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Norfolk Southern Agrees to $600 Million Settlement for East Palestine Train Derailment

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EAST PALESTINE, Ohio – Norfolk Southern, a railroad company, has agreed to a $600 million settlement to resolve a series of lawsuits resulting from a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio last year. The settlement will cover all class-action claims within a 20-mile radius of the derailment site, as well as personal injury claims within 10 miles. The agreement was reached after three days of mediation supervised by a former federal judge. The February 3, 2023, derailment had a significant impact on the small town and surrounding communities. A total of 38 rail cars, including … Read more

East Windsor: Conflict of Interest Arises as Selectman Takes Side in Resident’s Lawsuit

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East Windsor, Connecticut – A selectman in East Windsor is facing criticism for representing a resident in a lawsuit against the town. This move has raised questions about conflicts of interest and the impartiality of elected officials. The selectman, whose name is being withheld, has taken it upon himself to legally assist a resident in a personal matter concerning the town. However, many community members argue that this goes against the principles of fair governance. The controversy stems from the concerns over whether the selectman can adequately fulfill his duties as an elected official while … Read more

Behind Closed Doors: Mediation for East Oktibbeha/Mississippi State Lawsuit to Remain Private

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EAST OKTIBBEHA, Miss. – Mediation in the lawsuit between East Oktibbeha Consolidated School District and Mississippi State University will be conducted behind closed doors, barring public access to the proceedings. The decision was made by the Mississippi Supreme Court, which ruled against efforts to open the mediation to the public. The lawsuit was filed in 2018 by the school district, claiming that Mississippi State had failed to fulfill its obligations to the community. Specifically, the school district alleges that the university failed to provide adequate resources and funds to support the consolidation process. Mediation was … Read more

East Haven Man Convicted of Sexually Assaulting Young Children: District Attorney

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EAST HAVEN, CT — A 44-year-old man from East Haven, Connecticut has been found guilty by a jury for sexually assaulting young children, according to New Haven Judicial District State’s Attorney John P. Doyle, Jr. Lawrence Maenza was convicted on two counts of first-degree sexual assault and two counts of risk of injury to a minor. The verdict was announced by Doyle. During the trial, evidence was presented that showed Maenza had sexually assaulted two children under the age of 10 in various locations across New Haven and Hartford counties. The cases were consolidated and … Read more