Lego Announces an End to Gendered Toys to Combat Gender Bias
In a move meant to foster inclusivity, Lego Group recently announced it will no longer label toys by gender.
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Electric Automaker Rivian Slapped with Gender Discrimination Lawsuit
Rivian recently found itself on the receiving end of a lawsuit alleging gender discrimination.
Oriskany Central School District Ordered to Pay Former Principal $484K
The Oriskany Central School District was recently ordered to pay a former principal $484,456.
Potential Metal Contamination Prompts Recall of Tastycake Cupcakes
Tastykake cupcakes are being recalled over concerns they may contain pieces of metal mesh wire.
Two Bangor Hospitals Hit with Wrongful Death Lawsuit
A wrongful death suit was recently filed against two Bangor hospitals and a couple medical professionals over the 2017 death of Herbert T. Pelletier, 86, of Milford.
Maplewood Local School District Hit with Lawsuit for Alleged Gender Discrimination
Maplewood Local School District is at the center of a lawsuit over allegations of gender discrimination.
U.S. Justice Department Sues Penguin Random House to Stop Merger with Simon & Schuster
The U.S. Justice Department is suing Penguin Random House to stop the book publisher from merging with its competitor, Simon & Schuster.
Dole Fresh Vegetables Inc. Recalls Garden Salad Over Listeria Concerns
Certain bags of Dole salad are being recalled over concerns they may be contaminated with listeria.
Awon Phie LLC Agrees to Settle Pregnancy Discrimination Suit for $30K
Awon Phie LLC recently agreed to pay $30,000 to settle a pregnancy discrimination lawsuit.
Wrongful Death Suit Against Camp Besco Can Proceed to Court, Appellate Justices Rule
The Camp Bisco music festival is at the center of a wrongful death lawsuit after a patron died back in 2016.