Lawsuit

Legal Free Speech Advocates Take on Defense of Iowa Pollster in Presidential Lawsuit

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DES MOINES, Iowa — A prominent legal organization advocating for free speech rights has stepped forward to defend Ann Selzer, a well-respected Iowa pollster, against a defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump. The lawsuit centers on a poll conducted by Selzer & Co. that was unfavorably received by Trump before the 2020 Iowa caucuses. Trump’s legal complaint alleges that the poll, which was published by the Des Moines Register in late January 2020, damaged his reputation by underrepresenting his support among likely Republican caucus-goers. The poll notably placed Trump well ahead of his … Read more

Landmark Trial Begins as Parkinson’s Sufferers Allege Harm from Weedkiller Paraquat in Mass Tort Lawsuit

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In recent years, numerous lawsuits have emerged linking the herbicide paraquat to Parkinson’s disease, sparking a wave of legal battles against manufacturers such as Syngenta and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. These companies are facing allegations that exposure to paraquat has led to the development of the neurological disorder among agricultural workers and others. Parkinson’s disease, a progressive nervous system disorder, affects movement and can cause tremors, stiffness, and difficulties with balance and coordination. Legal claims assert that manufacturers failed to warn users about the risks associated with paraquat exposure, which has been banned in several countries, … Read more

Industry Giant Southern Glazer’s Faces FTC Lawsuit Over Alleged Price Discrimination

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The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched a legal battle against Southern Glazer’s Wine and Spirits, a major U.S. distributor, citing alleged violations of the Robinson-Patman Act. The agency accuses the company of engaging in discriminatory pricing practices that purportedly favor large chain retailers over smaller, independent outlets by offering the former more attractive discounts and rebates. As a powerhouse in the distribution of alcoholic beverages, Southern Glazer’s handles products for prominent brands such as Pernod Ricard, Bacardi, Diageo, and Suntory Global Spirits. In 2023 alone, the company reported a staggering $26 billion in revenue, … Read more

California Judge Likely to Reduce $71.5 Million Award in OMG Girlz Copyright Lawsuit Against Doll Maker MGA Entertainment

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Los Angeles — A federal judge in California has indicated plans to reduce the damages from $71.5 million to $17.9 million in a legal battle involving former pop group OMG Girlz and toy giant MGA Entertainment Inc. The modification concerns the punitive damages previously awarded over allegations that MGA unlawfully copied the group’s distinctive style in their L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. Doll line. The case, presided over by Judge James V. Selna of the US District Court for the Central District of California, originally concluded in September with the jury favoring the OMG Girlz. The group, … Read more