The Culture of Secrecy Ends at the University of Washington: PETA Statement
“And I knew then—as I know now—that if you must hide, it’s because what you’re doing cannot withstand scrutiny.” ~ Dr. Lisa Jones-Engel
Verdicts & Settlements
Boise Ditches Litigation By Shutting Down Pickleball Park
The city indicated that reaching a settlement was the best possible outcome.
Federal Court Upholds TPS Status for 600k Venezuelans
“This is a win for the TPS community. We are here because our country is in crisis. This is why TPS exists,” plaintiff Cecilia Gonzalez said. “The Ninth Circuit has recognized that the Trump administration cannot do away with TPS simply because they don’t like it. We will keep fighting for our rights under the law.”
Texas Court Orders Arbitration in Wrongful Death Case
Appeals court mandates arbitration for wrongful death lawsuit in Texas.
Newsmax and Dominion Voting Systems Settle Election Libel Lawsuit for $67m
Newsmax did not offer an apology for its alleged role in spreading baseless conspiracy theories, insisting instead that its coverage is “fair, balanced and conducted within professional standards of journalism.”
Victory! University of Washington Animal Oversight Committee to Reveal Members’ Full Names
PETA previously secured three Ninth Circuit Court victories supporting arguments that IACUC members have no right under the U.S. Constitution to keep their identities secret.
Anti-DEI Conservative Settles Defamation Lawsuit with Meta
In his initial filing, Starbuck—an outspoken critic of DEI initiatives—said that a Meta chatbot, Meta AI, had falsely accused him of being a “White nationalist.”
Kansas City Settles Lawsuit With Former Official
Former city official receives settlement after claims of mistreatment and demotion.
Federal Judge Stops Trump Admin. from Cutting FEMA Funds
“The court is not convinced that Congress vested in the agency any discretion to reallocate funds from the BRIC account,” the Boston-based judge wrote.
Macon County Family Awarded $17M Verdict
Court finds hospital liable for delayed care that led to infant’s death.