Historic Data Breach Affects Nearly 3 Billion: Social Security Numbers, Addresses Sold on Dark Web

In a shocking revelation, a lawsuit has emerged indicating that National Public Data, a background-check company, was involved in an extensive data breach last April, affecting a staggering 2.9 billion individuals worldwide. This breach ranks as one of the most massive in recent history, exposing critical personal details. The compromised data includes highly sensitive information, such as Social Security numbers, alongside full names, current and previous residential addresses dating back decades, and details on family members, some of whom have been deceased for almost 20 years. The scale and depth of the information exposed could … Read more

Trial Heats Up: Prosecutor Alleges Senator Menendez Sold Influence for Gold and Cash Bribes

NEW YORK — Allegations of bribery have surfaced against Sen. Bob Menendez, a Democrat from New Jersey, as prosecutors claim he exchanged his political influence for personal gains. During a spirited closing argument on Monday, Assistant U.S. Attorney Paul Monteleoni accused Menendez of monetizing his significant political power to enrich himself and associates through corrupt dealings with three businessmen. The case, which unfolded in Manhattan’s federal court, highlights evidence amassed from a June 2022 FBI raid on Menendez’s residence, including gold, over $480,000 in cash, and luxury items purported to be bribes. Monteleoni’s presentation indicated … Read more

Law Firm of Peter Angelos, Notable for Asbestos and Tobacco Litigation, to Be Sold to Three Members of Practice

Baltimore, MD – Peter Angelos’ renowned law firm, known for its success in securing substantial awards and settlements on behalf of asbestos and tobacco victims, is set to be sold to three members of the practice. The sale was authorized by Baltimore County Circuit Judge Keith R. Truffer, concluding a legal dispute among Angelos’ family members. The family patriarch, now 94 years old, has been incapacitated by illness since 2018. Financial details of the sale were not disclosed in court documents filed on Wednesday. This development follows the Angelos family’s agreement to sell their most … Read more

3M Litigation Settlement Surpasses Expectations, Reaching 98% Participation for Faulty Earplugs Sold to Military

Minneapolis, Minnesota – 3M Co. announced on Monday that the litigation settlement for its sale of potentially faulty earplugs to the military is expected to surpass the 98% participation threshold by the final registration date of March 25. As the maker of well-known products such as Post-it Notes, Scotch tape, N95 masks, and Command strips, 3M agreed last August to pay a total of $6 billion to resolve over 300,000 lawsuits. These lawsuits alleged that tens of thousands of individuals suffered from hearing loss and tinnitus after using the 3M earplugs. This case has become … Read more