Dr. Phil’s Son Implicated in Alleged Predatory Lending Scheme with Crow Creek Sioux Tribe

A California resident has initiated legal action against River Valley Loans and several business leaders, including the son of television personality Dr. Phil, accusing them of operating a predatory lending operation that involved the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe. According to the complaint, the defendants are charged with facilitating small-dollar loans that carry excessively high interest rates, violating lending laws. The plaintiff alleges that the scheme exploits both the tribal affiliation of the lending entity and borrowers’ vulnerabilities by offering loans without adhering to legal interest rate limits. California state laws impose strict caps on interest … Read more

Judge Grants Emotional Reunion for Detained Activist and Newborn Son Amid Controversy Over Family Separation

NEW YORK — Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil met his one-month-old son for the first time on Thursday after a federal judge intervened in a case that has sparked controversy over family separation and political motivations behind detentions. Khalil has been held in a Louisiana jail since March 8, marking him as the first individual arrested under the Trump administration’s aggressive stance against protests related to the conflict in Gaza. Khalil, a legal permanent resident and a Columbia University alum, faced challenges in seeking permission to attend his son’s birth. U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement initially … Read more

Mother of Tragically Lost Son Advocates for "Rowan Act" to Reinforce Amber Alert Laws in Michigan

LANSING, Michigan — The mother of a 6-year-old boy fatally injured by his biological father urged state lawmakers to reconsider Amber Alert legislation during an emotional testimony in Lansing. Brandi Morey Pols, who is advocating for reform after the tragic death of her son Rowan, expressed her grief and frustration before the Child Welfare System subcommittee. Pols recounted the harrowing experience that unfolded nine months ago, emphasizing her anguish over the authorities’ initial response when her son was reported missing. “What excuse should a mother accept when her child has been gone for 52 hours?” … Read more

Lawyer Claims Bevins Prioritized Profit Over Protection in Case Involving Adopted Son

Frankfort, Kentucky — A lawyer representing the adopted son of former Governor Matt Bevin asserts that his client is seeking accountability not for protection, but for suffering caused by Bevin. The claims came as the legal team continues to push for damages related to the alleged misconduct during Bevin’s tenure as governor. The controversy centers on allegations that Bevin’s administration fostered an environment rife with intimidation and fear. Advocates for the former governor’s son argue that the pain suffered by the adopted son was a result of a hostile environment rather than any measure of … Read more