Coercion

Constitution vs. Coercion: The Urgent Need for a Federal Shield Law to Protect Journalists and Their Sources

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Washington, D.C. – As freedom of the press continues to be a cornerstone of American democracy, enshrined in the First Amendment, debates intensify over the necessity of federal legislation to protect journalists. Despite the constitutional safeguard that prohibits Congress from abridging press freedom, there currently exists no federal law that extends similar protections to reporters on a national level, which many argue leaves a significant vulnerability in the journalistic profession. The absence of a federal shield law means that reporters’ ability to protect their sources is not uniformly protected across the country. While 49 states … Read more

Film Industry Turmoil: Actress Files Harassment Claim Against Balachandra Menon Amidst Allegations of Coercion and Blackmail

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Kochi, India — In a recent legal development, Balachandra Menon, a well-known figure in the Malayalam film industry, has taken legal action against an actress from Aluva for allegedly defamatory remarks made about him on social media platforms including Facebook and YouTube. The allegations have led to a complex dispute, which includes accusations from both parties. Menon, who filed the complaint in Kochi, accuses the actress of threatening him over the phone and misusing his images online. Local police are expected to summon the actress for further questioning as part of their ongoing investigation. The … Read more

Former Alabama State Senator Accused of Assaulting Incarcerated Woman, Lawsuit Claims Coercion into ‘Sex Slave’ Agreement

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Montgomery, AL — An Alabama lawyer, also a former state senator, is embroiled in a lawsuit that accuses him of gross sexual misconduct and exploitation of an incarcerated woman. Douglass “Doug” Ghee, 78, faces grave allegations including sexual assault and battery in a complaint that also names his law firm, Ghee, Draper, and Alexander. According to the lawsuit, Ghee met the 29-year-old woman in July at the Calhoun County Jail, where she was held. He allegedly manipulated his position as a public defender and exploited her vulnerability, promising legal favors in exchange for becoming his … Read more

Former WWE Employee Claims Coercion as Love Letter to Vince McMahon Surfaces

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New York, NY – A ‘love letter’ allegedly sent by Janel Grant to Vince McMahon on Christmas Eve 2021 has been released by The New York Post. Grant, a former WWE employee who filed a lawsuit against McMahon, WWE, and John Laurinaitis in January 2024, claims she was coerced by McMahon into writing the letter. The letter, which is expected to appear in court filings, was obtained from Grant’s laptop during an investigation by law firm Simpson, Thacher & Bartlett. Grant’s attorney, Ann Callis, expressed disgust at McMahon’s attempt to defend himself by showcasing letters … Read more