroom as a lawyer nearly two decades later, delivering closing arguments in the very case of his abduction. Now 24, Garg’s journey from a kidnapped victim to a practicing attorney captivated the courtroom as he eloquently argued against the individuals who altered his life at the tender age of seven. The incident originally unfolded on the evening of February 10, 2007, when a group of … Read more