Unlawful

U.S. Judge Declares Job Security Measures for NLRB Judges Unlawful

by

Washington, D.C. – A federal judge has recently ruled that the protections which prevent the removal of judges from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) are unconstitutional, marking a significant shift in how administrative law judges can be disciplined or replaced under federal law. The decision comes in response to a lawsuit filed by Robert MacLean, an administrative law judge at the NLRB. He contested that the protections were in defiance of the U.S. Constitution’s Appointments Clause, which stipulates how federal officers are appointed. According to the ruling by U.S. District Judge Trevor McFadden, these … Read more

Jury Orders $24.2 Million Payout to Former Port of Seattle Police Chief for Unlawful Termination

by

Seattle, WA — In a landmark decision, a jury awarded Colleen Wilson, the former police chief of the Port of Seattle, a stunning $24.2 million over claims she was wrongfully terminated for raising ethical and safety concerns about the port’s operations. The verdict marks a significant moment asserting the rights of whistleblowers within the highly competitive, and often secretive, realm of public safety and security sectors. Wilson was removed from her role in 2019 under circumstances she claimed were retaliatory after she reported potential violations of law by port officials, along with various safety lapses … Read more

US Court Rules Google Holds Unlawful Monopoly in Search Engine Market

by

Washington, D.C. – A federal judge in the United States has ruled that Google holds an illegal monopoly in the internet search market, posing significant implications for the tech giant and its business practices. The decision emerges from a landmark antitrust lawsuit filed by the Justice Department, marking a critical juncture in the long-standing scrutiny over the power wielded by major technology companies. The lawsuit, one of the most significant antitrust cases in decades, argues that Google has used anti-competitive tactics to preserve and extend its dominance in search and related advertising markets, ultimately stifling … Read more

Judge Strikes Down Controversial CityFHEPS Expansion, Deeming It Unlawful

by

New York, NY – A judge recently invalidated a controversial city council mandate aimed at extending CityFHEPS, a municipal housing subsidy program, marking a significant setback for proponents of expanded homeless assistance in New York City. The decision came after legal scrutiny determined that the law was enacted improperly, raising questions about the legislative process behind city ordinances concerning housing aid. CityFHEPS, standing for City Fighting Homelessness & Eviction Prevention Supplement, was initially designed to provide temporary relief to individuals and families at risk of homelessness. The voucher system plays a critical role in the … Read more