Shakira's Tax Evasion Case

Shakira settled a $15 million tax fraud case with Spanish authorities, speaking out about her frustrations and the impact on her children. She was fined and faced a suspended sentence to protect her kids.

FBI mishandling of child sex abuse allegations

FBI failed to properly address child sex abuse allegations, leading to a settlement of $138.7 million for mishandling reports against Larry Nassar.

Death of D'Vontaye Mitchell at Hyatt Regency Hotel in Milwaukee

D'Vontaye Mitchell, a 43-year-old Black man, died after being detained by security guards at a Hyatt Regency Hotel in Milwaukee. A settlement was reached with the hotel's operator aimed at comforting Mitchell's family. Four workers accused of killing Mitchell were ordered to stand trial on murder charges.

Legal Battle Over Free Speech in Academia

Former Bakersfield college professor Matthew Garrett reached a $2.4 million settlement with Kern Community College District after years of legal battles over free speech and DEI issues on campus.

Hawaii 2023 Wildfires Lawsuit Settlement

Hawaii's Democrat governor announces settlement nearing in lawsuits regarding 2023 wildfires reaching over $4 billion, following devastating wildfires in Lahaina. Fires fueled by invasive alien grassland species on abandoned farms. Governor Green hopes to finalize details by Aug. 6, close to one-year anniversary of fire that killed 102 people. Lawsuits filed for loss of life and destruction. Poor vegetation management a major factor in wildfires.

Tennessee woman wins settlement after refusing COVID-19 vaccine

A Tennessee woman won a $687,240 settlement after being fired for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine due to religious beliefs. Her employer mandated the vaccine, but she was denied a religious exemption.

Tennessee woman fired for refusing COVID-19 vaccine requirement

A Tennessee woman fired from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee for refusing the COVID-19 vaccine requirement due to religious beliefs received a settlement of nearly $700,000.

University of Virginia $9 Million Settlement for Campus Shooting Victims

The University of Virginia reached a $9 million settlement with the families of victims of a 2022 campus shooting that killed three university football players and wounded two other students. The families are demanding the release of an independent investigation report into the shooting. The alleged shooter, a UVA student and former football team member, displayed red flags before the attack.

The Death of Gabby Petito and Legal Proceedings

Former Los Angeles DA Joshua Ritter discusses new revelations in the Laundrie depositions regarding the death of Gabby Petito and New York's bail reform chaos after Taylor Swift's alleged stalker was arrested for the third time. Gabby Petito's mother forgives Brian Laundrie but condemns his mother, Roberta, for her actions. The Laundries settled a lawsuit with Petito's family earlier this year.

Settlement between Peter Strzok, Lisa Page and Department of Justice

Disgraced FBI agents Peter Strzok and Lisa Page reach a tentative settlement with the Department of Justice over privacy rights violation due to release of text messages disparaging Trump during Russian collusion investigation.

Navajo Nation Water Rights Settlement

The Navajo Nation Council has approved a proposed water rights settlement to secure water for its tribe and two others in the drought-stricken Southwest, potentially the most expensive enacted by Congress. The settlement involves seeking over $5 billion, with a major portion funding a pipeline from Lake Powell to deliver water to tribal communities.

Norfolk Southern Train Derailment Settlement

A Norfolk Southern freight train derailed in East Palestine, Ohio, causing a disaster in 2023. A $600 million class action settlement has been approved by a federal judge in May 2024. Norfolk Southern will pay $235 million for EPA's clean-up costs, a $15 million civil penalty, and $25 million for a community health program. The company will spend over $1 billion to fix contamination and improve rail safety.

Toxic Train Derailment Settlement in East Palestine

The Justice Department and EPA announced a $310 million settlement with Norfolk Southern Railway over a toxic train derailment in East Palestine. Norfolk Southern will improve rail safety, pay for health services, fund environmental monitoring, pay a civil penalty, and take other actions. Residents reported health issues due to the incident. President Biden's administration faced criticism for delayed response compared to former President Trump's visit.

Norfolk Southern Derailment Settlement

A $600 million class action settlement has been approved for the Norfolk Southern derailment in Ohio, but residents are still unsure about how much they will receive. The settlement addresses property damage and personal injury claims within a certain radius of the derailment.

Apple Settlement for iPhone 7 Audio Issues

Apple is offering a settlement of up to $349 to U.S. residents who experienced audio problems with iPhone 7 or 7 Plus between 2016 and 2023. The settlement comes as a result of a lawsuit filed by plaintiffs in 2019. Users can check eligibility and submit a claim by June 3rd.

Sean 'Diddy' Combs Assault Video

Cassie Ventura's lawsuit against Sean 'Diddy' Combs for rape and abuse was settled. A 2016 surveillance video shows Combs assaulting Ventura in a hotel corridor. The video aligns with Ventura's allegations in the lawsuit.

California School District Settles with Christian Ex-Teacher

A California school district has settled with a Christian ex-teacher who was fired for refusing to hide students' gender identities from parents and use preferred pronouns. The teacher received $360,000 in the settlement.

Christian teacher fired for refusing to hide students' gender transitions

Christian teacher Jessica Tapia secured a $360,000 settlement after being fired for refusing to hide students' gender transitions. She stood by her religious beliefs despite pressure from her former employer, Jurupa Unified School District.

Philips CPAP Machine Recall Settlement

Philips reached a $1.1 billion settlement for CPAP machines causing injuries to users due to foam breakdown. Settlement includes personal injury claims and financial loss. Recalled machines sold between 2008-2021. Philips denies fault but offers compensation and plans to fix the issue.

Settlement with U.S. Justice Department for Larry Nassar Victims

The U.S. Justice Department has agreed to pay approximately $100 million to settle claims with about 100 people who say they were sexually assaulted by sports doctor Larry Nassar. An internal investigation found that FBI agents mishandled abuse allegations more than a year before Nassar's arrest in 2016. Nassar, a former doctor for Michigan State University athletics and USA Gymnastics, is serving decades in prison for assaulting female athletes under the guise of treatment.

Settlement of Defamation Lawsuit between Smartmatic and One America News

Voting technology company Smartmatic and One America News settle defamation lawsuit over lies about 2020 election. OAN has spread false claims about Smartmatic's role in the election. Smartmatic still has pending lawsuits against Fox News, Newsmax, and pro-Trump figures. OAN faces separate defamation lawsuit from Dominion over 2020 election lies.

Norfolk Southern settlement for train derailment in Eastern Ohio

Norfolk Southern agrees to a $600 million settlement for a fiery train derailment in Eastern Ohio.

Norfolk Southern settles class-action lawsuit for train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio

Norfolk Southern settles a class-action lawsuit for $600 million after a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio, in February 2023. The settlement covers personal injury claims and compensation for residents and businesses affected by the derailment.

Tesla Settlement with Family of Apple Engineer in Autopilot Crash

Tesla settles a lawsuit with the family of an Apple engineer who died in a crash involving Autopilot technology. The crash occurred in 2018 when the vehicle veered into a highway barrier while the Autopilot system was engaged. The settlement terms remain confidential.

Norfolk Southern Settlement for East Palestine Train Derailment

Norfolk Southern agrees to pay $600 million in a class-action lawsuit settlement related to the toxic East Palestine, Ohio, train derailment in February 2023. The settlement will resolve class action claims within a 20-mile radius and personal injury claims within a 10-mile radius from the incident.

Walmart Settlement for Overcharging Grocery Items

Walmart reaches a $45 million settlement in a class-action lawsuit for overcharging on certain grocery items, eligible customers can file claims until early June for cash payments.

New York City settles lawsuit with Muslim women over hijab removal

New York City has agreed to pay $17.5 million in a settlement after two Muslim women were forced to remove their hijabs for mugshots, violating their rights. The settlement will be split among thousands of people who are expected to file eligible claims.

Governor Ron DeSantis settles legal battle with Disney

Gov. Ron DeSantis settles legal battle with Disney over governing control of Reedy Creek Improvement District in Florida, mainstream media previously predicted DeSantis would lose but settlement ends in his favor.

Sexual Assault Allegations Against Matt Schlapp

Republican operative receives $480,000 settlement to drop sexual assault lawsuit against ACU chairman Matt Schlapp; Schlapp claims innocence and exoneration, settlement paid through insurance policy, lawsuit initially sought $9 million in damages.

Disney settles litigation with Central Florida Tourism Oversight District

Disney settles litigation with Central Florida Tourism Oversight District selected by Governor Ron DeSantis, opening a new chapter of constructive engagement. The settlement does not apply to ongoing litigation with DeSantis over control of the theme park district.

Criminal Case of Massachusetts Veterans' Home Officials

Two former officials of a veterans home in Massachusetts settled their criminal case without jail time after being charged with criminal neglect in connection to COVID-19 deaths. The facility faced severe staffing and testing shortages during the early days of the pandemic.

Visa and Mastercard Settlement on Swipe Fees

Visa and Mastercard settle with U.S. merchants on swipe fees, potentially saving consumers billions. The deal lowers and caps fees, allowing small businesses to collectively bargain for rates. However, industry groups believe more needs to be done for long-term relief.

Archaeology

A well-preserved settlement in modern-day Britain provides insight into life 3,000 years ago.

Impact of Settlement on Zillow's Business Model

Zillow faces challenges after a settlement that could impact real estate agents' commissions, potentially leading to revenue drops and changes in business model. Analysts have mixed views on the company's future.

Sports Illustrated & Uber Legal Developments

Sports Illustrated secures a major deal to continue publishing despite laying off most of its staff and facing an AI scandal. Uber settles a class action lawsuit with Australian taxi operators and drivers for $178 million.

Apple Settlement on Class-Action Lawsuit

Apple has reached a $490 million settlement to resolve a class-action lawsuit that alleged Chief Executive Tim Cook defrauded shareholders by concealing falling demand for iPhones in China.

Florida's 'Don't Say Gay' Law

A settlement has been reached that rolls back part of Florida's 'don't say gay' law, which bans instruction on gender identity.

Florida Settlement on 'Don't Say Gay' Law

Florida officials and civil rights attorneys reached a settlement allowing discussions on sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms, clarifying that the 'Don't Say Gay' law doesn't prohibit such conversations. The law also doesn't restrict LGBTQ+ representation, anti-bullying rules, or Gay-Straight Alliance groups in schools.

Florida Settlement on Discussing Sexual Orientation and Gender Identity in Classrooms

A settlement in Florida allows for discussion of sexual orientation and gender identity in classrooms without it being part of instruction, clarifying confusion created by the 'Don't Say Gay' law. The law remains intact but now permits discussing LGBTQ+ people, anti-bullying rules, and Gay-Straight Alliance groups.

Firing of Vermont High School Snowboarding Coach

A Vermont high school snowboarding coach, David Bloch, won a $75,000 settlement from the school after being fired for criticizing transgender athletes but won't get his job back. The coach, a devout Christian, was fired for discussing physical advantages of male bodies over female bodies in sports with students.

Church Militant shutting down after defamation lawsuit settlement

Right-wing Catholic media outlet Church Militant is shutting down after settling a defamation lawsuit with an apology and $500,000 payment. Founder Michael Voris was ousted for breaking the 'morality code.' The lawsuit was filed by a canon lawyer and priest who was smeared in an article. Church Militant expressed regret and apologized for any distress caused.