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Seeking Justice: NH Supreme Court Asked to Review Cap on $38 Million Abuse Case Award

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CONCORD, N.H. — Following a jury ruling that awarded David Meehan $38 million for suffering repeated abuse at a state-run center, his lawyers are now seeking intervention from the New Hampshire Supreme Court. This legal escalation comes in response to a judge’s order that significantly reduced the payout to $475,000, adhering to the state’s statutory cap on damages. Meehan’s attorneys argue this cap undermines the severity of the sustained abuse and are pushing for a judicial review to challenge its constitutionality. David Meehan was subjected to severe mistreatment, including rape and physical assault, by staff … Read more

North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson Sues CNN for Defamation, Seeking $50 Million Over Alleged Racist Comments

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Raleigh, North Carolina – The legal battle is intensifying as North Carolina Lt. Gov. Mark Robinson pursues a defamation lawsuit against CNN. This dramatic legal maneuver arises in response to the network’s September report that suggested Robinson, using an assumed name, engaged in discriminatory and inappropriate behavior on an internet forum. The allegations, dating back over a decade prior to Robinson’s political career, include claims that he referred to himself as a “Black Nazi” and expressed desires to reinstate slavery. Despite the severity of these allegations, Robinson has vehemently denied the accusations, branding the claims … Read more

Judge Dismisses Lawsuit Seeking to Remove Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo Amid Free Speech Controversy

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In Miami, a recent court decision has upheld Miami Commissioner Joe Carollo’s position, following a contentious lawsuit that sought his removal from office. The legal action, initiated by local businessmen Bill Fuller and Martin Pinilla, charged Carollo with infringing upon their free speech rights, an allegation they believed should disqualify him from his civic role. The dispute centers on accusations that Carollo overstepped his boundaries under the Miami City charter. Fuller and Pinilla, frequent litigants against the city and Carollo, ambitiously pursued the case, claiming the commissioner’s actions posed a significant constitutional issue. Their attorney, … Read more

Judge to Decide if Fannie Mae’s Legal Battle Will Include Independence Towers Tenants Seeking Justice Over Hazardous Living Conditions

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A local apartment complex has come under legal scrutiny following allegations of hazardous living conditions, prompting a judge to potentially allow tenants to become parties in a lawsuit initially filed by Fannie Mae against the property’s former management. The disputed Independence Towers Apartments may see a shift in its legal proceedings if tenants gain court approval to intervene this Monday. The lawsuit, initiated in February by loan lender Fannie Mae, accused FTW Investments, the previous owners of Independence Towers, of failing to ensure residents’ safety and falling behind on loan payments. … Read more