Marine

Ex-CEO of Iconic Ferry Service Takes Legal Action Against Hoffmann Marine Over Alleged Corporate Misconduct

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Mackinac Island, MI — A former CEO of a prominent Mackinac Island ferry service has initiated legal action against Hoffmann Marine, claiming wrongful termination and seeking damages for alleged losses. The lawsuit, filed in a local district court last Thursday, marks a significant escalation in ongoing disputes between the former executive and the maritime company. The plaintiff, whose tenure as CEO saw substantial growth for the ferry company widely used by tourists and residents to access the car-less island, alleges he was ousted from his position without valid cause. The lawsuit details accusations that his … Read more

Lawsuit Aims to Clamp Down on Seafood Imports to Protect Marine Life

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Washington, D.C. – Environmentalists and legal entities are targeting the seafood industry with a lawsuit aimed at compelling the U.S. government to implement import prohibitions on fish products associated with harmful fishing practices. The legal action underscores a broader conversation about biodiversity, the impact of fisheries on ecosystems, and international trade policies. The lawsuit alleges that the federal government has not effectively enforced regulations designed to prevent imports of seafood obtained via illegal fishing methods that threaten marine life, including the endangerment of species such as whales, turtles, and dolphins. It demands immediate government action … Read more

Marine Veteran’s Lawsuit Against Nevada State Police Moves Forward, Challenging Unjust Civil Forfeiture Laws

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RENO, Nev. – A lawsuit challenging Nevada’s civil forfeiture laws, filed by a Marine veteran whose life savings were seized during a routine traffic stop, will proceed after a judge denied the state’s motion to dismiss. The incident happened nearly three years ago when Stephen Lara was pulled over on I-80 near USA Parkway for allegedly following a semi-truck too closely. During the traffic stop, troopers confiscated a total of $87,000 in cash from Lara’s vehicle, despite not arresting him or charging him with any crime. Lara, who was on a journey to visit his … Read more