Seattle

Seattle Reaches $10 Million Settlement in Lawsuit Over George Floyd Protests

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SEATTLE, Wash. – The City of Seattle has reached a settlement in a lawsuit involving more than 50 individuals who were affected by the 2020 protests following the murder of George Floyd. City Attorney Ann Davison agreed to a $10 million settlement, bringing an end to the legal proceedings which began in September 2020. The settlement comes as a relief to the city, as it allows them to focus on the present and move forward from the turmoil of last year. Davison highlighted the financial benefits of the settlement, stating that it was the best … Read more

Seattle Implements Major Changes to Delivery Platforms, Stirring Concerns and Hope for Dashers, Merchants, and Consumers

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Seattle, Washington – Starting January 13, 2024, major changes to delivery platforms in Seattle will go into effect despite the efforts of community leaders, small business owners, and advocates. These policy changes, though well-intentioned, are expected to have adverse effects on the entire community, including Dashers, merchants, and consumers. One significant change is the implementation of new minimum pay requirements for Dashers in Seattle. Dashers will now earn a minimum of $26.40 per hour, excluding tips, which exceeds the city’s minimum wage. Additionally, Dashers will receive mileage compensation for time spent on delivery. It is … Read more

Landmark Seattle Jury Decision: $857 Million Awarded to Seven Women Affected by Monsanto PCBs at School Site

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SEATTLE, Washington – In a groundbreaking verdict, a Seattle jury has awarded a staggering $857 million to seven women who alleged that they were harmed by PCBs produced by Monsanto at a school site in Washington. This verdict marks yet another blow for the chemical giant, as its losses continue to mount. The jury’s decision came after a lengthy legal battle, during which the seven women asserted that exposure to Monsanto’s PCBs caused them severe health problems. PCBs, or polychlorinated biphenyls, are a group of highly toxic chemicals that were widely used in electrical equipment … Read more