Landmark Lawsuits in Kansas Target Porn Websites Over Age-Verification Failures, Aiming to Protect Minors

TOPEKA, Kansas — Four unprecedented lawsuits were filed in Kansas on Monday, aiming to hold adult websites accountable for failing to comply with state regulations that require effective age-verification systems. Currently, there are no federal mandates in place that necessitate such verification for pornography sites. The lawsuits, initiated by the National Center on Sexual Exploitation (NCOSE) alongside a local law firm, represent a groundbreaking effort to seek legal remedies under state age-verification laws on behalf of a minor and their parent. This legal action marks the first instance in which a minor is taking advantage … Read more

Investors Target MGP Ingredients in Class Action Lawsuit Over Alleged Securities Fraud

NEW YORK CITY, New York — Bronstein, Gewirtz & Grossman, LLC, a prominent national law firm known for its aggressive representation in securities fraud and shareholder litigation, has announced the filing of a class action lawsuit against MGP Ingredients, Inc. and several of its top executives. The lawsuit pertains to alleged violations of federal securities laws and aims to recover damages for all entities and individuals who acquired securities in MGP Ingredients from May 4, 2023, to October 30, 2024. According to the legal complaint, MGP Ingredients and its officers are accused of providing the … Read more

Toxic Trespass: Multiple Lawsuits Target Contractor Over U.S.-Mexico Border Sewage Crisis

San Diego, CA — Four lawsuits have now been filed against Veolia Water West, the contractor responsible for operating the federal sewage treatment plant near the U.S.-Mexico border. The suits allege mismanagement by the company and its manager, Mark Wippler, leading to severe pollution issues in the Tijuana River. The Frantz Law Group initiated a mass tort lawsuit last month, accusing Veolia of illegal chemical discharges into the river, which allegedly failed to comply with the mandates of the San Diego Regional Water Quality Control Board. This lawsuit, together with a similar legal action by … Read more

Target Hit with Class Action Lawsuit Amid Controversy Over Scaling Back DEI Initiatives

Minneapolis, MN – Target Corp. is facing a substantial legal challenge as a class action lawsuit has been filed against the retail giant, alleging that the company’s recent rollback in its Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiatives is a violation of civil rights laws. This legal move has sparked widespread backlash among advocacy groups and customers, intensifying the debate over corporate responsibility in fostering inclusive work environments. The controversy began when Target announced modifications to its DEI strategies, which had been part of its broader commitment to social justice issues, particularly in the aftermath of … Read more