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Jury Begins Deliberations in Controversial Home Depot Murder Case, Defense Questions Evidence Against McMillian

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HILLSBOROUGH, N.C. — The fate of Terry McMillian Jr. lies in the hands of a jury after closing arguments were presented in his murder trial, stemming from the death of Home Depot employee Gary Rasor in October 2022. The case has captivated local attention, highlighting issues surrounding accountability and the impact of injury on health. During closing statements, the defense questioned the thoroughness of the investigation, critiquing the timing of interviews conducted by law enforcement and expressing skepticism towards forensic pathologist Dr. Nabila Haikal’s conclusions. Attorney Kailey Morgan argued that while the incident involved an … Read more

Home Depot Agrees to $2 Million Settlement Over Misleading Pricing Claims in California

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San Diego, CA — Home Depot agreed to pay almost $2 million to settle allegations that it engaged in deceptive pricing practices, according to California authorities. The settlement resolves accusations that the retailer charged customers at checkout prices higher than those advertised on shelves and tags. The allegations, brought forth by the Los Angeles District Attorney’s Office, claimed that Home Depot committed numerous scanner violations by failing to honor its displayed prices. This discrepancy not only misleads customers but can also create an unjust competitive advantage in the marketplace. As part of the settlement, which … Read more

Landmark Labor Board Ruling: Home Depot Found Guilty of Violating Employees’ Rights Over ‘BLM’ Apron Dispute

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New York – Home Depot, an Atlanta-based company, has been found to have violated federal labor laws by firing an employee for refusing to remove a hand-drawn “BLM” (Black Lives Matter) logo from his work apron, according to a ruling by the National Labor Relations Board. The board determined that the employee’s act of defiance was considered “concerted,” as it stemmed from previous joint protests by employees against racial discrimination in the workplace. The symbol was seen as an attempt to draw attention to the collective grievances of the group. The board also argued that … Read more