Familys

Supreme Court Overturns Sackler Family’s Liability Protection in Purdue Pharma Bankruptcy Case

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Washington, D.C. – In a landmark ruling, the U.S. Supreme Court has rejected a crucial element of Purdue Pharma LP’s Chapter 11 reorganization plan. The court’s decision specifically overturns a liability shield that would have protected the Sackler family, owners of Purdue, from future opioid-related lawsuits, dramatically reshaping the legal landscape for bankruptcy resolutions in mass tort cases. The justices ruled that granting such a shield exceeds the permissible bounds of bankruptcy law, fundamentally changing how companies can settle widespread liability through reorganization. Legal experts suggest that this decision sets a significant precedent for how … Read more

City Lawyers Motion to Dismiss Family’s Lawsuit Over Fatal Shooting, Claiming Officers Acted Appropriately

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Lansing, Michigan – The city is seeking the dismissal of a lawsuit filed by the family of Stephen Romero, who was fatally shot by police officers in December. The city’s attorneys submitted a motion and brief in federal court, arguing that the claims made in the lawsuit are baseless and that the officers are protected by qualified immunity. They further contend that the family has failed to demonstrate a violation of the Fourth Amendment, which safeguards against excessive force and unlawful searches and seizures. The incident unfolded on December 1, when police officers responded to … Read more

Disturbing Bodycam Footage Reveals Fatal Police Shooting in Fresno, Sparking Family’s Lawsuit

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FRESNO, Calif. – A critical incident video involving the shooting of 33-year-old Max Sosa Jr. by a Fresno police officer was released on Friday, shedding light on the events that unfolded on November 4, 2023, in northwest Fresno. The video, released by the Fresno Police, begins with the 911 call made by Sosa’s estranged wife, who reported that he was threatening to kill himself. The footage reveals that officers arrived at the scene in response to the call around 3 a.m. and attempted to make contact with Sosa, who was seen driving his white Tesla … Read more

Family’s Legal Dispute Resolved: Understanding the Power of a Signed Settlement Agreement

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LUFKIN, Texas – A recently signed family settlement agreement in Texas has raised questions about its enforceability and importance in determining the future of family property. The agreement, which was voluntarily entered into by all family members involved, seeks to resolve disputes regarding the distribution of assets among family members. While signed settlement agreements are typically binding and enforceable, some experts claim that certain factors may affect their validity. One important factor to consider is whether the family settlement agreement was reached through duress or coercion. If a party can demonstrate that they were forced … Read more