Nov 25, 2024
California Governor Gavin Newsom speaking at a press conference, with California flags in the background.
California Governor Gavin Newsom recall effort gathers steam

Article II, section 13, of the California State constitution states that: Recall is the power of the electors to remove an elective officer. In 2003, largely due to an electricity crisis that sent utility bills soaring, California recalled its then-governor, Gray Davis. One of two states ever to have used... Read More »

A person examining a bottle of Roundup weed killer in a store aisle among other cleaning products.
Bayer Tries Once Again to Limit Roundup Liability

Bayer AG recently proposed a $2 billion compensation cap for future claims against its product Roundup. Plaintiffs have accused Bayer of causing cancer via the popular weedkiller used by farmers and home gardeners. Founded in 1863, the German-based multinational pharmaceutical and life sciences company is one of the world's largest... Read More »

Members of the Arkansas Senate seated at their desks during a session discussing the Medical Ethics and Diversity Act.
Arkansas Senate Approves Health Care Religious Objections Bill

The Arkansas Senate has approved a measure titled the Medical Ethics and Diversity Act. The measure which was introduced by Sen. Kim Hammer passed in a near-sweeping vote of 27-6 by the majority-Republican Senate. If the Medical Ethics and Diversity Act passes the house and is signed by the governor,... Read More »

Exterior view of Mamajuana Cafe, a restaurant located in New York City, adorned with holiday lights.
Bankruptcy Fraud: Examples and Defenses

In New Jersey, a restaurant owner pleaded guilty to bankruptcy fraud that dates back to when he filed in February 2017. His name is Victor Osario and he is 53 years old from Cresskill in Bergen County. When filing for bankruptcy three years ago, he did not mention his ownership... Read More »