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Challenging the Tipped Minimum Wage: A Closer Look at Maryland’s Potential Elimination

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Washington, D.C. – Maryland residents are advised to thoroughly investigate the potential consequences before supporting the elimination of the tipped minimum wage, as seen in the nation’s capital. As an owner of restaurants in both D.C. and Maryland, I urge residents to conduct a comprehensive study of the earnings and reasons behind tipped employment. Employees in my establishments earn an impressive $35 to $40 per hour, surpassing the wages of cooks and dishwashers in most full-service restaurants. Additionally, it is crucial to examine the financial struggles faced by the restaurant industry itself. Contrary to popular … Read more

The Texas Two-Step Bankruptcy Tactic Fails to Provide Desired Relief, Ignites Controversy: A Closer Look

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Austin, Texas – The controversial “Texas Two-Step” bankruptcy cases, which involved corporations using the tactic of restructuring and subsequently filing for bankruptcy to delay mass tort liability, have proven to be unsuccessful. Companies such as Best Wall, DBMP, Aldrich Pump/Murray Boiler, and most recently, LTL, have all attempted this strategy without success. These failed attempts have garnered significant attention, with critics including the U.S. Senate expressing strong opposition. The concept of the Texas Two-Step has muddled the discussion surrounding the legitimate interests of both public companies seeking “finality” in resolving claims and plaintiffs who want … Read more

Judge Compares Trump’s Alleged Fraud to Madoff Ponzi Scheme in New York Trial: A Closer Look

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New York, NY – During the closing arguments of Donald Trump’s fraud trial, the judge posed a question that drew a comparison between the alleged fraud and Bernie Madoff’s Ponzi scheme. The attorney from the New York attorney general’s office responded by stating that while the fraud in question was smaller in scale, both cases demonstrated a sense of entitlement. The judge presiding over the three-month nonjury trial, New York Supreme Court Justice Arthur Engoron, interrupted the closing arguments to inquire about the similarities between the two fraudsters. He remarked that although he typically enforces … Read more

York County Prison Lawsuit Moves Closer to Trial as Human Rights Abuses Allegations Escalate

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York County, Pennsylvania – A long-standing lawsuit against York County, its prison, and its former training contractor for alleged human rights violations may finally go to trial later this year. The case, brought by inmates who claim various human rights abuses, is scheduled to be heard by federal district Judge Jennifer Wilson on October 7. This comes nearly three years after York County entered into its second contract with Corrections Special Applications Unit (C-SAU), a controversial trainer. The lawsuit alleges that the county’s actions have violated the rights of the inmates. According to court records, … Read more