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$8.5 Million Settlement for Family of Man Fatally Struck by Drug-Impaired Dump Truck Operator at St. Paul Construction Site

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St. Paul, Minn. — In a tragic incident in downtown St. Paul, a construction worker lost his life after being struck by a dump truck, leading to significant legal and financial repercussions for the company involved. The victim, 61-year-old Pete M. Davis of Stillwater, who had recently retired from a long career in public utility service to work in the private sector, died on the scene on September 28, 2022, under circumstances that have drawn intense scrutiny and resulted in an $8.5 million settlement. Davis was fatally injured at a construction site operated by SGP … Read more

Granbury Residents Sue Bitcoin Mining Operator Over Excessive Noise Disruptions

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Granbury, Texas — A recent lawsuit has initiated a storm of debate in the small town of Granbury, as residents have taken legal action against a local bitcoin mining operation, citing severe noise pollution. The case highlights a growing conflict between the cryptocurrency industry and residential communities over the environmental and social impact of these high-tech ventures. The lawsuit, filed by a group of homeowners, alleges that the noise generated by the bitcoin mining facility, which operates 24/7, has significantly diminished their quality of life and property values. Residents describe the sound as a constant, … Read more

Long-Term Care Operator Petersen Health Care Plans to Sell Facilities Amid Bankruptcy Challenge

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Peoria, Illinois – Long-term care operator Petersen Health Care has announced plans to sell off portions of its facilities after filing for Chapter 11 bankruptcy. The company, which currently operates almost 100 senior care facilities in the rural Midwest, is burdened with nearly $300 million in debt, including millions of dollars owed in loans that resulted in eight Petersen-run facilities in Illinois being placed in receivership. To aid in its restructuring efforts, Petersen secured a $45 million bankruptcy loan with the goal of maintaining operations to preserve the value of its facilities and generate additional … Read more

Jury Awards Fast Food Operator Over $30 Million in Lawsuit Against Major Popeyes Franchisee

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Dallas, Texas – A Dallas County jury has awarded over $30 million in damages to a fast food operator who claimed he was defrauded by a major Popeyes franchisee. Scott Stockton, a 73-year-old seasoned operator, worked for a subsidiary of Dallas-based Sun Holdings Inc. and owner Guillermo Perales. Stockton managed up to 150 Popeyes restaurants over a 17-year career with the company. The lawsuit, filed in 2019, alleged that Perales asked Stockton to defer his 5% annual profit share in exchange for an interest in the larger company. However, when Stockton retired in 2018, Perales … Read more