Closure

Ohio State Student’s Lawsuit Over Campus Closure Goes Back to Appeals Court

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COLUMBUS, Ohio – The Supreme Court of Ohio has made a ruling that could have significant implications for an Ohio State University student’s lawsuit seeking a refund for the closure of campus during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a close vote of 4-3, the court decided that the Ohio’s 10th District Court of Appeals must reconsider the case. The central issue at hand is whether OSU is entitled to “discretionary immunity” for its decision to close the campus in the middle of the Spring 2020 semester while still retaining fees paid by students for the time … Read more

Judge’s Ruling: HSHS Hospitals Face Closure Despite Pleas for Injunction

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Wausau, Wisconsin – A judge has denied an injunction that would have maintained the operation of HSHS hospitals in the region. The decision means that the hospitals are set to close soon, which has sparked concerns among local residents about the impact on healthcare access. The ruling came after a legal battle involving several parties, including the city of Eau Claire and the hospitals’ owner, Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS). In a statement, HSHS expressed disappointment with the outcome and vowed to work with local communities to ensure a smooth transition for patients and employees. … Read more

High-Profile Attorney Mikal Watts Resigns, Triggering Office Closure and Mass Layoffs

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SAN JUAN, Puerto Rico – Watts Guerra, a prominent law firm known for representing clients in major tort cases, is facing significant changes after co-founder Mikal Watts announced his departure due to health reasons. As a result, the firm’s Puerto Rico office will be shutting down, leading to widespread layoffs. According to internal emails shared by an employee, at least 50 employees, or approximately 33% of the workforce, will be affected by the mass layoffs. The Puerto Rico office, which employs around 110 people responsible for managing many of the firm’s cases, is expected to … Read more

Troubled St. Louis Gas Station Faces Potential Closure as Judge Revokes Permit

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ST. LOUIS (AP) – A St. Louis gas station known for its association with criminal activities may face closure after having its conditional use permit revoked. A judge in St. Louis recently voided the permit of the Shell gas station located at 721 North Tucker Boulevard and Convention Plaza. The Neighborhood Improvement Association-Downtown West, Inc. filed a lawsuit against the gas station owner earlier this year, alleging that the station had been operating unlawfully in violation of the city code. Court records indicate that the city’s Board of Public Service had granted permits for the … Read more