Sarah Palin Loses Defamation Lawsuit Against Major Newspaper Over Editorial Error

NEW YORK — A recent court ruling has confirmed that former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin was not defamed by The New York Times in a 2017 editorial error she claimed had harmed her reputation. The decision, made by a jury after a two-hour deliberation, aligns with a previous court ruling from last year on the matter, despite being overturned on appeal. Sarah Palin, who has been a notable figure in American politics, especially since her 2008 vice-presidential nomination, filed the defamation lawsuit against the publication, alleging significant damage to her public standing and personal well-being. … Read more

$30.5 Million Verdict: Kern County Loses Major Lawsuit After Officer-Involved Shooting Shocks Mojave Family

Bakersfield, CA — In a significant legal decision, a federal jury in California awarded $30.5 million to a family from Mojave, after finding Kern County and two sheriff’s deputies responsible for the wrongful death of their family member and violation of civil rights. The verdict stems from a 2017 incident in which a man was fatally shot by law enforcement in his home. The confrontation began when deputies responded to a late-night call regarding a domestic disturbance at the residence of the deceased. According to court documents, upon their arrival, one of the deputies fired … Read more

Pepperdine University Loses Bid to Halt Netflix’s Release of ‘Running Point’ Over Trademark Claims

A federal judge has declined Pepperdine University’s request for a temporary restraining order that would have prevented Netflix from releasing certain parts of its new series “Running Point.” This series, according to the university’s claims, improperly mimics the trademarks of its basketball team. The ruling means Netflix can proceed with the scheduled release of the sports comedy series tomorrow. The dispute began when Pepperdine University lodged a lawsuit against Netflix and Warner Bros. Discovery last Thursday, alleging trademark infringement. The university contends that the fictional NBA team featured in “Running Point” closely mirrors the distinct … Read more

West Virginia Doctor Convicted for Illegally Prescribing Controlled Substances, Loses Medical License and Clinic

Chapmanville, WV — Brian McDevitt, a 61-year-old doctor from Chapmanville, was convicted by a federal jury on charges related to the illegal distribution of controlled substances, concluding a four-day trial. McDevitt, who operated as a sole provider at the Chapmanville Medical Clinic, now faces the loss of his medical license and forfeiture of his clinic. During the trial, it was revealed that McDevitt had prescribed medications such as hydrocodone and alprazolam on dates including May 17 and March 29 of the years 2022 and 2024, respectively. These prescriptions were deemed to have been issued outside … Read more