Lacks’ cervical cells were taken without her consent, but they enabled significant advances in medical science. The cells, sometimes termed “HeLa” cells, were the first “immortal” human cells to be grown in a laboratory. Unlike regular cells, they can divide and multiply indefinitely, providing a consistent research base for scientists.
In light of the lawsuit, Samsung decided to settle. As part of the settlement, Samsung agreed to update its smart TVs and implement measures—like disclosures and consent screens—to give consumers more control over the data that they’re willing to share with the company.
DOJ settles case over AI job ads excluding American workers
Settlement sets new rules for mental health care in county jails.
San Diego flood victims wait as insurers receive settlement first.
Utility company settles federal claims tied to costly wildfires across two states.
“Halim does not plausibly allege that reasonable consumers are deceived by boneless wings, so he has failed to state a plausible claim for relief,” Tharp wrote.
Federal settlement holds landlords accountable for years of housing-related sexual abuse.
The Trump administration did not offer an explanation as to why it had changed its position, but instead cited the result of a similar legal challenge heard in Maryland. In that case, the Justice Department agreed to refrain from enforcing the ban.
Major poultry firms agree to fund cleanup after decades-long pollution dispute.