Posted in In the news on November 24, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Ohio likely to require nuclear reactor audit before renewing bailout Reuters - Ohio’s legislature will likely require the owner of two nuclear power reactors to prove they need financial assistance to remain in service. This follows a bribery scandal related to the passage of...

Posted in In the news on November 17, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. An RBG Moment? Law School Applications Are Way Up LAW.COM - As of Monday, the total number of law school applicants was up 32 percent compared to this time a year ago. The number of applications submitted thus far is up nearly 57 percent....

Posted in In the news on November 11, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Supreme Court Looks Willing to Leave Obamacare Intact CNBC - The Affordable Care Act seems likely to withstand its third challenge at the Supreme Court. During Tuesday's arguments in a case seeking to eliminate Obamacare, two of the court’s conservatives judges indicated they would...

Posted in In the news on November 9, 2020

A New Trend The coronavirus has changed consumer behavior, as shopping has shifted online. Companies are racing to adapt. The pandemic has forced many brick-and-mortar businesses to either begin or improve their efforts in the digital space as consumers seek great online shopping experiences to help them purchase their holiday gifts and supplies. E-commerce...

Posted in In the news on November 4, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. President Trump Vows to Take Election Battle to Supreme Court Law360 - In an early morning press conference, President Donald Trump stated his plans to challenge the results of the presidential election at the U.S. Supreme Court. Trump declared victory in the election while...

Posted in In the news on October 27, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. 45 Missing Children Recovered in Ohio's 'Operation Autumn Hope' USA Today - Law enforcement agencies across Ohio collaborated during a monthlong investigation, termed "Operation Autumn Hope," leading to 179 arrests and the recovery of 45 missing children. In total, 109 human trafficking victims were...

Posted in Automobile, In the news, Product Liability, Product Recall on October 27, 2020

The latest American Association for Justice News Brief covers important product safety news. Marijuana Carries Many Health Risks Similar to Tobacco New York Times - Research suggests that smoking marijuana carries many of the same cardiovascular health hazards as smoking tobacco. “Many people think that they have a free pass to smoke marijuana,” Dr....

Posted in In the news, Product Liability, Product Recall on October 20, 2020

The latest American Association for Justice News Brief covers important product safety news. Battery Fires in Electric Cars Automotive News - General Motors, Ford, Hyundai and BMW have had several electric car fires in the past week. Approximately 171,500 electric vehicle (EV) fires took place annually in the US over a recent three-year period,...

Posted in In the news on October 20, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Odell Beckham Jr. and Drake Involved in Lawsuit Yahoo News - A man named Bennett Sipes is suing rapper Drake, Browns wide receiver Odell Beckham Jr. and Kourtney Kardashian's ex-boyfriend Younes Bendjima over an alleged assault. The incident occurred outside of an L.A. nightclub...

Posted in In the news on October 13, 2020

Here's a roundup of recent legal stories in the news. Notes From Amy Coney Barrett's Confirmation Hearing Reuters - Amy Coney Barrett said on Tuesday at her U.S. Senate confirmation hearing that she is not hostile to the Affordable Care Act. The conservative federal appellate judge declined to specify whether she believes landmark rulings...