Lawsuit

Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Against Lizzo Heads to Trial: Dancers’ Claims Remain in Controversial Case

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LOS ANGELES – Lizzo, the Grammy-winning singer known for her body positivity advocacy, is facing a sexual harassment lawsuit filed by several former backup dancers. The allegations against Lizzo were made by Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez, who accused the singer of harassment during their time on her Special tour and as contestants on “Lizzo’s Watch Out for the Big Grrls” in early 2021. In a recent ruling, Los Angeles County Superior Court Judge Marc H. Epstein dismissed some of the accusations, including a claim that Lizzo fat-shamed a dancer. However, he denied … Read more

Lawsuit Alleges Violation of Fair Elections as Former NC Supreme Court Justice Speaks Out Against New Voting Districts

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RALEIGH, N.C. – Former North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Bob Orr raised concerns over newly-drawn voting districts, claiming that they infringe upon the right to fair elections. Orr made his case against the districts during an interview on the show “Flashpoint.” The lawsuit regarding the voting districts is an attempt to rectify what some perceive as unfairness in the electoral system. Critics argue that the new districts are drawn in a way that benefits a particular political party, potentially undermining the democratic process. By challenging the constitutionality of the districts, Orr aims to shed light … Read more

Lizzo Denied Dismissal in Sexual Harassment Lawsuit; Case Moves Forward

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Los Angeles, California – Grammy-winning artist Lizzo has been denied her request to dismiss a sexual harassment lawsuit filed against her by several of her former background dancers. The ruling, made by a Los Angeles County Superior Court judge, states that the case will proceed. The lawsuit, filed on August 1, 2023, alleges abuse, harassment, discrimination, and workplace violations by Lizzo and her company, Big Grrrl Big Touring Inc. The plaintiffs, Arianna Davis, Crystal Williams, and Noelle Rodriguez, claim that they faced multiple forms of mistreatment while working for the musician. Attorney Ron Zambrano, representing … Read more

Legal Battle Looms as Birmingham City Jail Files Lawsuit Against Jefferson County Sheriff

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Birmingham, Alabama – A lawsuit has been filed against Jefferson County Sheriff Mark Pettway following a contentious situation involving the Birmingham City Jail. According to court documents, several individuals arrested by Birmingham police officers for on-sight violations were turned away from the Jefferson County Jail in October 2023. The arresting officers were informed that Sheriff Pettway had implemented a policy only accepting inmates with a warrant issued by a Jefferson County magistrate. Birmingham Mayor Randall Woodfin and Chief of Police Scott Thurmond engaged in conversations with Sheriff Pettway, ultimately confirming the restrictive policy. However, after … Read more