Detroit Immigration Law Sparks Community Response and New Initiatives

Detroit, MI – The evolving landscape of immigration law in Detroit is shaping the lives of its residents—both immigrants and native-born Americans—as local officials and organizations navigate the complexities imposed by federal policies. This juxtaposition of local advocacy against a backdrop of stringent national regulations paints a vivid picture of a city deeply entrenched in the strive for balance and justice in immigration. Legal battles are casting a long shadow over Detroit, with recent policies complicating the already challenging process for those seeking refuge and a new life in the United States. Lawyers and activists … Read more

Detroit Casino Worker Wins $133K in Landmark COVID-19 Vaccine Refusal Case

Detroit, MI — A Detroit casino worker was awarded $133,000 by a jury after she refused to comply with her employer’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate due to her religious beliefs. The verdict marks a significant legal stance on the intersection of workplace policies, individual rights, and public health amid the ongoing pandemic. The casino worker, Leah Snyder, had filed a lawsuit against MGM Grand Detroit, contending that the company had infringed on her religious freedoms. According to court documents, Snyder, who was employed at the casino for over ten years as a cashier, declined the COVID-19 … Read more

Detroit Jury Awards $133,000 to Man Fired Over Vaccine Mandate Due to Religious Beliefs

Detroit, MI – A Canton man recently received a $133,000 jury award, concluding a legal battle that highlights persistent tensions between employer vaccine mandates and individual religious beliefs. The verdict, issued in Detroit on Thursday, ruled in favor of 56-year-old Harry Yeremian, who was dismissed from his managerial position at the MGM Grand Detroit casino due to his refusal to comply with its COVID-19 vaccination requirement. Yeremian, a devout Catholic, argued that his dismissal from the gaming venue was a case of religious discrimination. He claimed his faith prevented him from receiving the vaccine and … Read more

Man Charged in Murder of Detroit Neurosurgeon Amid Intimate Relationship Scandal

Detroit, MI — A man intimately connected to a local neurosurgeon, Devon Hoover, MD, who was tragically killed earlier this year, now faces charges for his murder, authorities reported. In a separate but equally shocking case, a Philadelphia teenager has secured a nearly $45 million settlement from Temple University Hospital. The teen, who now requires 24/7 care, suffered serious complications after choking on mashed potatoes soon after being discharged from the hospital. From overseas, reports surface out of Germany where a physician was taken into custody under the suspicion of murdering four elderly patients and … Read more