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Restart on the Horizon: Glen Mills Schools Litigation Rescheduled for New Bellwether Trial Dates

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PHILADELPHIA — After a temporary pause in proceedings, the first in a series of bellwether trials regarding alleged abuse at the Glen Mills Schools is slated to begin, following a rescheduling by the overseeing judge in Philadelphia. Initially set to commence this past summer, the trials were put on hold to allow for court-ordered mediation between the parties involved. This legal action follows a tumultuous period for the once notable reform school, which shuttered in 2019 after reports of abuse surfaced, leading to significant legal and social fallout. The upcoming trials are expected to set … Read more

Google’s Major Antitrust Loss: A New Era for Internet Search on the Horizon?

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Washington — A significant legal setback for Google could soon alter the landscape of internet searches, following a recent antitrust ruling that challenges the company’s longstanding dominance in the sector. This pivotal case accuses Google of employing anti-competitive tactics that have stifled innovation and hindered competitors in the online search industry. At the heart of this legal battle is Google’s practice of setting its search engine as the default on various devices and browsers, which prosecutors argue effectively boxes out other potential competitors. Such practices, the lawsuit claims, ensure that Google maintains its market supremacy … Read more