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Major Class Action Lawsuit Accuses TSMC of Racial Discrimination and Unsafe Conditions at Phoenix Plant

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PHOENIX — A class action lawsuit has been filed against TSMC, a Taiwanese chip manufacturer constructing a major facility in Phoenix, alleging racial discrimination and unsafe work conditions. The lawsuit has been refiled with 17 plaintiffs and spans over 160 pages of claims. The lawsuit originated from complaints made by a former human resources employee in California, who asserts that the company shows favoritism toward Taiwanese and Chinese employees, discriminating against non-East Asian workers. Multiple plaintiffs contend that the work environment at TSMC is hostile, claiming that American workers are being displaced in favor of … Read more

Blind Pedestrians Take Legal Action Against D.C. for Unsafe Crosswalk Conditions

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Washington, D.C. – A group of blind pedestrians has filed a lawsuit against the District of Columbia, alleging that the city has failed to provide safe crossing conditions at various intersections. The suit aims to address what the plaintiffs describe as a persistent lack of accessible pedestrian infrastructure, specifically in crosswalks designed for visually impaired individuals. The suit claims that many crosswalks lack appropriate audio signals and tactile paving that help guide blind pedestrians across streets safely. According to the plaintiffs, these deficiencies not only pose significant risks to their safety but also discriminate against … Read more

Texas DPS Boosts Highway Patrols Ahead of Memorial Day to Curb Unsafe Driving and Save Lives

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BRYAN-COLLEGE STATION, Texas — The Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) is ramping up highway patrol efforts across the state in preparation for Memorial Day weekend. This initiative, which is part of the annual All-American enforcement campaign, aims to curb dangerous driving practices and ultimately reduce traffic-related deaths. The intensified enforcement will run until May 26, focusing on seat belt compliance, restrictions on distracted driving, and adherence to speed limits. This initiative aligns with the national Crash Awareness and Reduction Effort (CARE), which strives to prevent traffic incidents during peak travel times, especially around holidays. … Read more

Military Families File Lawsuit Against Housing Provider Over Unsafe Living Conditions in Key West

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Key West, FL – Jackie Talarico, once a resident of Sigsbee Park and a military spouse, is steering a significant legal challenge against Balfour Beatty, a UK-based firm that manages military housing across the United States. The lawsuit, initiated on March 27, encompasses grievances from nearly 200 military families, detailing severe health problems and unsafe living conditions they allege were concealed by the company. These military families, housed in neighborhoods like Sigsbee Park, Trumbo Point, and Truman Annex, claim to have suffered from a range of health issues, such as asthma, sinusitis, migraines, and chronic … Read more