Lawsuit Challenges EPA’s Controversial Decision to Allow Radioactive Material in Road Construction

WASHINGTON — A lawsuit was filed against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) by the Center for Biological Diversity concerning the agency’s recent approval for the utilization of phosphogypsum in road construction. This decision aligns with a pilot project by Mosaic at its New Wales facility in Mulberry, Florida. Phosphogypsum, a radioactive waste byproduct from phosphate fertilizer production, contains uranium and radium, substances known to increase cancer risks and genetic damage. Historically, the EPA has banned the use of phosphogypsum in road construction due to its hazardous nature. However, this new approval marks a potential shift … Read more

Lawsuit Challenges Governor Jeff Landry’s Tax Amendment, Claiming Misleading Ballot Language and Constitutional Violations

NEW ORLEANS — A legal challenge claims the wording used to present Governor Jeff Landry’s tax amendment proposal on the upcoming March ballot is unconstitutional. The lawsuit alleges the summary of the amendment is misleading, without fully disclosing its implications, which could affect voters’ understanding and decision-making. The tax amendment in question arose from a two-week special legislative session in October, which led to sweeping changes in Louisiana’s tax code. Over 100 pages were revised, all requiring public approval via constitutional amendment. The proposition on the ballot attempts to condense these extensive revisions into a … Read more

Newmont Corporation Faces Class Action Lawsuit over Alleged Securities Fraud; Investors Urged to Join Legal Battle

New York-based law firm Levi & Korsinsky, LLP, has announced it is spearheading a class action lawsuit targeting Newmont Corporation on behalf of its investors. The litigation seeks to address claims of financial losses attributed to alleged securities fraud that reportedly occurred between February 22, 2024, and October 23, 2024. Newmont Corporation, listed under NYSE: NEM, is currently under scrutiny after significant operational reports negatively impacted its stock pricing. The class action lawsuit revolves around a critical press release issued by Newmont on October 23, 2024. The release outlined a less than favorable earnings report … Read more

Newmont Corporation Investors Urged to Join Securities Fraud Lawsuit Following Stock Plunge; Levi & Korsinsky Lead Charge Before April Deadline

New York, NY – A class action lawsuit has been initiated by Levi & Korsinsky, LLP against Newmont Corporation, a prominent player in the mining sector, alleging securities fraud damaging to investors. The legal challenge, aimed at addressing financial losses faced by Newmont’s stakeholders, covers a period from February 22, 2024, to October 23, 2024. The complexities of the lawsuit surface following a significant announcement by Newmont on October 23, 2024, where the company reported disappointing financial results for the third quarter of the year. Alongside lower-than-expected earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization (EBITDA), … Read more