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Ohio Parents Sue Over State Rule on Caregiver Eligibility, Claiming Lack of Transparency and Public Input

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Columbus, Ohio — A group of Ohio parents have brought a lawsuit against the Ohio Department of Developmental Disabilities (DODD), alleging the agency implemented policy changes concerning parental care providers without adhering to statutory rulemaking procedures. Lindsay Sodano, a resident of Mason and mother of a child with a rare neurodevelopmental disorder, is at the forefront of this legal challenge. Sodano, who has been a direct caregiver for her daughter Mimi since 2022, is contesting DODD’s requirements surrounding the appointment of parents as paid caregivers under Medicaid waivers. Her role as caregiver is supported by … Read more

Federal Judge Clears Two Businessmen in Securities Fraud Case, Critiques Prosecution’s Lack of Convincing Evidence

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SAN DIEGO – A local federal court recently ruled in favor of acquitting two businessmen, Jonathan Destler, 61, of Los Angeles, and Robert Lazerus, 68, of Solana Beach, accused in connection with a securities fraud case involving alleged market manipulation tactics. U.S. District Judge Cynthia Bashant dismissed all charges against the pair, raising significant doubts about the sufficiency of evidence presented by prosecutors. The charges stemmed from accusations that Destler, Lazerus, and two others were involved in a sophisticated “pump-and-dump” scheme aimed at inflating the stock value of Loop Industries, a Canadian-based company claiming to … Read more

Judge Rules Against Eagles in Insurance Dispute, Cites Lack of Physical Property Damage

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Philadelphia, PA — In a recent ruling, U.S. District Judge Michael M. Baylson confirmed a previous decision, stating that the Philadelphia Eagles’ insurance claim related to COVID-19 losses does not meet the necessary legal criteria for coverage due to lack of physical damage to their property. According to state law, in order to trigger insurance coverage, there must be a physical alteration to the property. The Eagles had sought coverage under their insurance policy for financial losses incurred when their operations were restricted due to the pandemic. However, Judge Baylson pointed out that the franchise … Read more

North Dakota Federal Judge Criticizes Biden’s Commutation Decisions, Cites Lack of Consultation and Impact on Victims

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BISMARCK, N.D. — This month, President Joe Biden announced an unprecedented act of clemency, commuting the federal sentences of nearly 1,500 individuals. According to the White House, these individuals had previously been transitioned to home confinement during the COVID-19 pandemic and had successfully reintegrated into their communities. However, this sweeping decision has faced criticism from a Bismarck-based judge, adding a layer of controversy to what the administration has labeled as a progressive step toward justice reform. U.S. District Court Judge Daniel Hovland, serving since 2002, has voiced significant concerns regarding the lack of consultation with … Read more