City of Manton Faces Legal Showdown as Mayor Fights Against Commission’s Power Transfer Decision

MANTON, Mich. — A special meeting of the Manton City Commission convened Tuesday morning to address a lawsuit filed by Mayor Joe Grzybowski against the commission, which had recently moved to elevate Mayor Pro-Tem Sue Fullerton to his role. The suit was prompted by a resolution issued on September 16, asserting that the mayor was neither “absent” nor “disabled,” which are prerequisites for the resolution to remain valid according to the city’s Charter. In his legal action, Grzybowski is seeking to prevent the enforcement of the commission’s resolution through an injunction. He is also requesting … Read more

High-Stakes Trade Dress Showdown: MGA Entertainment’s Infringement Case Heads Back to Jury as Willfulness Question Lingers

SANTA ANA, Calif. — A high-profile trade dress infringement case involving MGA Entertainment and the OMG Girlz musical group is poised to return to a jury for a fourth trial, following a tentative ruling by a federal judge on Monday. Despite MGA’s preference for a bench trial, U.S. District Judge James V. Selna indicated that jurors will re-examine specific aspects of the case. The upcoming proceedings will focus on whether MGA acted willfully in infringing upon the OMG Girlz’s designs. Earlier this year, Judge Selna invalidated a punitive damages award of $53.6 million, initially escalated … Read more

Clearfield County Set for High-Stakes Judicial Showdown: Maines vs. Sayers in November Election

Clearfield, Pennsylvania – Voters in Clearfield County will choose a new judge for the Court of Common Pleas during the upcoming general municipal election on Nov. 4. This decision follows the announcement in January that Fredric Ammerman, the county’s president judge, will retire at the end of 2025 after 31 years of service. Paul Cherry, the current judge, is set to assume the role of president judge next year. The candidates vying for the vacant position are Democrat Josh Maines and Republican Ryan P. Sayers. The newly elected judge will oversee legal proceedings for more … Read more