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$460,000 Award Upheld in Case of Missing Prize Bull and Its Impostor in Iowa

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Iowa City, Iowa – In a striking case of agricultural intrigue, an appeals court has confirmed a $460,000 judgment against two former cattle farmers from Eastern Iowa for misrepresenting the identity of a highly prized bull. The litigious saga began when a bull, integral to a luxury beef breeding operation, mysteriously vanished and was replaced by an impostor. In late 2012, American Wagyu Breeders of Michigan entrusted Eric and Sarah Bailey, then residents of West Branch, with the care of Michiyoshi, a full-blood black Wagyu bull celebrated for its elite genetic lineage. In return, the … Read more

Justice Upheld: Pennsylvania Judge Confirms $68.5 Million Verdict for Family of Worker Who Died in Fall

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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania — A hefty $68.5 million jury verdict has been upheld in a wrongful death lawsuit spearheaded by the family of Siarhei Marhunou, a 38-year-old immigrant who tragically died after falling from a balcony while working on a renovation project in Philadelphia’s Central City. Marhunou, a recent immigrant from Belarus, was installing siding when the accident occurred in late 2021. The lawsuit brought attention to common hazards in urban construction settings, spotlighting the responsibilities of contractors and property developers in ensuring worker safety. Marhunou, employed by DPSY LLC, lacked proper fall protection gear, a … Read more

Maryland’s Retail Dog Sale Ban Upheld by Fourth Circuit Court, Aims to Curb Puppy Mills

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RICHMOND, Va. — A recent ruling from the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals affirmed that Maryland’s law banning the sale of dogs in retail pet stores does not infringe on interstate commerce nor is it overridden by the federal Animal Welfare Act. The decision reinforces Maryland’s ongoing legislative efforts to address and mitigate the inhumane conditions often found in large-scale breeding facilities, commonly referred to as “puppy mills.” The law under scrutiny was enacted in 2021 and is a continuation of Maryland’s broader strategy over the past decade to enhance the welfare of animals. Such … Read more

Nova Scotia Lawyer’s Courtroom Outburst Resulting in Suspension Upheld by Appeal Court

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HALIFAX, Nova Scotia — A local lawyer has faced the loss of his legal practice credentials following a tumultuous incident in a courtroom earlier this year, which escalated to the point where law enforcement had to intervene physically. The event led to an appeal which has recently been dismissed, solidifying the lawyer’s suspension. Donn Fraser, an attorney based in Pictou County, came under scrutiny after a February 1 incident at the Nova Scotia Supreme Court in Pictou during which his conduct resulted in a chaotic scene. Following an extensive review, a three-member panel of the … Read more