Lawsuit

Lexington Man Awarded $1.5 Million in Landmark Lawsuit Against Walmart After Chair Collapse Injury

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — A Fayette County jury has awarded a $1.5 million verdict to a 59-year-old man who sustained injuries at a Walmart in Lexington in 2021. The case has drawn attention due to the significant damages awarded and the unusual circumstances surrounding the incident. The man declined an initial settlement offer of $215,000 prior to the trial, opting instead to pursue justice in court. The incident occurred on June 27, 2021, when he was seated in a plastic chair in the outdoor area of the Walmart on Grey Lag Way. The chair collapsed, causing … Read more

Judge Dismisses Co-Author Claim in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ Lawsuit, Leaves Room for Copyright Infringement Case

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NEW YORK — A federal judge has dismissed part of a lawsuit involving a writer’s claim to co-authorship of the screenplay for “Top Gun: Maverick,” a major Hollywood release. The case, initiated by Shaun Gray, contended that he significantly contributed to the film’s script and sought recognition and financial compensation as a result. U.S. District Judge Jed Rakoff ruled on Wednesday that Gray would not be recognized as a joint author of the screenplay, which could have entitled him to a share of the blockbuster’s profits. However, the court left the possibility open for Gray … Read more

Investors with Losses in Easterly ROCMuni Fund Urged to Join Class Action Lawsuit Before September Deadline

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SAN DIEGO — A class action lawsuit has been filed involving the Easterly ROCMuni High Income Municipal Bond Fund, which was previously known as the Principal Street High Income Municipal Fund. Investors who purchased shares of this fund between May 5, 2023, and June 12, 2025, can apply to be lead plaintiffs in the case until September 22, 2025. The suit, titled Victorson v. James Alpha Funds Trust d/b/a Easterly Funds Trust, alleges violations of the Securities Exchange Act of 1933 by the fund, as well as its investment adviser, Easterly Investment Partners LLC, and … Read more

Immigrants’ Rights Advocates Launch Class-Action Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over Bond Eligibility Policy

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RIVERSIDE, Calif. – A class-action lawsuit has been initiated by advocates for immigrant rights against the Trump administration, contesting a recently implemented policy that halts bond eligibility for immigrants in detention. The American Civil Liberties Union (ACLU) of Southern California announced the legal challenge on July 28. The policy, enacted by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) on July 8, prohibits detained immigrants from seeking bond, which is a financial arrangement that allows individuals to secure their release while awaiting immigration hearings. Advocates argue that this change affects countless immigrants, regardless of how long they … Read more