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BP, Chevron, Walmart, and other fuel retailers are being sued over allegations they used AI in a gas price-fixing scheme, causing Californians to pay more for fuel. The lawsuit was structured to become a class action, and could end up involving tens of thousands, possibly millions, of consumers.
As cities host millions of World Cup fans, anti-trafficking advocates are raising concerns about how large sporting events can create opportunities for exploitation. Experts say awareness, early intervention, and survivor support are critical to combating sex trafficking.
A delayed Stevens-Johnson syndrome diagnosis can leave children facing serious complications. Learn how pediatric SJS develops, why early symptoms are often missed, and when families may seek answers about medication risks or medical malpractice.
Mixed results in recent Johnson & Johnson talc powder trials shows these ovarian cancer lawsuits are extremely complex and far from guaranteed. With more than 67,000 claims still pending, evidence and exposure history may determine who recovers compensation.
As self-driving trucks expand across U.S. highways, questions remain about safety, crash investigations, and who may be liable when autonomous trucking technology is involved in a serious accident.
A new federal MDL involving Boston Scientific spinal cord stimulators was established on June 5. It comes as more than 80,000 device injuries have been reported. Patients allege defective spinal cord stimulators caused severe pain, revision surgeries, and renewed dependence on opioid medications.
Many people associate Stevens-Johnson syndrome with prescription drugs, but some widely used OTC medications have also been linked to the condition. Learn which medications have been identified in reports, the symptoms to watch for, and why early treatment matters.
As more states consider Trey’s Law and similar legislation, lawmakers are questioning whether non-disclosure agreements belong in child sex abuse settlements. Supporters argue that limiting NDAs could help survivors speak openly, promote accountability, and prevent future abuse.
Roughly 1,700 lawsuits were filed into the Depo-Provera brain tumor MDL in just one month, pushing the dangerous pharmaceutical mass tort past 5,500 cases. A critical June Daubert hearing will determine if expert testimony linking the birth control shot to meningiomas can be presented to juries.
New research connects Ozempic and Wegovy to vision loss as GLP-1 lawsuits continue to grow nationwide. Studies suggest semaglutide users may face a higher risk of NAION, a form of sudden blindness, while litigation over alleged failure-to-warn claims gains momentum.
A single loading mistake can trigger rollovers, debris-related crashes, and multi-vehicle collisions. Here's what motorists should know about the risks posed by improperly loaded commercial trucks.
Recent reports of inappropriate conduct involving lawmakers have drawn attention to the challenges staffers face when reporting sexual harassment and sexual assault in Congress.
