Lawsuit

Former Mayor Rudy Giuliani Hit with $148 Million Verdict in Defamation Lawsuit Over False Election Claims

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal jury in Washington awarded $148 million in damages on Friday to two former Georgia election workers who sued Rudy Giuliani for defamation over false claims he made about them in 2020. The lies spread by Giuliani led to racist threats and harassment against the two women. The jury deliberated for about 10 hours before reaching their verdict. Wandrea “Shaye” Moss and her mother, Ruby Freeman, testified emotionally during the trial, describing the devastating impact of the conspiracy theory pushed by Giuliani and other Republicans. The jury awarded each woman roughly … Read more

Challenging the Status Quo: Lawsuit Seeks to Expand Legal Advice Beyond Lawyers in North Carolina

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RALEIGH, N.C. – A recent lawsuit in North Carolina seeks to challenge the current regulation that restricts legal advice solely to licensed attorneys. The case aims to broaden the provision of legal advice to non-lawyers, potentially changing the landscape of legal services in the state. Currently, North Carolina law prohibits anyone other than licensed attorneys from providing legal advice. This means that individuals seeking guidance on legal matters must consult with a lawyer, even for basic questions or simple procedures. The lawsuit argues that this restriction limits access to legal information and assistance for many … Read more

Former Georgia Election Workers Awarded $148 Million in Damages in Defamation Lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani

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Atlanta, Georgia – A jury has awarded $148 million in damages to two former Georgia election workers in a defamation case against Rudy Giuliani. The workers, Ruby Freeman and Shaye Moss, sued Giuliani after he spread false statements about them in the aftermath of the 2020 presidential election. These lies led to a barrage of harassment and threats against the two women. Giuliani, the personal lawyer of former President Donald Trump, was already found liable of defamation in the case. The jury had to determine the amount Giuliani would pay in damages. After deliberating for … Read more

Did You Use Verizon Wireless? Find Out If You’re Eligible for Money from the Class Action Lawsuit Settlement

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Denver, Colorado – Verizon Wireless customers in 20 states may be eligible for a share of a class-action lawsuit settlement worth $202 million. The settlement is the result of a lawsuit filed against the wireless provider for unauthorized charges on customers’ bills. If you are a Verizon Wireless customer and believe you might be owed money, here’s what you need to know. The lawsuit alleged that Verizon Wireless engaged in a practice known as “cramming,” where they added third-party charges to customers’ bills without their consent. These charges were often for premium text message services, … Read more