Coffee

Court Extends Halt on Controversial Coffee County Poultry Farm as Plaintiffs and Defendants Clash in Legal Battle

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Coffee County, Alabama – A legal battle over a proposed commercial poultry farm in southern Coffee County continues as an injunction has been extended, preventing any further development until September 29, 2025. The next court hearing is set for that date at the Coffee County Courthouse. The dispute stems from a hearing held on August 12, where five plaintiffs—Bruce Brooker, Rebecca Temple, Legrand Roberts, Hamp Adams, and Sims Funeral Homes, Inc.—sought to block the poultry project. The presiding judge, Kelly Brooks, issued a temporary injunction halting all work on the site, citing the need for … Read more

From Courtrooms to Coffee Shops: The Unique Love Story of Animal Lawyer Peter Brandt and His Activist Wife in Ireland

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WEXFORD, Ireland — Peter Brandt, a dedicated advocate for animal rights, has a passion for a unique area of law focused on farm animals. Brandt, who hails from a legal family in the Seattle area, speaks with a sense of bemusement about the historical oddities of animal prosecution, such as courts in France summoning mice for their alleged crimes of crop destruction. His legal pursuits have guided him toward significant cases against large farming operations that violate environmental standards, as well as initiatives aimed at improving laws related to animal welfare. While navigating these complexities, … Read more

Boise State and Big City Coffee Clash Deepens, Legal Feud Heads to Idaho Supreme Court Amid Soaring Costs

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Boise, Idaho – The legal battle between Boise State University and Big City Coffee continues unabated, with taxpayers footing a burgeoning bill surpassing $1.5 million. After a jury awarded Big City Coffee owner Sarah Jo Fendley $4 million in damages for First Amendment violations, both parties returned to court, signaling lengthy appeals and further financial implications. In the recent court developments, Ada County District Judge Cynthia Yee-Wallace turned down Boise State’s requests for a new trial and to overturn the jury’s verdict. However, she did adjust the compensation amounts, notably lowering the awarded figure for … Read more

Global Coffee Experts Unite in NY for the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award 2024; Public Tastings to Determine ‘Coffee Lovers’ Choice’

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Trieste, Italy – Illycaffè, a renowned global coffee company, has unveiled the esteemed panel of judges for the ‘Best of the Best’ award at the Ernesto Illy International Coffee Award 2024. This prestigious accolade honors the legacy of Ernesto Illy, the son of the company’s founder, and celebrates over three decades of fruitful partnerships with coffee growers worldwide. At the upcoming event, top coffee producers from nine nations will compete for this distinguished title, representing the apex of quality and sustainability in coffee production. On November 12, a jury of skilled professionals will convene in … Read more