Federal Judge Won’t Block Lubbock Abortion Ban
Planned Parenthood had filed a lawsuit seeking to challenge the city’s voter-approved law, which would let people sue anyone who helps a relative have an abortion.
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Judge Dismisses Hemp Company’s Lawsuit Against Oregon County
Josephine County officials burnt $2.5 million worth of hemp, which they had mistakenly seized as marijuana.
Netflix Won’t Get Break in “Making a Murderer” Defamation Lawsuit
The lawsuit was filed by a former Wisconsin sheriff’s deputy who claims “Making a Murderer” ruined his reputation.
Disney Executive Says Company Discriminated Against His Sexual Orientation
A Disney executive has filed a lawsuit against the entertainment company, claiming it discriminated against him on the basis of his sexual orientation. According to Fox News, the lawsuit was filed just days before Disney is scheduled to commence its Pride Month celebrations. “Plaintiff had direct and repeated complaints to HR about the discrimination he
Lawsuit: Maryland Jail Only Let Christians Apply for Chaplain Position
Plaintiff Edrees Bridges–a Muslim who worked at the jail as a volunteer chaplain–said applicants for a paid position were required to sign a “Statement of Applicant’s Christian Faith.”
Justice Department Asks Judge to Dismiss Lafayette Square Lawsuit Against Trump
Government attorneys said neither Trump nor law enforcement should be held liable for ensuring the security of a sitting president.
Democrats, NAACP Prepare Action Against Texas Voter Suppression Bill
The bill would make it harder for people to vote through unconventional methods.
Five More Women File Lawsuits Accusing Amazon of Gender Bias, Racial Discrimination
The separately-filed lawsuits allege that Amazon managers across the country discriminate against women and racial minorities.
Judge Dismisses Google’s Request to Change Venue in Texas Anti-Trust Lawsuit
Google unsuccessfully argued that any lawsuit against it should be held in California, where its corporate headquarters are located.
Judge Suggests that Bayer Put Warning Labels on Roundup to Avoid Future Lawsuits
The judge also wondered why Bayer had never included warning labels in the first place.