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Insurance Giants Sue Norfolk Southern over Damages from Ohio Train Disaster

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East Palestine, Ohio — A major U.S. railway operator, Norfolk Southern, is facing a lawsuit over a fiery train derailment that occurred in February 2023, causing extensive damage and leading to significant insurance claims. A cohort of insurance companies, including Erie Insurance Co. and American Family Insurance Co., has initiated legal action seeking compensation for losses exceeding $75,000, resulting from the mishap that unsettled this small Ohio community. Filed in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio, the lawsuit accuses Norfolk Southern of negligence and the disregard of safety standards that led … Read more

Albuquerque Takes on Auto Giants: Files Lawsuit Against Kia and Hyundai Over Missing Anti-Theft Features

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Albuquerque, N.M. — The City of Albuquerque has initiated legal action against automotive giants Kia and Hyundai, accusing them of deliberately omitting essential anti-theft technology in their vehicles. This lawsuit places Albuquerque among numerous U.S. cities that have recently pursued claims against these manufacturers for similar grievances. According to the lawsuit, this purported cost-cutting measure has resulted in Hyundai and Kia vehicles becoming a prime target for thefts. Vehicles produced between 2011 and 2021, the city alleges, lack engine immobilizers, a critical component that prevents the engine from operating unless the correct key is present. … Read more

EU Launches Investigation into Tech Giants Apple, Meta, and Google under Digital-Competition Law

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BRUSSELS, Belgium – Tech giants Apple, Google, and Meta are facing investigations by the European Union (EU) under new digital-competition laws. The EU is examining whether these companies have violated regulations that aim to prevent anti-competitive behavior and safeguard fair competition in the digital market. This move by the EU comes as part of their broader efforts to regulate and control the power of big tech companies. The investigations are centered around concerns that Apple, Google, and Meta may have engaged in anti-competitive practices, giving them an unfair advantage over their competitors. While specific details … Read more

Social Media Giants Reddit and YouTube Ordered to Face Lawsuits over Buffalo Mass Shooting

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Buffalo, New York – Reddit and Google’s YouTube are facing legal action after a New York state judge ruled that the social media platforms can be held responsible for their alleged role in enabling a white supremacist who killed 10 Black people in a grocery store shooting in 2022. The decision by Justice Paula Feroleto of the Erie County Supreme Court allows 25 plaintiffs, including store employees, customers, and the son of one of the victims, to proceed with lawsuits against the platforms. The plaintiffs claim that Reddit and YouTube designed their platforms to addict … Read more