Operators

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