Dismisses

Federal Court Dismisses Controversial Lawsuit Amid $14.9 Billion Steel Merger Drama

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PITTSBURGH — A federal lawsuit related to the $14.9 billion merger between Japan’s Nippon Steel and U.S. Steel has been dismissed in the Western District Court of Pennsylvania. The dismissal came after both sides filed a notice on September 3, signaling the end of litigation that accused Cleveland-Cliffs and its executives of engaging in anti-competitive practices in the steel industry. The lawsuit, initiated in January 2025, claimed that Cleveland-Cliffs, its CEO Lourenco Goncalves, and the president of the United Steelworkers International, David McCall, conspired to undermine U.S. Steel’s competitive position. The suit alleged that the … Read more

Settlement Reached in Fox Sports Lawsuit: Hairstylist Dismisses Sexual Battery Claims, Pursues Class Action for Wage Violations

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ARLINGTON, Texas — A lawsuit involving Fox Sports has reached a settlement after a hairstylist accused former host Skip Bayless and former network executive Charlie Dixon of making unwanted sexual advances. Noushin Faraji filed the lawsuit earlier this year, asserting serious allegations against both men—claims now being addressed in a class action regarding wage violations. The settlement comes as Faraji has agreed to dismiss claims related to sexual battery, a hostile work environment, and retaliation. According to her legal representatives, they will proceed with a broader class action to address alleged failures to pay minimum … Read more

Judge Dismisses Law Professor Amy Wax’s Lawsuit Challenging UPenn Sanctions for Bias

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PHILADELPHIA — A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Amy Wax, a law professor at the University of Pennsylvania, who argued that the university’s disciplinary actions against her were rooted in bias. Wax’s legal action sought to contest sanctions following her public comments on race and diversity in higher education. The judge ruled that her claims did not meet the necessary legal standards to proceed. Wax, who has faced scrutiny for her controversial statements, contended that the sanctions imposed on her were unjust and part of a broader pattern of discrimination against her … Read more

Judge Dismisses Trump’s Controversial Lawsuit Against Maryland Judiciary, Fearing Dire Consequences

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A Maryland judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump that sought to challenge a state court’s authority over his legal disputes. This lawsuit, which Trump labeled as a significant threat, encompassed claims against Maryland judges after they ruled against him in earlier cases. The decision from Judge John P. Morrissey comes amidst a broader landscape of legal challenges facing Trump. His efforts to contest state-level rulings have drawn criticism and concern, with legal experts arguing that such actions could have disruptive implications for the judicial system. In his ruling, Judge Morrissey … Read more