Lawsuit

A user reports a PayPal debt sold to debt buyers after missed payments and seeks to verify if a lawsuit exists. They checked local county records but found no matching case. The user is unsure if a text from Cosner Drake/Midland Credit is a scam.

7-Eleven has filed a lawsuit against Nike, alleging that the sportswear giant's new sneaker is a 'copycat' design that uses the convenience store chain's iconic colors.

Advocates opposing a planned ICE facility in the South Bay are disappointed after Gilroy and Morgan Hill chose not to support a lawsuit against the project. Other Bay Area and beyond city and county governments have joined an amicus brief supporting the case.

A childcare center in El Segundo, California, is facing a lawsuit from a toddler's parents, who claim the child fell six feet while playing with a staff member. The lawsuit alleges the injury occurred during supervised playtime.

A lawsuit claims a 2023 state law requires municipalities using speed cameras to provide drivers 45 days from receiving a citation to respond. If successful, Aurora drivers may be eligible for refunds related to these citations.

President-elect De la Espriella has frozen the official handover with the outgoing government, accusing them of corruption. President Petro disputes De la Espriella's election, leading to a legal battle a month before the new president's August 7 inauguration.

A little-known appeals process allowed thousands of wealthy homes to be removed from floodplain maps. A lawsuit filed by Daniel Wong, who had been appointed to serve as Fort Bend County Judge, is part of a leadership dispute in the county.

A lawsuit claims Disney caused increased streaming costs for YouTube TV and DirecTV, leading to a $50M settlement. Disney has denied any wrongdoing.

A $50 million settlement involves a lawsuit blaming Disney for increasing streaming costs on YouTube TV and DirecTV. Disney has denied any wrongdoing in the matter.

A lawyer representing Jewish students at Columbia University received $6.4 million while allegedly exploiting his clients, according to a lawsuit. The lawsuit claims the lawyer used the case as a personal financial opportunity rather than advocating for his clients.

A Georgia teacher was dismissed due to a controversial post related to Charlie Kirk and later received a significant settlement through a lawsuit.

A 21-year-old unpaid NYC Council intern was fired after demanding a $32-an-hour wage and health benefits, claiming she was terminated for these requests and plans to sue the Council. The article notes she comes from a wealthy family.

A physician assistant at Brooklyn College’s health clinic is accused of inappropriately touching female students. The supervisor allegedly dismissed concerns, telling a victim the PA 'has no interest in young girls like you,' according to a lawsuit.

Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter after his Tesla crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing Martha Avila. Ms. Avila's family filed a lawsuit against the driver and the car company.

Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter after his Tesla crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing Martha Avila. Avila's family filed a lawsuit against Tesla and Butler.

Michael Butler was charged with manslaughter after his Tesla crashed into a home in Katy, Texas, killing Martha Avila. Avila's family filed a lawsuit against Butler and Tesla.

A pilot was bitten by a bat after a swarm invaded his hotel room, according to a lawsuit. The suit claims hotel staff failed to adequately repair an opening through which the bats entered, prompting the pilot to attempt to block the hole with a towel.

A pilot was bitten by a bat after a swarm invaded his hotel room, according to a lawsuit. The bats entered through an opening underneath an air-conditioning unit at the Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel.

A lawsuit could result in federal lawmakers receiving thousands in back pay and a significant salary increase if decided in their favor, potentially costing taxpayers millions. The outcome hinges on the resolution of this ongoing legal case.

Tenants at a north Minneapolis public housing complex are experiencing issues similar to those that led to a lawsuit against the property’s former owner in St. Louis. The lawsuit in St. Louis cited 'intolerable conditions' years before the current crisis at Heritage Park.

Atrium Health has settled a lawsuit related to its online portal for $1.8 million. Patients who had a MyAtriumHealth or MyCarolinas account between January 1, 2015, and April 10, 2024, are eligible for payouts.

A University of Tennessee professor will receive $1.9 million to settle a lawsuit after being disciplined over social media posts criticizing conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The professor's posts labeled Kirk as a 'disgusting psychopath', leading to the legal dispute.

Stephen Cipres, a former Hawaii real estate mogul, allegedly used client homes for a four-year affair with his assistant, Sarah Dombrose. He is now facing lawsuits from Dombrose and her ex-partner.

A pilot was bitten by a bat after a swarm entered his Sheraton hotel room, resulting in over $100,000 in rabies shot costs and a lawsuit. His attorney, Edward Lomena, described the incident as frightening.

A lawsuit highlights the need for Samsung and SK Hynix to address changes in the technology sector, as the era of consumer tech driving disinflationary economic trends appears to be ending. The article suggests this shift marks a significant departure from a 25-year pattern of technological advancements reducing costs.

A Reedley farmer is being sued for attempting to sell his nectarines, so he is giving them away for free. The farmer claims he has no other option due to the ongoing legal dispute.

A Reedley farmer is being sued for attempting to sell his nectarines and has opted to give them away for free instead. The farmer claims the lawsuit left him no other option but to distribute the fruit.

A Reedley farmer is giving away over 125,000 pounds of nectarines for free after being sued for attempting to sell them. He claims legal action left him no choice but to distribute the fruit at no cost.

A professor at San José State University is suing the institution over what they describe as a 'gross violation' of their rights. The lawsuit has been reported by Emma Whitford.

A 70-year-old man is suing San Diego for $35 million. The lawsuit stems from a sidewalk fall that caused him a broken neck and back.

The author of 'Careless People' claims Meta surveilled her for 12 months to enforce a gag order, leading to a lawsuit. The article has garnered 111 points and 33 comments on Hacker News.

A former cashier at a Queens Dollar Tree alleges her manager assaulted her by pressing his pelvis into her backside while entering his manager code into the register, according to a lawsuit. The incident is described as a persistent and deliberate action by the manager.

Inver Grove Heights City Council approved a one-year moratorium on data centers, including a proposed 50,000-square foot project on Carmen Avenue, amid a potential lawsuit threatening $150 million in damages. Residents submitted an environmental petition with 700 signatures, and the city negotiated noise reductions and landscape barriers.

A federal judge has allowed a lawsuit over the U.S. Department of Justice's 'anti-weaponization' fund to proceed. Judge Leonie Brinkema stated that a short written declaration under penalty of perjury would have been sufficient to dismiss the case.

Netanyahu accuses journalist Uri Misgav of endangering him by revealing his location to Iran and claims to share medical reports more openly than other premiers. The accusations occur during a lawsuit hearing.

Red Lobster's $20 'Endless Shrimp' deal, which led to bankruptcy, is alleged in a lawsuit to have been a scheme by its owners to squeeze profits, rather than a failed experiment.

A judge ruled that a lawsuit against the Trump DOJ's 'anti-weaponization' fund will proceed. The decision allows legal action to continue regarding the fund's purpose.

A federal judge ordered the Trump administration to explain the tarp covering the Kennedy Center by next month, following questions about plans for the performing arts venue amid a pending lawsuit. The judge required a joint status report within seven days.

Camp Mystic filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy nearly a year after a deadly flood killed 25 girls and two counselors at the Texas camp. The camp listed over $10 million in debts and assets between $100,001 and $500,000, while families of victims sued for more than $1 million, alleging failure to protect attendees during the flood. The owner, Richard Eastland, also died in the disaster.

Camp Mystic in Texas filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy with debts exceeding $10 million and assets between $100,001 and $500,000, nearly a year after catastrophic floods killed 25 girls and two teenage counselors. Families of victims sued the camp, alleging failure to protect attendees during the July 4 flood, which also killed the camp's owner, Richard Eastland, and 133 others along the Guadalupe River.