Chicago Blackhawks Covered Up Sexual Assault Complaints and Bullying, Says Lawsuit
The two amended lawsuits were both filed by former hockey players who say Blackhawks video coach Bradley Aldrich sexually assaulted them.
Lawsuits & Litigation
Lawsuit: Liberty University Used “Honor” Code to Suppress Rape, Sexual Harassment Complaints
In some instances, Liberty University allegedly ignored sexual assault complaints outright; in others, administrators threatened women with “honor code” violations, fines, and community service.
Former FBI Informant “White Boy Rick” Files Lawsuit Against Agency, Prosecutors
Richard Wershe, Jr., better known as “White Boy Rick,” claims FBI agents induced him to act as an informant at age 14–and that, if it were not for the department’s pressure, he never would have become involved in the drug trade.
Pennsylvania Supreme Court Says Amazon Must Pay Warehouse Workers for Security Checks
In their 5-2 split decision, the justices found that Amazon must abide by Pennsylvania’s minimum wage laws, which are stricter than their federal counterparts.
Activision Blizzard Faces California Lawsuit Alleging Gender Discrimination, Sexual Harassment
The lawsuit, led by the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, claims that Activision Blizzard Inc. is a “breeding ground” for sexual harassment.
UPDATE: Flight Attendants Sue Frontier Airlines Over Pregnancy Discrimination Allegations
Frontier Airlines is being sued over allegations of pregnancy discrimination.
Former City of Centreville Sued for Allegedly Violating Clean Water Act
Centreville Citizens for Change and 24 residents are suing the former city of Centreville over claims that it violated the Clean Water Act.
Massachusetts Couple Endured Extreme Abuse from eBay Employees, Lawsuit Says
The lawsuit alleges that eBay employees mailed packages containing live cockroaches and spiders to a married Massachusetts couple.
New Lawsuit Accuses Former New York Supreme Court Justice of Sexual Assault, Harassment
Former state Supreme Court Justice Matthew Rosenbaum allegedly coerced his secretary into having sex with him, saying he would take away her child if she did not acquiesce.
Heartbeat Bill is Challenged in New Rights Advocacy Lawsuit
Lawsuit filed in response to Texas’ new ‘heartbeat bill.’