Federal Judge Dismisses Disney Park Pass Class Action, Citing Refund Options for Platinum Pass Holders Amid Pandemic Restrictions

ORLANDO, Fla. — A federal judge in Florida recently dismissed a class action lawsuit against Walt Disney Parks and Resorts, which alleged that the company unfairly restricted access for its highest-tier annual pass holders during the COVID-19 pandemic. The ruling clarified that affected consumers had options they declined to pursue, including the opportunity to cancel their passes for a refund. The plaintiffs, two patrons of the popular theme parks, argued their Platinum Passes did not provide the value promised due to imposed reservation systems and other limitations during the outbreak. However, the judge countered that … Read more

California’s Gun Carrying Law Blocked Again by 9th Circuit Court of Appeals: Public Spaces Still Free for Firearm Holders

SACRAMENTO, California – A California law that would have prohibited residents from carrying firearms in most public spaces has been temporarily blocked by the 9th Circuit Court of Appeals. The court ruled against the decision made last week to allow the law to go into effect in 2024. The law, known as SB2 and signed by Governor Gavin Newsom in September, aimed to ban Californians from carrying guns in 26 types of public places including parks, sports stadiums, hospitals, and houses of worship. It also introduced new guidelines for obtaining a concealed carry weapons permit, … Read more