Ryan J. Farrick, Author at Legal Reader

Ryan Farrick is a writer and small business advertising consultant based out of mid-Michigan. Passionate about international politics and world affairs, he’s an avid traveler with a keen interest in the connections between South Asia and the United States. Ryan studied neuroscience and has spent the last several years working as an operations manager in transportation logistics.

States are Allowing Underaged Restaurant Workers to Serve Alcohol

Carnival to Pay $300k to Passenger Who Fell Down Stairs After Drinking 14 Tequila Shots

April 15, 2026

The lawsuit described Sanders’ experience aboard the Carnival Radiance on January 5, 2024. She was served “at least 14 shots” of tequila between approximately 2:50 p.m. and 11:37 p.m. the same evening. Sometime around midnight, Sanders fell down a staircase. She sustained multiple physical injuries, including a concussion, headaches, and another possible traumatic brain injury. Sanders also suffered a tailbone injury and developed extensive bruising.

Costco Sued Over Automatic Membership Renewals

April 10, 2026

“Had the plaintiff been provided this notice in a timely manner, he would have cancelled his membership and not gone forward with the auto-renewal,” the lawsuit states.

Family of Texas Teen Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Distributor for Alani Nu

April 10, 2026

The lawsuit claims that Alani Nu is marketed to young women and children through social media. It also alleges that Alani Nu is marketed as a “wellness” and “lifestyle” beverage, despite containing significantly more caffeine than competing energy drinks like Red Bull and Monster.

Massachusetts Court Won’t Let Meta Avoid Social Media Addiction Lawsuit

April 10, 2026

On Thursday, a day before the ruling, Meta also announced that Facebook and Instagram will no longer allow law firm advertisements seeking new plaintiffs for ongoing litigation accusing it—and other social media companies—of engineering a youth addiction crisis.

Lawsuit: ICE Agents Use Race to Target Latinos in New York and Long Island

April 9, 2026

“This policy of racial profiling is illegal and unconscionable,” James said in a statement. “New Yorkers should be able to go about their daily lives without fear of being targeted by masked federal agents because of the color of their skin.”

Darrill Henry Exonerated After 15 Years in Prison

Lawsuit: Border Patrol Separated 3-Year-Old From Mother, Abused in Foster Care

April 8, 2026

“To have your child abused while in the government’s care, to not understand what has happened or how to protect them, to not even be told about the abuse, it is unimaginable,” said attorney Fisher Flores, who is representing the family. “Children deserve safety and they belong with their parents.”

Texas Law Restricts Hemp THC Product Sales

Texas Judge Lifts Statewide Ban on Smokeable Hemp Products

April 8, 2026

“Under current Texas law, hemp is defined by its delta-9 THC concentration of not more than 0.3%,” said David Sergi, an attorney for the hemp coalition. “These Texas officials and state agencies are clearly attempting to create a new law in direct contradiction to what the Texas legislature intended.”

Federal Judge Says Trump Administration Rushed Demand for University Admissions Data

April 6, 2026

“The 120-day deadline imposed by the president led directly to the failure of [the National Center for Education Statistics] to engage meaningfully with the institutions during the notice-and-comment process to address the multitude of problems presented by the new requirements,” Saylor wrote in his decision.

Family of FSU Shooting Victims to Sue ChatGPT

April 6, 2026

“We have been advised that the shooter was in constant communication with ChatGPT leading up to the shooting,” attorneys for the Morales family said. “We also have reason to believe that ChatGPT may have advised the shooter how to commit these heinous crimes.”

Former Inmate Forced to Wear Colostomy Bag for 2 Years Awarded $307m

April 3, 2026

“We have a lot of different cases against this company,” an attorney for the former inmate said. “We have a lot of work to do. These people are still doing business across the country. I want them gone. These people should not only be put out of business, they should be put in prison themselves.”

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