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Lawsuits
Houston residents face Aug. 28 deadline to sue the federal government over Harvey floods
Jul 25, 2023
Fewer than half the homeowners entitled to file claims have done so, and the August 28 deadline is looming.
Lawsuit by Henrietta Lacks’ descendants asks key questions about intellectual property
May 20, 2022
The Black woman's cells, taken in 1951 without her consent, spurred medical advances worth billions. Now a judge has to decide if her family is entitled to a share of the profits.
Brits push back against SLAPP lawsuits that "gag" critics of oligarchs
Apr 29, 2022
The U.K. government has promised to act against the suits that allow wealthy litigants to abuse libel law and deter reporting on their finances.
In opioid settlement, Native American tribes prove themselves as a legal force
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Lily Jamali
Feb 3, 2022
The deal marks a shift in how tribes are treated when they seek financial restitution from corporations in the courts.
Fallout from pandemic job loss: Workplace lawsuits
Apr 13, 2021
Many people have lost jobs due to the pandemic. Some are suing their former employers.
The hangup on the Hill: Who's liable for COVID infections at work or school?
Dec 11, 2020
Congressional Republicans want schools and businesses to be protected from lawsuits.
How the election certification process works, and why it matters
Nov 13, 2020
Election certification happens after every general election. This year, it’s looking to be costly.
For public good, not for profit.
Hundreds of people die in workplace shootings each year. Why are lawsuits so rare?
Jun 26, 2019
Some laws make it hard to hold companies accountable, but some lawyers are willing to take a chance.
Investors finance lawsuits for potentially big returns
Nov 22, 2018
The practice of advancing portions of expected personal injury settlements to plaintiffs draws scrutiny from states.
A look back at the "pivot to video" after a new lawsuit alleges Facebook misled about video viewership
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Ben Bradford
Oct 19, 2018
The measurement error may have impacted more than just advertisers.