Ryan Farrick is a freelance 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.


NYC Mayor Announces Lawsuit Against Long Island E-Cigarette Distributor

New York City Mayor Eric Adams has announced a lawsuit against a Long Island-based e-cigarette distributor, claiming that the company violated state and federal law by marketing nicotine products with child-friendly flavors to Empire State consumers. “Part of protecting public safety means protecting the health of New Yorkers, including our most vulnerable—our children, who are









Woman Sues Subway for Selling Sandwiches With Less Meat Than Advertised

“Subway’s advertisements for the Product are unfair and financially damaging to consumers as they are receiving a product that is materially lower in value than what is being represented,” the lawsuit alleges. “Subway actions are especially concerning now that inflation, food, and meat prices are very high and many consumers, especially lower income consumers, are struggling financially.”


McDonald’s Facing Class-Action Lawsuit Over E. Coli Outbreak

“McDonald’s has a responsibility to source its products that it is going to serve other people from safe facilities,” an attorney for the class said. “In the event that they cannot guarantee that, then they have a responsibility to warn, ‘perhaps this product may be dangerous.’”