Operators

Texas Food Truck Operators Celebrate New Laws Aimed at Boosting Business, But Safety Concerns Rise

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Longview, Texas—Food truck operators in Longview are optimistic about two new state laws aimed at reducing regulatory burdens, believing these changes will foster business growth. However, city officials express concerns regarding potential impacts on customer safety due to the shift in oversight. In the recent legislative session, Texas lawmakers passed House Bill 2844, also referred to as the Food Truck Freedom Bill. This law transfers the responsibility of permitting, regulation, and inspection of food trucks from local municipalities to the Texas Department of State Health Services. Starting in July 2026, food truck vendors will be … Read more

New York Cannabis Farmers Sue State, Claiming Market Regulations Favor Illegal Operators Over Small Growers

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Syracuse, N.Y. – A coalition of New York cannabis farmers has initiated legal proceedings against the state’s Office of Cannabis Management and the Cannabis Control Board, alleging that the current regulatory framework has grossly disadvantaged local growers, leaving them to contend with severe financial hardships. This lawsuit, lodged in Onondaga County Court, underscores the growers’ claims that state officials have disregarded laws designed to safeguard smaller agricultural operations in the burgeoning market. Represented by the Cannabis Farmers Alliance, approximately 120 farmers across the state, including around 25 from Western New York, attest that the rollout … Read more

Uber Agrees to Landmark $178.3 Million Settlement in Australian Lawsuit, Ending Taxi Operators’ Battle

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Melbourne, Australia – Uber has reached a settlement in Australia, agreeing to pay A$271.8 million ($178.3 million) to resolve a lawsuit brought by taxi operators and drivers. The lawsuit alleged that these individuals suffered financial losses when Uber entered the Australian market. The class action lawsuit, initiated by Maurice Blackburn Lawyers in 2019, was filed on behalf of over 8,000 taxi and hire car owners and drivers. Uber faced significant resistance throughout the legal proceedings, with the law firm stating that the company fought vigorously against the claims. An Uber spokesperson responded to the settlement … Read more

Secretive Virginia Vice: Grand Jury Indicts Suspected Brothel Network Operators

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FAIRFAX, Virginia – A grand jury has indicted the operators of an alleged brothel network in Fairfax, Virginia. The indictment comes as authorities crack down on illegal activities in the area. The alleged brothel network is said to have operated across several locations in Fairfax. The operators have been charged with multiple counts, including money laundering, conspiracy, and maintaining a bawdy place. The indictment is the result of a lengthy investigation by law enforcement agencies looking into illicit activities in the region. The probe revealed that the alleged brothels were disguised as massage parlors and … Read more