Inaction Will Not Suffice: Urgent Need for Child Labor Protection Laws in Pennsylvania

HARRISBURG, Pa. – Child labor exploitation in Pennsylvania remains a pressing concern despite the availability of legislative tools to protect children from such maltreatment. This issue was brought to light in a recent letter to lehighvalleylive.com, emphasizing the urgent need for the passage of stronger laws in the state. The letter underscores the importance of safeguarding the well-being of children, pointing out the irony that Pennsylvania is one of the few states in the U.S. that does not have laws specifically designed to prevent child labor exploitation. It highlights the vulnerability faced by young individuals … Read more

Van Nuys Judge Denies Jury Field Trip in Rebecca Grossman Trial: Experts and Testimony to Suffice

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA — The upcoming trial of Rebecca Grossman, a Hidden Hills resident charged with second-degree murder, vehicular manslaughter, and hit-and-run driving resulting in death, hit a snag on January 8. The Van Nuys judge presiding over the case ruled against allowing the jury to visit the scene of the alleged crime. The incident in question occurred over three years ago, and the defense argued that the site may have changed since then. Instead, the judge deemed photographs and witness testimony sufficient for the jury to understand the events. Grossman was accused of … Read more