Probes

Washington Court Probes Reasons to Overturn $19 Million Skanska Building Verdict Amid Condo Dispute

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Washington, D.C. — A Washington appeals court is currently examining a $19 million trial verdict awarded to Skanska USA Building Inc. regarding a condominium project. In recent deliberations, a judge raised questions on whether the substantial judgment, which favored the globally recognized construction firm, should indeed be overturned. During Thursday’s session, the focus revolved primarily around the validity and proceedings of the initial trial. The judge probing the case pressed on the thoroughness with which the original facts were established and the rationale behind the jury’s hefty financial award. Skanska USA Building Inc., part of … Read more

Federal Grand Jury Probes Nonprofit Linked to O.C. Supervisor’s Funding of Senior Meals Program

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Santa Monica, Calif. – A new culinary hotspot, Bread Head, has recently opened its doors in Santa Monica, marking a fresh addition to the local dining scene. This innovative sandwich shop, founded by accomplished chefs and longtime friends Alex Williams and Jordan Snyder, specializes in custom focaccia sandwiches crafted with locally sourced ingredients. Starting as a series of popular pop-ups, the pair’s sandwich creations quickly gained a following, encouraging their transition to a permanent location. Bread Head, which debuted in June, has already set its sights on expansion, with plans for a second location in … Read more

Top Legal Adviser to NYC Mayor Resigns Amid Sweeping Federal Probes Into Administration

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New York, NY — In a sudden move over the weekend, New York City Mayor Eric Adams’ chief legal advisor, Lisa Zornberg, resigned, marking the latest shakeup amidst ongoing federal probes into the administration. Zornberg, who has been instrumental in crafting legal strategies for the city and handling inquiries from journalists, stepped down from her role after serving more than a year. In her resignation letter, Zornberg expressed her gratitude for the chance to serve the city but highlighted her inability to effectively continue in her role. Her resignation came unexpectedly Saturday night and follows … Read more

EU Launches Landmark Probes into Apple, Alphabet, and Meta under New Digital Markets Act

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BRUSSELS – The European Union has launched investigations into tech giants Apple, Alphabet, and Meta under a groundbreaking new law aimed at curbing their market dominance. The European Commission announced on Monday that it will probe whether Apple and Alphabet have unfairly favored their own app stores, as well as Meta’s use of personal data for advertising. These investigations mark the first application of the Digital Markets Act (DMA), which came into effect earlier this month to address the influence of large online platforms. If found in violation, the companies could face substantial fines of … Read more