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Kentucky Landlord to Pay $150,000 to Settle Sexual Harassment Claims Against Female Tenants

The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Danny Bell, the owner and manager of residential rental properties in Somerset, Kentucky, has agreed to pay $150,000 to resolve a lawsuit alleging he sexually harassed female tenants in violation of the Fair Housing Act, according to an official announcement from the department.

Everybody Loves Your Money · Aug 11

Former deputy mayor and Mamdani nemesis sued to block the city's pied-à-terre tax. The city froze the judge's pause within hours

Randy Mastro has sued the Mamdani administration five times already since leaving office under Mamdani's predecessor Eric Adams.

Fortune · Aug 11

US human rights groups sue Trump over anti-ICC push

Four US human rights groups filed a lawsuit challenging the Trump administration's campaign against the International Criminal Court. They argue sanctions prevent vital work pursuing justice for major global crimes. The administration claims the court threatens American sovereignty and personnel. This legal action follows similar suits and past judicial blocks…

The Economic Times · Aug 11

In-N-Out Sued For Religious Discrimination After Christian Cook Is Fired Over Sunday Shifts

Arianna Rodriguez, a former In-N-Out employee, is suing the chain for religious discrimination, claiming her dismissal followed a dispute over Sunday church attendance and alleged unequal treatment

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

Federal Court Rejects Meta and TikTok Immunity, Big Techs To Face Over 3,000 Youth Addiction Lawsuits

The 9th Circuit Court has rejected Meta and TikTok's appeal, allowing over 3,000 lawsuits to proceed, challenging the companies' use of platform features that allegedly harm minors

International Business Times UK · Aug 11

Mayor Mamdani Sent 17,000 Tax Notices For His NYC Luxury Property Surcharge— Now a Judge Has Temporarily Blocked the Rollout Because of One Issue

New York City’s attempt to identify properties subject to its new pied-à-terre tax has triggered a lawsuit and temporary court block, with homeowners arguing that the city is incorrectly targeting properties held through trusts and limited liability companies.

Benzinga · Aug 11

Russia bars its only anti-war party from September elections

The Supreme Court ruling came just days after the Central Election Commission had unanimously approved the party's registration, prompting speculation that the initial approval was itself a Kremlin-orchestrated manoeuvre.

Euronews · Aug 11

US court rules Meta, other tech firms must face thousands of lawsuits over social media addiction

The San Francisco-based 9th U.S. Circuit ​Court of Appeals rejected an appeal by Meta and TikTok seeking to overturn a lower court ruling requiring them to face more than 3,000 lawsuits filed in federal court, saying the companies had appealed too early.

The Economic Times · Aug 11

The 'Miracle Lawyer' Case Balloons to $400 Million as Plaintiffs Multiply — and Nobody Can Say Where She Is

Alexandra Lozano's collapsed immigration practice now faces an expanded federal lawsuit with 34 plaintiffs, a second class action alleging mass-produced fraudulent filings, and a reported federal criminal inquiry — all while her own attorney says he cannot locate her.

Latin Times · Aug 10

Former firefighter claims oysters from a steakhouse caused him brain damage: lawsuit

Joseph Belgio, 44, suffers from ‘severe cognitive deficits’ and will need ‘lifelong, around-the-clock care,’ his lawyer says

The Independent UK · Aug 10