Lawsuit

Stalled Lawsuit Against Birmingham Towing Firm Set to Move Forward After Months of Delays

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Birmingham, AL – A protracted legal dispute involving Big Town Towing, a Birmingham-based towing company, may soon proceed after several months of delays. The lawsuit, initiated by local residents and multiple small businesses, accuses the company of illegal towing practices and price gouging, causing widespread sentiment of injustice among community members. This case has caught the attention of consumer rights advocates across the state, underlining concerns regarding towing regulations and the enforcement of consumer protection laws. It has been noted by legal experts that cases such as this could potentially lead to more stringent regulatory … Read more

Disney Cites Disney+ Subscription in Bid to Settle Fatal Allergy Lawsuit Out of Court

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Orlando, Florida — A legal battle is unfolding as Disney claims that a Disney+ subscription agreement could prevent a widower from pursuing a lawsuit over his wife’s death, allegedly linked to a food allergy incident at a Disney World restaurant. The controversy centers around a lawsuit filed by the family of a woman who died after reportedly suffering an allergic reaction to food served at one of the resort’s eateries. In a novel defense, Disney is pointing to the terms of service agreed upon by subscribers of its Disney+ streaming platform, which the company argues … Read more

Local Attorney Caught in $20 Million Escrow Fraud Scandal, Faces Lawsuit

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FEDERAL WAY, Wash. — A lawsuit has been filed against Shawn Harju, a local attorney and business owner, accusing her of orchestrating a fraudulent scheme that resulted in nearly $20 million in losses for Highmore Financing Company. The allegations, detailed in a recent filing in King County Superior Court, include multiple charges ranging from breach of fiduciary duty to civil conspiracy. Harju, who practices law under Chrysalis Solutions, also owns Three Trees Yoga in Federal Way and holds the position of vice chair on the Federal Way Chamber of Commerce board of directors. These roles … Read more

Former Alabama State Senator Accused of Assaulting Incarcerated Woman, Lawsuit Claims Coercion into ‘Sex Slave’ Agreement

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Montgomery, AL — An Alabama lawyer, also a former state senator, is embroiled in a lawsuit that accuses him of gross sexual misconduct and exploitation of an incarcerated woman. Douglass “Doug” Ghee, 78, faces grave allegations including sexual assault and battery in a complaint that also names his law firm, Ghee, Draper, and Alexander. According to the lawsuit, Ghee met the 29-year-old woman in July at the Calhoun County Jail, where she was held. He allegedly manipulated his position as a public defender and exploited her vulnerability, promising legal favors in exchange for becoming his … Read more