Lawsuit Accuses Oklahoma of Hosting (Another) Debtor’s Prison and Judicial Corruption (Again)
The lawsuit is the latest to accuse Oklahoma of punishing the poor by operating a debtor’s prison.
Civil Rights
Texas Debates Costs of Installing Air Conditioning in Prisons Versus Letting Inmates Die from Heat Stroke
The bill has been described as a “long-shot”–and its sponsors say that’s because its projected costs are being grossly inflated.
Sandy Hook Suit Against Remington Can Continue
While the Connecticut Supreme Court has authorized the lawsuit to move forward, experts expect Remington will file an appeal.
“Anti-Muslim” American Freedom Law Center Sues Michigan
The controversial group, branded as anti-Muslim by the SPLC, claims its inclusion on a “hate crimes” list is no reason for Michigan to target its offices.
Wrongfully Convicted Prisoner is Set Free at Four Decades
An exonerated prisoner who was wrongfully convicted and spent almost four decades behind bars will receive $21 million in settlement funds.
Lake Erie Bill of Rights Wins in Ohio
Toledo voters recently passed the Lake Erie Bill of Rights, providing strong protection and personhood status for the world’s 11th largest lake. Will it stand against legal challenges from farmers resistant to change?
Supreme Court Snubs Out Tobacco Industry Appeals Amidst Thousands of Smoker Lawsuits
The ruling could cost the tobacco industry billions, but barriers remain for smokers hoping to recoup the damages wrought by cigarettes.
California Car Wash Employees are Finally Receiving Overdue Checks
800 car wash employees are finally starting to receive back pay owed to them for working off the clock.
Connecticut Settlement Shows Schools Can’t Get Pledge of Allegiance Rights Right
Even though students can’t legally be compelled to stand for the Pledge of Allegiance, districts across the country keep punishing students for exercising their rights.
Judge Bunks Lawsuit Against Trump and Blasts ‘Climate Kids’ Ruling
A climate change lawsuit filed by two Pennsylvania boys against President Donald Trump was scrapped on Tuesday, the judge claiming courts can’t set executive policy. According to Reuters, the decision contradicts another made in Oregon. Nonetheless, U.S. District Judge Paul Diamond, based in Philadelphia, ruled there’s no contradiction between environmental degradation and the U.S. Constitution.