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10th Circuit Weighs Denver Officer’s Appeal to Dismiss $14M Jury Ruling from 2020 Protest Incident

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DENVER — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit is currently reviewing a request from the City of Denver and its police department to overturn a significant jury verdict amounting to $14 million. This decision stems from protests in 2020 that erupted in response to the killing of George Floyd, which sparked nationwide demonstrations decrying police brutality and racial injustice. The jury’s verdict, delivered last year, held the city and a police officer liable for excessive use of force against protesters. This judgment has raised critical questions about the appropriate use of force … Read more

Federal Judge Weighs Mountain West’s Bid to Dismiss Pac-12’s $55M Lawsuit Amid Conference Turmoil

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SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge heard arguments on Tuesday regarding the Mountain West Conference’s request to dismiss a lawsuit brought by the Pac-12 over $55 million in so-called “poaching fees.” Judge Susan van Keulen did not issue a ruling during the hearing. The Pac-12 issued a statement reaffirming its commitment to the legal action against the Mountain West, expressing confidence in its position while emphasizing its dedication to academic excellence and athletic tradition. The dispute centers on a poaching clause in a scheduling agreement signed by the Pac-12 for last season. The clause required … Read more

Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. Emerges Victorious as Major Steel Players Dismiss Lawsuit

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Cleveland, Ohio—Cleveland-Cliffs Inc. (NYSE: CLF), one of the leading steel manufacturers in North America, has seen a favorable development in its legal landscape. On September 4, the company announced that United States Steel Corporation, along with Nippon Steel Corporation and Nippon Steel North America Inc., has voluntarily dismissed a lawsuit against Cleveland-Cliffs and its executives, including CEO Lourenco Goncalves. The lawsuit, which was filed earlier this year, has been dismissed with prejudice, indicating a permanent closure of the case without any financial settlement. This dismissal includes a comprehensive release of all claims made against Cleveland-Cliffs, … Read more

MSU Seeks to Dismiss Lawsuit from Sexual Assault Advocate Over Controversial Name Release

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EAST LANSING, Mich. — Attorneys for Michigan State University have filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit from Brenda Tracy, a prominent advocate for sexual assault prevention. The lawsuit alleges that the university’s Board of Trustees improperly disclosed Tracy’s name during an investigation related to a sexual harassment complaint against Mel Tucker, the former head football coach. Tracy’s legal action emerged this summer, claiming that MSU’s Board released her identity publicly, which she argues constituted a violation of her privacy. Tucker was dismissed from his position following the inquiry into Tracy’s allegations, where he reportedly … Read more