Waiver

Resort’s Liability Waiver Fails to Protect Against $21M Verdict in Ski Lift Accident

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A jury in Idaho has ruled against a resort, ordering it to pay $21 million following a serious incident involving a malfunctioning ski lift. The case raises critical questions about liability and the extent to which waivers can protect resort operators from legal action. The incident occurred when a ski lift malfunctioned, causing several patrons to fall and sustain injuries. The jury found that the resort had been negligent in maintaining the ski lift, which ultimately led to the injuries. Despite the resort’s defense that various waivers signed by the victims protected them from liability, … Read more

Ripple Gains Ground: SEC Waiver Paves the Way for New Capital Opportunities and Legal Clarity

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San Francisco, California—Ripple has recently gained a significant advantage after the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) granted a waiver that lifts key restrictions placed on the company. This regulatory shift enables Ripple to access private capital, allowing it to raise funds under Regulation D exemptions. The decision marks a pivotal moment for the fintech firm, which aims to expand its operations amid a challenging legal landscape. The SEC’s waiver removes a crucial disqualification that previously hindered Ripple from leveraging private investment opportunities. Under Regulation D, companies can solicit capital from accredited investors without facing … Read more

Frustration Mounts: Gamecocks’ Rahsul Faison Hires NIL Lawyer Amid NCAA Waiver Uncertainty

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Columbia, South Carolina — South Carolina Gamecocks running back Rahsul Faison is anxiously awaiting a decision from the NCAA regarding his eligibility for the 2025 season. In pursuit of clarity, Faison has enlisted the help of an attorney specializing in name, image, and likeness (NIL) rights. Gamecocks head coach Shane Beamer addressed the media in Greenville on Thursday, acknowledging that Faison’s decision to hire legal representation was purely his own. “That was not something we directed him to do. I found out on social media, like everyone else,” Beamer said. “This is a personal step … Read more

Supreme Court Rejects Hold on Biofuel Waiver Litigation, Case Moves Forward

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Washington, D.C. – The Supreme Court recently decided not to halt the ongoing lawsuit surrounding the issuance of small refinery exemptions (SREs) under the U.S. Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). This ruling allows litigation to proceed that could redefine crucial aspects of national energy policy and environmental protection efforts. The controversy centers on the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) role in granting waivers that excuse certain small refineries from blending ethanol with gasoline, a critical component of the RFS aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and bolstering the domestic biofuel industry. Critics argue that the EPA has … Read more