Divisions

Coronado School District Stands Firm in Pollution Lawsuit Despite Internal Divisions and Concerns Over Transparency

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Coronado, CA — The Coronado Unified School District (CUSD) has joined a mass tort lawsuit against Veolia Water, the manager of the South Bay International Wastewater Treatment Plant, citing allegations of negligence and reckless exposure to hazardous chemicals affecting both staff and students. This judicial move arrives amid ongoing concerns over sewage pollution allegedly stemming from the facility, linked to a separate legal action taken on behalf of South Bay residents. The district’s decision to engage in the lawsuit followed the approval of a contract with Frantz Law Group during a board meeting on February … Read more

Marquette Poll Reveals Deep Divisions on Supreme Court’s Role and Presidential Powers Among U.S. Adults

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MILWAUKEE — According to the latest findings from the Marquette Law School Poll, American adults show a strained but stable relationship with the U.S. Supreme Court, showcasing a populace grappling with significant judicial rulings and the perceived influence of politics on court decisions. This detailed survey records public opinions on various high-profile issues, emphasizing the judiciary’s complex role in contemporary political discourse. As of early December 2024, nearly half of the respondents approve of the Supreme Court’s performance, reflecting a slight increase from earlier ratings. This data suggests a nuanced public confidence in the judiciary, … Read more

Law Firms Shift From Public Statements to Action-Oriented Responses Amid Rising Societal Divisions

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In recent years, law firms found themselves navigating complex societal events that demanded public response, such as the aftermath of George Floyd’s death and the October 7 attack on Israel. Law firm leaders and communication experts are increasingly realizing that mere statements of empathy may not suffice in today’s politically charged environment. Instead, a shift towards letting their firm’s culture and actions represent their stance is being observed. Katherine Wilson, the co-founder of Fractional CMO, and Cari Brunelle, founding partner at Baretz & Brunelle, highlight that the growing polarization of events is causing law firms … Read more

Karen Read Murder Trial in Limbo as Jury Struggles to Overcome Deep Divisions

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DEDHAM, Mass. — After a long and contentious 10-week trial, a Massachusetts jury remains unable to decide the fate of Karen Read, accused in the death of her boyfriend, Boston Police officer John O’Keefe. Deliberations have stretched over 23 hours, during which jurors have found themselves at an impasse, unable to align their deeply held convictions into a unanimous decision. The deadlock persisted despite a directive from Norfolk Superior Court Judge Beverly Cannone, who on Monday issued a last-ditch instruction known as a “Tuey-Rodriguez” for the jury to attempt one final round of deliberations. If … Read more