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.


Department of Justice Sues Louisiana for Holding Prisoners Past Release Dates

“To incarcerate people indefinitely, as [the Louisiana Department of Public Safety and Corrections] does here, not only intrudes on individual liberty, but also erodes public confidence in the fair and just application of our laws,” said Assistant Attorney General Kristen Clarke of the Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division. “The Justice Department looks forward to proving its case in court.”v



CFPB Sues Walmart After Delivery Drivers Lose More than $10m in Deposit and Account Fees

“Walmart and Branch opened accounts for new drivers by using drivers’ information, including their Social Security numbers, without obtaining the drivers’ consent. Drivers’ pay was then deposited into these accounts without authorization from the drivers. Drivers could not access their earnings without agreeing to Branch’s terms and conditions,” the CFPB said in a statement. “Walmart required Spark Drivers to use Branch accounts or face termination.”




California’s Diocese of Orange Settles Sex Abuse Lawsuit for $3.5m

“The Diocese vigorously defended the decades-old claim and was prepared to take it to trial,” a Diocese of Orange spokesman said in a statement. “However, all parties—the plaintiff, the Diocese’s insurers, and the Diocese—agreed that a pre-trial settlement was most beneficial to everyone involved.”




Camping World Settles Oregon Lawsuit for $3.5m

“Our investigation found that Camping World would advertise a heavily discounted ‘Dare to Compete’ price,” Oregon Attorney General Ellen Rosenblum said in a press release. “During negotiations, Camping World would claw back its purported discount by double charging consumers for freight and prep charges that had already been included in the advertised price.”