Veterans

Marine Veteran’s Lawsuit Against Nevada State Police Moves Forward, Challenging Unjust Civil Forfeiture Laws

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RENO, Nev. – A lawsuit challenging Nevada’s civil forfeiture laws, filed by a Marine veteran whose life savings were seized during a routine traffic stop, will proceed after a judge denied the state’s motion to dismiss. The incident happened nearly three years ago when Stephen Lara was pulled over on I-80 near USA Parkway for allegedly following a semi-truck too closely. During the traffic stop, troopers confiscated a total of $87,000 in cash from Lara’s vehicle, despite not arresting him or charging him with any crime. Lara, who was on a journey to visit his … Read more

Air Force Veteran’s Husband Files $30 Million Lawsuit Against US Government Over Capitol Shooting

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Washington, D.C. – The husband of Ashli Babbitt, an Air Force veteran who was shot and killed by an officer during the January 6, 2021 Capitol riot, has filed a $30 million lawsuit against the U.S. government. Aaron Babbitt accuses the government of ‘wrongful death, assault and battery, and various negligence issues.’ The lawsuit claims that Ashli Babbitt was unarmed and had no unlawful intentions when she was shot by then-Lieutenant Michael Byrd of the U.S. Capitol Police inside the Capitol building. Ashli Babbitt’s death was ruled a homicide by the examiner at Washington Hospital … Read more

Judge Approves $6 Billion Settlement in 3M Earplug Lawsuits, Clearing Path for Compensation to Veterans

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MIAMI, FL – A $6 billion settlement has been approved by Judge Rodgers in the 3M earplug lawsuits involving service members who claimed the earplugs were defective. The settlement includes a plan to issue $1 billion in unregistered stock as part of the payment. The stock’s value will be determined using a weighted average method commonly used by regulators. An investment manager and adviser will be employed to reduce investment risks as the stock is issued in tranches. In addition to the settlement, 3M has contributed $250 million to the Qualified Settlement Fund, which will … Read more

3M Approves $6 Billion Earplug Lawsuit Settlement for Veterans

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A federal judge has approved a $6 billion settlement in the 3M earplug lawsuits, according to recent news. The settlement aims to compensate service members who allege that the company’s combat earplugs were defective and caused hearing damage. The approval of the settlement involves the issuance of $1 billion in unregistered stock, which will be determined using a weighted average method. The stock will be issued in tranches to minimize the risk of stock dilution. As part of the settlement, 3M has contributed $250 million to a Qualified Settlement Fund, which will provide compensation to … Read more