Reclaim

Judge Dismisses Cuomo’s Bid to Reclaim Public Favor Amid Controversy

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A New York judge has dismissed former Governor Andrew Cuomo’s initiative to clear his reputation following allegations of sexual misconduct. The ruling undermines Cuomo’s efforts to establish a more favorable public image amid ongoing scrutiny from multiple fronts. In a courtroom decision, Judge Jennifer Schecter opted not to grant Cuomo’s request to have a legal case closed that accused him of engaging in sexual harassment. This legal challenge stemmed from a series of claims made by several women, which led to his resignation from office in August 2021. Cuomo had hoped that this action could … Read more

Oregon Takes a Bold Step: New Bill Empowering Tribes to Reclaim Jurisdiction on Tribal Lands Signed into Law

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Salem, Oregon — A new law aimed at simplifying jurisdictional complexities in Oregon’s Indian Country has been signed by Governor Tina Kotek. The legislation, which garnered unanimous support in both chambers of the state Legislature, was enacted on May 22 and will establish a formal process for tribal nations to request changes to state jurisdiction on their lands. The law specifically addresses the implications of Public Law 83-280, enacted in 1953, which allowed certain states, including Oregon, to claim jurisdiction over tribal lands. This has complicated criminal and civil matters, as jurisdiction often varies based … Read more

U.S. Court Rejects Former Rosneft CEO’s Attempt to Reclaim Confiscated Yacht

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A U.S. court has rejected a request by the former head of Russian state oil giant Rosneft, Igor Sechin, to reclaim a luxury yacht that had been seized as part of international sanctions. The vessel, known as the Amore Vero, was confiscated in France earlier this year. Sechin, who has close ties to Russian President Vladimir Putin, is on the European Union’s sanctions list, a measure prompted by Russia’s military actions in Ukraine. The seizing of assets belonging to individuals on this list aims at exerting economic pressure on Russia to halt its aggressive maneuvers. … Read more

Federal Appeals Court Denies Startup’s Bid to Reclaim $18.3 Million Jury Award from TransUnion

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In a significant legal showdown, a U.S. appeals court has recently upheld its earlier stance, electing not to revisit a decision that nixed an $18.3 million jury award. This award had originally been granted to a burgeoning tech startup in its claim against credit reporting giant TransUnion LLC. The case stemmed from allegations made by the startup which accused TransUnion of engaging in practices that they claimed unfairly inhibited their ability to compete in the marketplace. Central to the dispute was the handling and use of consumer credit data by TransUnion, a subject of increasing … Read more