Katy Boose

Katy Boose is a journalist and PR professional with experience writing for nonprofits, public agencies, and private organizations. She holds a BA from Wilfrid Laurier University, plus additional PR and marketing communications degrees.

More Vehicles Recalled Due to Fire Risks

In May, Ford announced a recall of its 2021 Ford Expeditions and Lincoln Navigators built between late 2020 and early 2021. The recall is restricted to these SUVs, which were

By Katy Boose

/ 31 May 2022

Ford Expedition on fire in a New York State parking lot.

Who Pays for Gig Workers Injured on the Job?

As the gig economy grows across the country, more U.S. workers are turning to side hustles or other jobs to help make ends meet. More than 36% of workers

By Katy Boose

/ 16 May 2022

Wegmans grocery store interior with Instacart worker wearing a shirt advertising same-day delivery.

Larry Nassar Sex Abuse Survivors Are Suing the FBI

Months after USA Gymnastics and over 300 young female athletes finalized a settlement agreement, 13 survivors of sex abuse by Larry Nassar have turned their attention to the FBI. Nassar

By Katy Boose

/ 28 Apr 2022

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) Indianapolis Division building.

Lawsuit Filed Over Florida "Don't Say Gay" Law

At the end of March, Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis signed the “Parental Rights in Education” bill, which will limit any classroom instruction on gender and sexuality for those aged five

By Katy Boose

/ 12 Apr 2022

Florida Governor Ron DeSantis appointing judges to Miami’s Eleventh Judicial Circuit Court.

Legal Happenings with Texas Investigations into Gender-Affirming Care

As states continue to introduce legislation to restrict gender-affirming care for transgender children, Texas has taken a step further. In February, Governor Greg Abbott instructed Texas’ Department of Family and

By Katy Boose

/ 21 Mar 2022

Transgender Pride flag painted on a brick wall.

How Does the Supreme Court Nomination Process Work?

Since Supreme Court Justice Stephen Breyer announced his retirement in January after nearly 28 years on the bench, experts have been speculating who will take his place. President Joe Biden

By Katy Boose

/ 11 Feb 2022

Interior of the courtroom at the United States Supreme Court.

Opioid Settlements Reached in Florida, Texas with Drugmaker Endo

Nearly 10 million Americans abused prescription opioids in 2019, according to the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Between 1999-2019, about 500,000 Americans overdosed on addictive pain

By Katy Boose

/ 3 Feb 2022

Front view of a prescription bottle with generic opioid tablets on a rustic table painted with stars of the American flag.

Ghislaine Maxwell's Trial Outcome and Possible Appeal

After deliberating for five days in December, a federal jury found British socialite Ghislaine Maxwell guilty of facilitating American financier Jeffrey Epstein’s abuse of underage girls. The verdict came

By Katy Boose

/ 20 Jan 2022

Thurgood Marshall U.S. Courthouse, site of the Ghislaine Maxwell trial.

Supreme Court Rules On Vaccine Mandates

On January 13, the Supreme Court issued its decisions on two controversial COVID vaccine mandates. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) mandate would require employers with 100 or more

By Katy Boose

/ 14 Jan 2022

COVID-19 vaccine bottle, syringe, and gavel on a wooden table.

Supreme Court Hearing Arguments About Biden's Vaccine Mandate

During the first week of January, the Supreme Court began hearing expedited arguments in cases related to President Biden's mandates regarding COVID-19 vaccinations.

By Katy Boose

/ 13 Jan 2022

“Equal Justice Under Law” engraving above the entrance to the U.S. Supreme Court building.

Opioid Distributors Reach Settlement with Cherokee Nation

In September, the Cherokee Nation reached a settlement agreement with three of the largest opioid distributors in the country. AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health and McKesson have agreed to pay $75 million

By Katy Boose

/ 5 Oct 2021

“Dr. Death” May Get You Thinking About Dangerous Doctors

The new Peacock TV show “Dr. Death” may have you thinking about dangerous doctors. How do dangerous doctors fall through the cracks? What’s the difference between a medical malpractice

By Katy Boose

/ 20 Sep 2021

Sinister-looking doctor sitting at a desk, holding a syringe.