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Lawyer Sparks Online Debate After Refusing to Assign Tasks to Eager Intern

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On the social media platform X, a lawyer, known by the handle @BarkusMaximus, recently ignited an online debate with a post stating he purposefully withholds work from his intern, who inquires daily about potential tasks. The lawyer’s lighthearted comment suggested he might assign work on a late Friday, testing the intern’s persistence and patience. The statement quickly captured the attention of other users and sparked widespread discussion about the treatment of interns in the workplace. The controversy escalated when @BarkusMaximus elaborated on his rationale in a subsequent post. He outlined several reasons for his decision: … Read more

Lorain Hospital Sues Police, Alleges Retaliation After Refusing Forced Medical Procedure on Suspect

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Lorain, Ohio – A controversy is unfolding as Lorain’s sole hospital, Mercy Health, has initiated a federal lawsuit against the local police department, alleging discriminatory and retaliatory behavior following a medical ethics dispute. The litigation, filed in the Northern District of Ohio, reveals a profound conflict between law enforcement demands and medical ethics. The conflict arose on Aug. 10, 2024, when police suspected an individual of concealing drugs and requested hospital staff perform a cavity search. Mercy Health personnel, upon failing to identify any contraband through CT scans, declined to conduct the invasive procedure without … Read more

Syracuse Judge Faces Backlash for Refusing to Marry Same-Sex Couple, Sparking Calls for Resignation and Judicial Review

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SYRACUSE, N.Y. — In a controversial break from expected judicial conduct, Syracuse City Court Judge Felicia Pitts Davis is facing scrutiny for her refusal to officiate a same-sex wedding, igniting conversations about the role of personal beliefs in the performance of official duties. The rejection occurred when Shawntay Davis and Niccora Davis approached her for a civil marriage ceremony on November 16. Witnesses reported that prior to encountering the same-sex couple, Judge Pitts Davis appeared emotionally moved during a ceremony for an opposite-sex couple. However, upon the arrival of Shawntay and Niccora Davis, she unexpectedly … Read more

Jury Awards $12 Million to Michigan Woman Fired for Refusing COVID-19 Vaccine on Religious Grounds

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Detroit, MI – A federal jury in Detroit has ruled in favor of a former employee of Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan, awarding her over $12 million on Friday after she was terminated for refusing to comply with the company’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate. The woman claimed her dismissal was due to religious discrimination. Lisa Domski, a former IT specialist who had been with the company for over three decades, argued that her Catholic faith prevented her from receiving the vaccine. Despite working entirely from home during the pandemic and 75% remotely before the outbreak, … Read more