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U.S. Army Vet Wins $11 Million in Lawsuit After Gun Fires Unintentionally, Raising Safety Questions About Popular Pistol Model

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Philadelphia, PA — A Philadelphia jury recently awarded an $11 million verdict to a U.S. Army veteran in a product liability case against New Hampshire-based gun manufacturer Sig Sauer. The case centered on claims that the veteran was injured when his Sig Sauer P320 model pistol discharged without a trigger pull. This incident highlights ongoing concerns around the safety of this firearm model, which has been at the center of multiple lawsuits across the country. This marks a significant outcome as it is the second instance where a jury has ruled against Sig Sauer for … Read more

Kanye West Accused of Strangling Model During Music Video Shoot, Lawsuit Claims

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Los Angeles, CA — A lawsuit has been filed accusing music and fashion mogul Kanye West of strangling a model during the filming of a music video. The legal complaint, lodged in Los Angeles Superior Court, claims the incident occurred on set, but does not specify the date or location of the alleged assault. The model, whose identity remains undisclosed for her protection, has sought to hold West accountable for what her representation describes as a “violent and unprovoked” attack. According to the lawsuit, West allegedly grabbed the plaintiff forcefully by the neck, impeding her … Read more

Model Carré Otis Wins Significant Appeal in Historic Abuse Case, Advocates for New Protections in Fashion Industry

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NEW YORK — Model Carré Otis, also known as Carré Sutton, recently announced a significant legal success in her sex abuse lawsuit against former executives of Elite Model Management. Otis shared the development on social media, stating that the United States Court of Appeals had reinstated her case, initially dismissed, under the provisions of the New York State Child Victims Act. The appeal court’s decision underscores the potential broader jurisdiction of the New York State Child Victims Act, even in cases where the alleged abuse occurred outside of New York. Otis expressed her gratitude, emphasizing … Read more

Connecticut Pioneers Paid Leave for Family Violence Victims: A Model for National Legislation?

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Hartford, CT — Connecticut, recognized for its innovative policies, first established its family violence leave law in 2010. This pioneering legislation bars employers from firing, penalizing or threatening employees who are victims of family violence or who participate in related court proceedings. The state law also mandates that employers provide paid or unpaid leave to these victims for necessary related activities during the year. Recent amendments have expanded the scope of this law to include paid leave benefits from the state under certain circumstances, such as leaves due to sexual assaults involving the employee or … Read more