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Dr. Phil’s Son Implicated in Alleged Predatory Lending Scheme with Crow Creek Sioux Tribe

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A California resident has initiated legal action against River Valley Loans and several business leaders, including the son of television personality Dr. Phil, accusing them of operating a predatory lending operation that involved the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. According to the complaint, the defendants are charged with facilitating small-dollar loans that carry excessively high interest rates, violating lending laws. The plaintiff alleges that the scheme exploits both the tribal affiliation of the lending entity and borrowers’ vulnerabilities by offering loans without adhering to legal interest rate limits. California state laws impose strict caps on interest … Read more

Milwaukee Man Convicted for the 2022 Murder of Young Mother, Body Found in Creek

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Milwaukee, WI – A Milwaukee County jury convicted Nicolas Matzen of the murder of his former girlfriend, Emily Rogers, whose body was discovered near a creek in St. Francis nearly three years ago. The verdict was delivered after jurors deliberated for nearly three hours on Friday. Nicolas Matzen, who was visibly unemotional next to his attorney Scott Anderson, faced charges stemming from the death of Rogers, a 23-year-old mother from Milwaukee. The incident occurred approximately 34 months after Rogers was found dead in the 1300 block of East Waterford Street in St. Francis. Emily Rogers, … Read more

Anticipated Approval: Smokehouse Creek Fire MDL Petition Clears the Way for Action

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Smokehouse Creek, a small town in Texas, is on the verge of approving a petition for the Smokehouse Creek Fire MDL (Massive Discovery Lawsuit). This anticipated approval comes as no surprise, considering the pressing need to address the damages caused by the fire, which was reportedly started by negligence. The petition aims to seek compensation and establish liability for the fire that devastated the community. The Smokehouse Creek Fire MDL petition is a crucial step towards holding those responsible accountable. By obtaining approval, the residents affected by the fire will have the opportunity to seek … Read more

Resolution Reached in Walt Disney Parks and Florida Governor Dispute over Reedy Creek Improvement District Control

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ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) — After a prolonged dispute between Walt Disney Parks and Resorts and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, a resolution has finally been reached in their battle over control of the government entity formerly known as Reedy Creek Improvement District. The settlement was announced on March 27, bringing an end to a contentious legal battle. The Central Florida Tourism Oversight District (CFTOD), chaired by Charbel Barakat, expressed their eagerness to work with Disney in a meeting held on March 27. The tone of the meeting was amicable, suggesting a fresh start and a commitment … Read more