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Minnesota Prepares for Major Legal Changes: New Laws on Student Loans, Employment Testing, and Election Policies Set to Take Effect August 1

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Minneapolis, MN — A slew of new regulations, ranging from augmented student loan protections to refined election laws, will become effective in Minnesota this Tuesday, ushering in broad changes across various sectors that could impact residents statewide. Among the key provisions are enhanced disclosure requirements for student loan servicers, restrictions on marketing vapor products to minors, and increased penalties for straw purchases of firearms. One notable law aims to foster transparency in student lending. Loan servicers will now be required to provide detailed disclosures to borrowers enrolled in income-driven repayment plans, a move that advocates … Read more

New Indiana Court of Appeals Vacancy Announced as Judge Terry Crone Prepares for Retirement

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Indianapolis, Indiana – The Indiana Judicial Nominating Commission will soon begin accepting applications for a new vacancy on the Indiana Court of Appeals. Following the retirement of Judge Patricia Riley this summer, Judge Terry Crone has announced his plans to retire this fall. Both judges have dedicated nearly 100 years to the legal profession, and their departures create the need for qualified successors. In order to maintain regional representation, the new judge must come from the 20 counties in northern Indiana, just like Crone and Riley. The Indiana Supreme Court expressed its gratitude for their … Read more

Jury Prepares to Decide Fate of Parody Twitter Fiasco Between Feuding Eviction Lawyers

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LOS ANGELES – A legal battle between two eviction lawyers over a parody Twitter account has now reached the jury stage. The dispute, which centers on a fictional account impersonating a prominent Los Angeles law firm, has attracted significant attention in recent months. The case revolves around the parody Twitter handle, which uses the name of a recognized eviction attorney and pokes fun at their profession. The defendant in the lawsuit, a fellow eviction lawyer, stands accused of defamation for creating and maintaining the account. During the trial, the plaintiff argued that the parody account … Read more

Coinbase’s Fate Hangs in the Balance as Judge Prepares to Decide SEC Lawsuit

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NEW YORK – The judge overseeing the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase is expected to make a decision within the next three months, according to a Citigroup analyst. Judge Katherine Polk Failla heard arguments from both sides earlier this week but stated that she would not make an immediate ruling. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for Coinbase and its future operations. Citigroup analyst Peter Christiansen provided a legal analysis of the situation, acknowledging that the dispute is unlikely to be resolved quickly through motions alone. He … Read more