T.I. and Tiny Harris Prepare for Round Four in Ongoing Battle Over $71 Million Doll Infringement Lawsuit

A California jury awarded hip-hop artist T.I. and his wife, Tameka “Tiny” Harris, a staggering $71.4 million in a civil case against MGA Entertainment, the company behind the popular L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G. dolls. The couple’s pop group, the OMG Girlz, claimed MGA copied their distinctive name, hairstyles, and fashion styles for its doll line, and jurors concluded that the infringement was willful. Tiny expressed her astonishment at the ruling, stating it exceeded her expectations. Just weeks later, T.I., whose real name is Clifford Harris, announced his retirement from live performances, indicating he no longer needed … Read more

BYU Quarterback Jake Retzlaff Faces Allegations of Sexual Assault in Civil Lawsuit

PROVO, Utah – Jake Retzlaff, the starting quarterback for Brigham Young University, is facing allegations of sexual assault detailed in a civil lawsuit filed by a woman identified as Jane Doe A.G. The incident reportedly occurred at her home in November 2023. According to the suit, Retzlaff and the plaintiff began communicating on social media earlier that year. Following their interactions, the two met in person, culminating in the alleged assault. Jane Doe A.G. claims in her lawsuit that she is seeking damages for battery, assault, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Retzlaff’s attorney, Mark … Read more

Maine Fights Back: Attorney General Unveils Strong Legal Defense Against DOJ’s Title IX Lawsuit

AUGUSTA, Maine — The Maine Attorney General’s Office has responded to a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Department of Justice concerning compliance with Title IX in the state’s educational institutions. In its legal defense, Maine contends it has at least seven bases for contesting the federal government’s claims. The state’s response alludes to a recent tense exchange between President Donald Trump and Governor Janet Mills at the White House on February 21. During this encounter, Trump threatened to cut federal funding to Maine unless it adhered to his executive order from February 5, which restricts … Read more

Boulder Residents Challenge City’s Flood Mitigation Funding Plan in Controversial Lawsuit

Boulder, Colorado — A group of local residents has filed a lawsuit against the city over its plans for financing the South Boulder Creek flood mitigation project. This is the latest effort to halt the controversial proposal to construct a spillway and detention pond at the CU South site, a plan that has been under consideration for decades. The lawsuit, submitted on April 2, claims that the city is barred under Colorado’s Taxpayer Bill of Rights (TABOR) from using water utility fees to fund the project. Plaintiffs argue that these fees should be classified as … Read more