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Musk’s X Corp Reaches Settlement in Trademark Dispute Over ‘X’ Branding with Ad Agency

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San Francisco, California — X Corp, the parent company of the social media platform known as X, has reached a settlement with a mass-tort advertising agency regarding a trademark dispute over the use of the letter “X.” The legal conflict centered on the agency’s claim that it held rights to the trademark, which includes a range of services in the advertising domain. The settlement provides a resolution after months of legal back-and-forth. The agency, which has been active in promoting legal services, initially filed the lawsuit alleging that its established use of “X” in connection … Read more

New Mexico State University Reaches $1 Million Settlement in Sexual Assault Lawsuit, Mandates Consent Training for Students

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LAS CRUCES, N.M. — A student’s lawsuit against New Mexico State University, claiming sexual assault in 2022, has reached a resolution with the university agreeing to a $1 million settlement. This decision, made by the NMSU Board of Regents, prevents the case from going to trial. The lawsuit contended that the university failed to take necessary steps to avert the assault, allowing the accused student to continue attending classes while delaying an investigation into the allegations. The plaintiff argued that the university’s inaction not only compounded her trauma but also jeopardized the safety of other … Read more

Vail Reaches Resolution with Artist Danielle SeeWalker in Landmark Free-Speech Dispute

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VAIL, Colo. — The city reached a settlement with artist Danielle SeeWalker, concluding a legal dispute that centered on free speech rights. The case raised important questions about artistic expression in public spaces and how municipalities regulate it. SeeWalker, who is known for her advocacy work and distinctive artistic style, faced challenges earlier this year when the city halted her public art contributions. The intervention followed complaints regarding the content of her work, which the city claimed could be considered inappropriate for their intended public spaces. Her paintings, rich in cultural themes and messages, aimed … Read more

ACE Reaches Agreement with State Health Chief to Resolve Pandemic-Related Legal Dispute

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BURLINGTON, N.C. — The Agency for Cooperative Education (ACE) has come to an agreement in a lawsuit linked to pandemic-related actions involving a prominent public health official in the state. This settlement marks an important milestone as both parties aim to move forward after a contentious dispute that emerged during the unprecedented public health crisis. The lawsuit, initiated last year, stemmed from ACE’s response to the state’s public health directives amid the COVID-19 pandemic. As organizations grappled with rapidly evolving regulations, tensions rose between ACE and the state’s top health official, who argued that ACE … Read more