Judicial

Clearfield County Set for High-Stakes Judicial Showdown: Maines vs. Sayers in November Election

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Clearfield, Pennsylvania – Voters in Clearfield County will choose a new judge for the Court of Common Pleas during the upcoming general municipal election on Nov. 4. This decision follows the announcement in January that Fredric Ammerman, the county’s president judge, will retire at the end of 2025 after 31 years of service. Paul Cherry, the current judge, is set to assume the role of president judge next year. The candidates vying for the vacant position are Democrat Josh Maines and Republican Ryan P. Sayers. The newly elected judge will oversee legal proceedings for more … Read more

Judicial Decision Clears Path for YDC Claims Fund to Proceed Amid Legal Challenges

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A judge has denied a request to block the New Hampshire Youth Development Center claims fund process, allowing it to proceed despite previous challenges. The ruling comes as the state has faced mounting scrutiny regarding the treatment of individuals within the facility, with various allegations surfacing over the years. The claims fund, established to provide compensation to those who have reported abuse or mistreatment while in state care, has been a point of contention. The plaintiffs argued for an injunction, seeking to halt the disbursement of funds while related lawsuits are ongoing. However, the judge … Read more

Judicial Ruling Strips County Clerk from Election Race in Valencia County

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LOS LUNAS, N.M. — A state district judge has ruled that Valencia County Clerk Tina R. Lujan will not appear on the ballot for the upcoming elections. The decision came after questions arose regarding Lujan’s eligibility due to alleged misconduct related to her handling of the 2020 election. The ruling was prompted by a suit filed earlier this month, asserting that Lujan had failed to comply with key election laws. Judge Mary E. Cardenas found sufficient grounds to exclude Lujan from the ballot, citing the violation of her district’s policies and New Mexico election regulations. … Read more

Vanguard’s Updated Settlement on Mutual Fund Tax Bills Gains Judicial Green Light

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A federal judge in Philadelphia has given the green light to a revised settlement proposed by Vanguard Group concerning tax liabilities linked to its mutual fund operations. The settlement addresses potential tax implications and will affect millions of dollars in capital gains distributions that investors may encounter when determining their tax obligations. The original class-action lawsuit emerged when investors raised concerns about Vanguard’s handling of mutual fund taxes. They alleged that the company failed to properly communicate the tax consequences of capital gains distributions, leaving many at risk for unanticipated tax liabilities. This led to … Read more