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Lawsuit Against State Utility Rule Continues as Plaintiffs Shift Focus to City of Gainesville

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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. (AP) – A lawsuit challenging a new state law that restructured the municipal utility in the Gainesville area is moving forward, despite the dismissal of Gov. Ron DeSantis as a defendant last month. The group Gainesville Residents United and six individual plaintiffs are now seeking to include the city of Gainesville as a defendant in the case. The law, which was passed during the previous legislative session, established the Gainesville Regional Utilities Authority as a replacement for the longstanding Gainesville Regional Utilities agency. Under the new law, the governor has the power to … Read more

Roundup Plaintiffs Secure $3.5 Million Verdict as Jury Sends a Strong Message to Monsanto and Nouryon

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – In a recent trial, Roundup plaintiffs achieved yet another victory, as a Philadelphia jury awarded a $3.5 million verdict. The jury found both Monsanto and Pennsylvania-based chemical manufacturer Nouryon responsible for the harm caused by Roundup. Specifically, the jury awarded $500,000 in compensatory damages against Monsanto and Nouryon and $3 million in punitive damages against Monsanto. This verdict marks the fifth consecutive trial win for Roundup plaintiffs within the past month and a half. Plaintiff Kelly Martel claimed to have developed non-Hodgkin lymphoma as a result of her exposure to Roundup, a … Read more

Understanding Pennsylvania’s Wrongful Death Laws: A Guide for Potential Plaintiffs

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Philadelphia, PA – Filing a lawsuit in Pennsylvania can be a complex process, especially for those without a solid grasp of the legal system. To navigate the intricacies of wrongful death cases, it is essential to understand the state’s laws and regulations. Philadelphia is home to a multitude of experienced wrongful death lawyers who have dedicated over a decade of practice to honing their skills in this area of law. While this guide cannot transform readers into overnight legal experts, it aims to provide enough knowledge to make informed decisions when choosing a lawyer specialized … Read more

Defendant Responds to Bonfire Explosion Lawsuit: Denies Most Allegations, Leaving Plaintiff’s Case in Question

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MAPLE GROVE, Wisconsin — The first defendant in the lawsuit filed after a bonfire explosion in Shawano County has responded to the allegations, denying all but one of them. Tyler Frisch, in his response to the complaint, admitted to being asked to assist with moving a container of fuel near the bonfire. However, he stated that he lacked the knowledge or information to form a belief on the remaining allegations. Frisch and his insurance company are requesting that the case be dismissed or proceed to a jury trial. The responses filed by Frisch also included … Read more