Lawsuit

Settlement Reached: HGTV Stars and Arkansas Couple Resolve Home Repair Lawsuit Days Before Trial

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BENTON COUNTY, Ark. — After nearly two years of legal disputes, a settlement has been reached in a lawsuit involving Dave Marrs, one of the stars of HGTV’s “Fixer to Fabulous,” along with his wife, Jenny. The lawsuit was filed against Marrs’ two companies, Jupiter Rentals and Marrs Construction, by Matthew and Sarah McGrath, a couple from Bella Vista. This resolution comes just a few days before the case was set to go to trial on January 27. The legal conflict began when the McGraths alleged that Marrs Construction and Jupiter Rentals had failed to … Read more

Kent Secures Safer Future for Residents with Settlement in Landmark Apartment Complex Lawsuit

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Kent, Wash. — A nearly two-year dispute between the city of Kent and the owners of the Phoenix Court Apartments has concluded with a settlement aimed at addressing ongoing safety concerns at the complex. The lawsuit, initiated on August 15, 2023, arose after authorities claimed the site had become a persistent source of crime and public nuisance, attracting police responses on numerous occasions for incidents ranging from shootings to arson. The settlement agreement, finalized on January 9, 2025, ensures that recent improvements in security will be sustained and further measures to preempt criminal activities will … Read more

Oklahoma State Superintendent Challenges Court’s Decision in Ongoing Defamation Lawsuit

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TULSA COUNTY, OKLA. — In a recent legal development, State Superintendent Ryan Walters is challenging the decision of a Tulsa County court to proceed with a defamation lawsuit filed against him by Bixby Superintendent Rob Miller. This legal contention follows allegations from Miller, accusing Walters of making harmful and slanderous remarks during a press conference held on July 31. The lawsuit, initiated in August 2024, centers around statements Walters allegedly made, which Miller’s legal team argue were deliberately damaging to Miller’s reputation. Following the filing, Walters sought to have the lawsuit dismissed; however, the judge … Read more

Judge Dismisses $40M Lawsuit in Richmond Diamond District Development Dispute, Opening Door for Amended Claim

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Richmond, Va. — A Richmond Circuit Court judge has dismissed a $40 million lawsuit brought by developer Republic Properties against its former partners in the Diamond District project, a sprawling development initiative in Richmond. While the suit has been rejected, the legal skirmish could see new life as the plaintiff considers adjustments to their complaint. The legal action arises from a partnership dispute over the 67-acre, ballpark-centered urban development bordered by Arthur Ashe Boulevard, Hermitage Road, the interstate, and railway tracks. Republic, a D.C.-based firm, originally assembled a group named RVA Diamond Partners LLC, including … Read more