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Outdated 1913 Law Adds Hidden Costs to Pennsylvania Construction Projects, Says State Senator

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Harrisburg, PA – Pennsylvania’s townships are bound by a law established the same year the Model T first rolled off Henry Ford’s assembly lines, presenting significant challenges and costs for modern-day construction projects. The 1913 legislation, initially crafted to govern the way municipalities undertake construction, is now seen by many as outdated and a financial burden on local government budgets and, by extension, the state’s taxpayers. Under the current law, township authorities are required to manage construction initiatives according to standards and processes that have remained largely unchanged for over a century. This requirement, according … Read more

From Disney to Uber: How Hidden Arbitration Clauses in Terms of Use Dictate Consumer Rights

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In the corporate world, arbitration clauses have become a regular fixture in service agreements, a move that often shifts legal resolution from public courts to private arbitration. The widespread incorporation of such clauses into terms of use agreements by large companies such as Disney and Uber reflects a strategic push to limit public litigation, potentially impacting consumer rights. Arbitration clauses dictate that any dispute must be resolved by a neutral third party rather than through a lawsuit, which can prevent cases from becoming public, attracting media attention, or turning into costly class action suits. While … Read more

Royal Caribbean in Turmoil as Hidden Camera Scandal Unfolds

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Miami, FL — Royal Caribbean International is currently dealing with the repercussions of a privacy violation involving a hidden camera reportedly discovered in a passenger’s cabin. This incident highlights ongoing concerns about security and privacy on cruise lines, raising questions among travelers about the sanctity of their personal spaces while at sea. The camera was found in a stateroom by a couple during their voyage on one of Royal Caribbean’s cruise ships. This troubling discovery has prompted an internal investigation by the company as it seeks to address the potential privacy breach. Royal Caribbean has … Read more

SoLo Funds Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Hidden Loan Fees Despite Zero-Interest Claims

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SoLo Funds, a popular financial platform known for its peer-to-peer lending services, has come under legal scrutiny again as it faces a new class action lawsuit alleging deceptive practices in its loan fees structure. The lawsuit, freshly filed, claims that while SoLo advertises its loans as having zero interest fees, it subtly pushes borrowers towards opting for additional “tip fees” and “donation fees” to secure loans. These additional costs, according to the complainants, effectively make the loans more expensive than the consumers initially anticipate. The legal challenge adds to the company’s growing list of legal … Read more