Seeks

Federal Judge Seeks Maryland Supreme Court’s Ruling on Controversial Child Victims Act, Shaping Future of Abuse Lawsuits

by

Upper Marlboro, Maryland – A federal judge has sought clarification from the Maryland Supreme Court regarding the constitutionality of the state’s Child Victims Act. The act, which has sparked numerous child sex abuse lawsuits, was called into question by the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints in a federal lawsuit involving allegations of sexual abuse by a Mormon priest. U.S. District Judge James K. Bredar has requested the Supreme Court of Maryland to define the state’s law, potentially expediting a definitive ruling on the matter. Judge Bredar’s decision comes amidst ongoing appeals of lawsuits … Read more

Dallas Couple Seeks Accountability After Crash Linked to Rashee Rice, Lawyer Says

by

Dallas, Texas – A lawyer representing a Dallas couple who were injured in a crash connected to Rashee Rice has expressed their desire for accountability. The lawyer claims that Rice, who was in contact with the rental company after the accident, admitted to the occurrence of a wreck and acknowledged responsibility for paying for the damages. The details of the crash and Rice’s alleged involvement have not been disclosed, but the couple’s lawyer is pushing for answers. They are seeking a clear explanation of the circumstances surrounding the incident and full accountability for any negligence … Read more

Trucking Giant Pride Group Seeks Bankruptcy Protection as $100 Million Lawsuit Looms

by

Mississauga, Ontario – Pride Group, one of Canada’s largest trucking carriers, has filed for bankruptcy protection following a lawsuit from lender Mitsubishi HC Capital America. The lawsuit seeks $100 million. Pride Group submitted the creditor protection filing on Thursday, invoking the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (CCAA) in Canada. Under the CCAA, the company receives a stay of proceedings for at least 10 days. In a news release, Pride Group stated that the CCAA proceedings and seeking recognition under Chapter 15 cases would enable them to continue operations, stabilize their business, establish governance controls and monitoring, … Read more

Teen Injured in North County Fight Shows Progress, Family Seeks Justice

by

ST. LOUIS, Mo. – The lawyer representing the family of a teenager who sustained critical injuries during a fight in North County in March has provided an update on her condition and addressed the rumors circulating on social media. Bryan Kaemmerer, speaking on behalf of Kaylee Gain’s family, revealed that she has recently been discharged from the Intensive Care Unit and has shown signs of progress. Gain has started limited verbal conversations and has begun speech therapy. She has even been able to take short walks with the aid of hospital staff. Kaemmerer confirmed that … Read more