Lawsuit

North Idaho College Settles Employment Lawsuit for $20,000, Resolves Allegations of Workplace Toxicity

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COEUR D’ALENE, Idaho — North Idaho College has reached a resolution in the lawsuit brought by its former Chief Communications Officer, Laura Rumpler, who had accused the institution, along with its trustees, of creating a hostile work environment leading to her resignation. The college announced on Friday that it has agreed to a settlement that includes a payment of $14,000 to Rumpler and an additional $6,000 that will cover legal fees. Rumpler originally sued the college early in 2024, seeking damages of at least $216,000, claiming violations of her employment contract and Idaho employment laws. … Read more

Jury Hits Las Vegas Real Water Company with Staggering $3.8 Billion Verdict in Landmark Lawsuit

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In a monumental legal decision out of Las Vegas, Nevada, a jury has awarded a staggering $3.8 billion to plaintiffs who sued the local company Real Water, alleging that its alkaline water products led to severe liver damage. This lawsuit marks one of the largest single jury verdicts in recent history concerning a consumer product. The case, which has captivated public attention, centered around the company’s alkaline water, which was marketed as a healthy beverage option. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit claimed that the water caused a range of health issues, most notably non-viral hepatitis that … Read more

Miriam Fresco Agrait, Rubenstein Law Partner, Named to Key Leadership Role in Depo-Provera Lawsuit

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Miami, FL — In a significant development in the ongoing Depo-Provera litigation, Miriam Fresco Agrait, a partner at Rubenstein Law, has been appointed to a key position in the plaintiffs’ leadership team. This appointment underscores her recognized expertise in complex legal battles and showcases the trust placed in her capabilities to steer this high-profile case effectively. Depo-Provera, a contraceptive injection widely used across the globe, has come under legal scrutiny due to alleged side effects that have impacted many women’s health. The litigation seeks to address these concerns by holding Pfizer, the pharmaceutical giant behind … Read more

$30.5 Million Verdict: Kern County Loses Major Lawsuit After Officer-Involved Shooting Shocks Mojave Family

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Bakersfield, CA — In a significant legal decision, a federal jury in California awarded $30.5 million to a family from Mojave, after finding Kern County and two sheriff’s deputies responsible for the wrongful death of their family member and violation of civil rights. The verdict stems from a 2017 incident in which a man was fatally shot by law enforcement in his home. The confrontation began when deputies responded to a late-night call regarding a domestic disturbance at the residence of the deceased. According to court documents, upon their arrival, one of the deputies fired … Read more