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.
Civil 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.
Democrats Demand Investigation after I.C.E. Admits to Force-Feeding Immigrants
Democrats are calling for an investigation into I.C.E., saying its admission of force-feeding inmates could constitute a violation of the United Nations Convention against Torture.
Debt Jubilee: Time for a Clean Slate?
American household debt is at its highest point since 2008 and people are starting to miss auto loan payments. Can the ancient tradition of the debt jubilee help us mitigate some of the worst effects of modern capitalism?
Montana Women Detained for Speaking Spanish Sue Customs and Border Protection Agency
Two Montana mothers who were detained while grocery shopping in Havre are suing Customs and Border Protection, saying they were interrogated for simply speaking Spanish.
Jurors Award Six Figures to Transgender Iowa Nurse in ‘Historic’ Settlement
The workplace discrimination settlement is being hailed as “historic” by the American Civil Liberties Union.
Bail Bondsman: What to Do if You Can’t Post Bail
If you’re arrested and jailed, bail is your best option for freedom until your case is adjudicated. If you can’t pay bail, hiring a bail bondsman is the next step.
Aetna Settles Another Lawsuit Over Patient Privacy Concerns
Aetna has settled another lawsuit alleging members’ privacy right have been violated after revealing the HIV status of many individuals it insures.
Jay-Z Agrees to Arbitrate Case with African American Arbitrators
Superstar Jay-Z has agreed to move forward with the arbitration of a trademark case now that there are enough unbiased African American arbitrators agreeing to take it on.
Seafood Company Settles Sexual Harassment Claims
Female workers win settlement over sexual harassment lawsuit filed against Atlantic Capes and BJ’s Service Co., a New Bedford staffing firm.