Reform

Former Jail Commander Faces Lawsuit from 18 Victims Seeking Justice and Reform Over Invasive Strip-Search Practices

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DURANGO, Colo. — Eighteen women have filed a class-action lawsuit against a former commander of the La Plata County Jail, alleging that he exploited his position to view sensitive strip-search videos of female inmates over a nearly five-year period. The lawsuit names Edward Aber, along with Sheriff Sean Smith and two jail deputies, as defendants in the case. The legal action follows a similar complaint filed last month on behalf of three victims, marking an escalation in the allegations against Aber. According to court documents, Aber accessed the strip-search videos at least 3,166 times through … Read more

Johnson & Johnson’s Talc Bankruptcy Ruling Sparks Controversy in Tort Reform Debate

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Johnson & Johnson faced a significant legal defeat as a bankruptcy court rejected the company’s proposal to resolve thousands of claims related to its talc-based products. This ruling comes amidst increasing scrutiny over corporate strategies to limit liability through bankruptcy processes. The decision has implications for ongoing litigation involving allegations that the products contain asbestos, leading to severe health issues, including cancer. In its attempt to manage litigation costs, Johnson & Johnson had sought protection under bankruptcy laws. The company’s strategy aimed to create a subsidiary to absorb the lawsuits while allowing its primary operations … Read more

Johnson & Johnson Faces Major Setback as Talc Bankruptcy Ruling Raises Questions on Tort Reform

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Trenton, New Jersey — Johnson & Johnson has faced a significant setback in its legal battles involving talc-based products, following a bankruptcy ruling that may reshape the landscape for tort cases in the United States. The company, challenged by thousands of lawsuits claiming its talc products caused cancer, has been navigating complex legal terrain for several years. A recent bankruptcy court decision handed Johnson & Johnson a notable defeat, as judges ruled against the company’s attempt to shield itself from accountability by reorganizing in bankruptcy. The ruling is seen as a pivotal moment not only … Read more

Colorado Advocates Launch Urgent Petition to Reform Competency Laws Amid Rising Public Safety Concerns

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DENVER — A growing movement in Colorado is calling for significant changes to state laws regarding mental competency in criminal cases. The Colorado Parents Advocacy Network has initiated a petition aimed at urging district attorneys to persuade the governor to convene an emergency special session for potential amendments or repeals of these laws. This push comes in the wake of several high-profile cases where charges were dismissed against offenders, including those accused of serious crimes such as murder and kidnapping, due to determinations of incompetency to stand trial. Currently, Colorado law mandates that charges must … Read more