Lawsuit

Coffee Shop Owner Triumphs in Free Speech Lawsuit Against Boise State Administrators, Awarded $4 Million in Damages

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BOISE, Idaho — In a significant legal victory, Sarah Jo Fendley, the former owner of Big City Coffee, won a lawsuit against two senior Boise State University administrators for infringing on her First Amendment rights. The jury decision issued late Friday awarded Fendley $4 million in damages, concluding a nine-day trial that spotlighted the intersection of free speech and campus politics. The case originated from an incident in 2020, when Fendley alleged that her support for law enforcement led to the forced closure of her coffee shop’s campus location. The controversy centered on her public … Read more

Jury Awards $4 Million to Boise Coffee Shop Owner in First Amendment Lawsuit Against University Administrators

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BOISE, Idaho — In a legal conclusion that caps off a highly publicized three-week trial, Big City Coffee won a significant victory against Boise State University administrators, securing a $3 million award for alleged violations of First Amendment rights. The controversy stemmed from the coffee shop’s display of a law enforcement support sticker, which ignited campus activism and public debate. In August 2021, Sarah Fendley, the owner of Big City Coffee, initiated a $10 million lawsuit targeting Leslie Webb, the former vice president for student affairs, and Alicia Estey, chief financial and operating officer at … Read more

Victory on Two Fronts: U.S. Paracyclist Triumphs in Antitrust Lawsuit

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Washington – In a landmark victory, a notable U.S. paracyclist has emerged triumphant in a legal battle involving allegations of antitrust violations against a major athletic organization. The lawsuit, brought forward by the cyclist, alleged unfair competition practices and restrictive policies implemented by the governing body, which were claimed to significantly limit opportunities for paracyclists. Such actions included stringent qualification criteria and limited race entries that the plaintiff argued were designed to monopolize control over the sport and suppress athlete advancement and participation. The court ruled in favor of the cyclist, highlighting that the governing … Read more

Florida AG Defends Adult Entertainment Age Restrictions Amid Free Speech Lawsuit

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Tallahassee, FL — In a significant legal tussle, the Florida Attorney General’s Office is requesting a federal judge to dismiss a lawsuit challenging a new state law that bars individuals under 21 from performing in adult entertainment venues. This legal push comes after several businesses and an affected worker filed suit, claiming the statute infringes on their First Amendment rights. The law, introduced as part of broader legislation aimed at combating human trafficking, was signed by Governor Ron DeSantis in May and took effect on July 1. It is now facing scrutiny not only for … Read more