Supreme Court Snubs Out Tobacco Industry Appeals Amidst Thousands of Smoker Lawsuits
The ruling could cost the tobacco industry billions, but barriers remain for smokers hoping to recoup the damages wrought by cigarettes.
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California A.G. Becerra Says Federal Immigration Detention Centers Lack Oversight
The Immigration and Customs Enforcement agency says its private contractors are strictly monitored, but California finds a lack of transparency troubling.
Cardiologist Faces Sexual Battery Charges, Continues to Practice
A Smyrna, Tennessee cardiologist still has an active medical license even though he faces sexual battery charges.
Oklahoma Trial Underway Against Opioid Manufacturers
An Oklahoma trial against opioid manufacturers could act as a benchmark to determine what role the companies play in creating a nationwide epidemic.
White House’s Decision to Strip Alabama Student and Islamic State Recruit of Citizenship is Problematic
Stripping naturalized Americans of their citizenship is nothing new, but Hoda Muthana’s birthright claim isn’t easy.
Gwyneth Paltrow Counter-Sues Man Over 2016 Ski Slope Collision
In response to a $3.1 million lawsuit filed by Terry Sanderson over allegations that Gwyneth Paltrow ran him over on a Utah ski slope, the actress has filed a counter suit.
13 Car Insurance Facts You Need to Know
Car insurance is a must, but it’s not necessarily the easiest purchase to navigate.
Green Beans, Squash Recalled Over Listeria Concerns
A recall notice was recently issued for Southern Specialties Inc. Marketside brand butternut squash and green beans over concerns the products may be contaminated with Listeria.
Rutherford County, State of Tennessee Pay $250K to Settle Case Involving Special Needs Teen and Solitary Confinement
Earlier this week, Rutherfod County and the State of Tennessee agreed to a $250,000 settlement to end a case alleging a special needs teen was placed in solitary confinement at Rutherford County Youth Detention Center.
Catholic Church Promises Further Reforms to Curb Child Sex Abuse
High-ranking Catholic officials in the U.S. are promising big changes, but critics of the Church say it’s playing little more than an old trick: waiting without ever really reforming.