Serious Motorcycle Crash in Whitestown Sends Rider to Hospital After SUV Collision

Susan Marks (London School of Economics and Political Science - Law) has published Trucanini's Stare: Reconsidering Dignity in Theory and Practice (Cambridge Univ. Press 2025). Here's the abstract:A central concept in international human rights law and many national constitutions is human dignity. Departing from established approaches to dignity in philosophy and legal theory, Susan Marks takes dignity in everyday life ('dignified care', 'dignity in the workplace', etc.) as a starting point for reconsidering the concept's history and significance. The result is a highly original work which gives particular attention to colonial and post-colonial engagements with dignity, and emphasises the character of human dignity as not just an idea or abstract value, but also a lived experience that cannot be understood without reference to social structures and the inequalities and hierarchies they reproduce. If dignity is an attribute which all human…

The United States Supreme Court ruled on Thursday in favor of seven American gun manufacturers in a lawsuit brought by the Mexican government accusing them of aiding and abetting Mexican cartels. In its holding, the Supreme Court concluded that Mexico’s complaint failed to show that the seven gun manufacturers had participated in unlawful firearm sales to Mexican drug traffickers, and that the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act (PLCAA)—a federal statute restricting lawsuits against gun sellers and manufacturers—barred the suit. The Court reasoned that Mexico had made a general accusation against the manufacturers, but failed to cite to any “specific wrongful acts” that the manufacturers allegedly participated in to “promote” the trafficking of weapons to Mexican cartels. Justice Elena Kagan also noted that while the cartels may “covet” firearms, “millions of law-abiding Hispanic Americans” also seek them.…

Spring and summer are around the corner, and for motorcycle riders across the country, that means one thing: riding season is here. As the days grow longer and the weather warms up, the call of the open road becomes irresistible. But before you fire up your engine and twist the throttle, it’s essential to make sure you’re fully prepared for a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable season of riding. This guide will walk you through the steps every motorcyclist should take to get ready for riding season and discuss the essential gear and attire you should wear every time you hit the road. Pre-Ride Season Motorcycle Inspection and Maintenance Before you think about heading out, your first priority should be your motorcycle. A bike that’s been sitting idle during the winter months needs a comprehensive inspection to ensure it’s road-ready. Check Your Tires Tires are your only contact with the road. Look for signs of wear, dry rot, or cracking, especially along…

A multi-vehicle collision occurred on State Route 1 near Mesa Road in Marin County on Saturday, June 7, 2025, at approximately 2:46 PM. The incident involved three vehicles: a white Honda Accord, a black Tesla, and a gray Lexus. Emergency services were promptly dispatched to the scene, and one individual sustained injuries requiring transportation to Terra Linda Kaiser by Marin Fire. The collision temporarily obstructed the northbound lanes of SR1, but the roadway was cleared by 3:35 PM. A towing service was called to assist with vehicle removal, ensuring the area was safe for traffic to resume. The cause of the accident is currently under investigation by local authorities. Motorists are advised to exercise caution when traveling through the area, as traffic conditions may still be affected by residual congestion. Our thoughts are with the injured individual and all those impacted by this unfortunate event. Potential Legal Considerations When someone is hurt…

Columbia Global Freedom of Expression seeks to contribute to the development of an integrated and progressive jurisprudence and understanding on freedom of expression and information around the world.  It maintains an extensive database of international case law. This is its newsletter dealing with recent developments  in the field. When Indian journalist Rana Ayyub discovered a pornographic deepfake targeting her, she started throwing up. “I just couldn’t show my face,” Rana told HuffPost in 2018. “You can call yourself a journalist, you can call yourself a feminist but in that moment, I just couldn’t see through the humiliation.” Years of abuse followed that incident, turning Rana into a symbol of online harassment against women in the press today. Over time, cyberviolence – and image abuse in particular – has evolved. Non-consensual dissemination of intimate images (NCII) is one…

Medical malpractice can have devastating consequences for patients and their families. When a healthcare provider makes a serious error—such as a misdiagnosis, a surgical mistake, or a medication error—victims may be able to file a medical malpractice lawsuit to seek compensation. However, Pennsylvania law imposes strict time limits for filing these lawsuits, known as the statute of limitations. If you miss the deadline, your case may be dismissed, and you could lose your chance to recover damages. This article provides a detailed overview of Pennsylvania’s medical malpractice statute of limitations, exceptions that may extend the deadline, and what to do if you believe you have a case. Understanding these laws is crucial if you or a loved one has been harmed by medical negligence.   What is the Pennsylvania Medical Malpractice Statute of Limitations? The statute of limitations is a legal deadline that determines how long a victim has to file a lawsuit…

On June 5, 2025, the United States Supreme Court issued a unanimous opinion in Ames v. Ohio Department of Youth Services, clarifying the legal standards that apply in workplace “reverse discrimination” cases. The Court held that plaintif fs are not subject to a heightened burden when alleging discrimination simply because they are part of a majority group. This decision is a significant victory for workers of all backgrounds and reinforces that Title VII protects everyone equally from discriminatory employment practices. The Facts of the Case Marlean Ames, a heterosexual woman, had worked for the Ohio Department of Youth Services since 2004. In 2019, she applied for a newly created management position within the agency. The role was ultimately given to a lesbian colleague. Soon after, the employer demoted Ms. Ames from her role as a program administrator to an executive secretary—a position she had held 15 years earlier. This demotion came with a significant…

The FDA has warned consumers not to sell, serve or eat the distributor August Egg Company’s brown cage free and brown certified organic chicken eggs—1.7 million of them been recalled. The recalled eggs should no longer be placed on sale. They were sold under many different brand names at stores and restaurants; brands affected include Sunnyside, Sun Harvest, Raleys, Marketside, O Organics, Nulaid, First Street, and Clover. If you were made sick by recalled eggs, call the experienced Chicago-based food safety lawyers Moll Law Group about your case. Billions have been recovered in cases with which we’ve been involved all around the nation. Contact the Seasoned Lawyers of Moll Law Group The FDA and CDC are looking into illnesses in an outbreak of Salmonella Enteritidis infections that has been associated with the brown cage free eggs and brown certified organic eggs. The CDC found that 79 people in seven states have reported Salmonella infections believed to be…

So what would happen if human CEOs were replaced with automated versions? The Hustle looked into that, noting that CEOs often do work that AI is strong at–budgeting, tracking a company’s performance, and making executive decisions based on data, that eliminating their very high pay could be a substantial corporate cost savings, and that even 49% of CEOs think most or all of their duties could be replaced by AI. So they tested that proposition by producing an automated CEO for three companies aiming for revival: Nike, Southwest Airlines, and Starbucks. This is what they found. While each company’s AI CEO showed individual strengths and weaknesses given each company’s circumstances, “Overall, the AI CEOs’ ideas weren’t much different than those of their human counterparts…” However, “the AI CEOs didn’t mirror their human counterparts on everything. When it came to topics like layoffs and customer…

In the employment context, “reverse discrimination” occurs when an employer discriminates against a member of a majority group, instead of a minority. While claims of unlawful reverse discrimination under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 are rare, they do occasionally occur. Some federal circuits treated reverse discrimination claims under Title VII differently than traditional discrimination claims involving minorities. The reverse discrimination plaintiffs were required to prove a heightened standard to establish their claims. In the recent Supreme Court case, Ames v. Ohio Dep’t of Youth Services, 605 U.S. ___ (2025), the Supreme Court ended the practice of holding reverse discrimination plaintiffs to different standards. The Miami business litigation attorneys of the Mavrick Law Firm represent businesses and their owners in breach of contract litigation and related claims of fraud, non-compete agreement litigation, trade secret litigation,…

I’ll post some academic pieces over the weekend. First up, Leonard C. Brahin in the Barry Law Review: Evidentiary and substantive presumptions are a well-established tool that courts employ when addressing a variety of legal problems. These presumptions streamline… Continue reading The post Brahin, “Redistricting and the Origins of the Good Faith Presumption” appeared first on Election Law Blog.

Parental alienation often leads to difficulties within custody battles, and understanding its influence can be vital for everyone involved. This situation arises when one parent manipulates a child against the other parent, often without the child’s conscious awareness. Such behavior can confuse children, harm their relationships with both parents, and even affect the child’s mental well-being. For parents caught in custody disputes in Texas, recognizing and proving parental alienation can greatly influence the outcome of the case. Knowing the signs and ways to gather evidence helps present a strong case that protects both the child and parental rights. The challenge with parental alienation is that it often happens subtly, making it hard to identify. When a child suddenly starts resisting contact without clear reasons or repeats negative statements about a parent that sound rehearsed, it might be a sign of parental alienation. Both parents and legal…

Automatic Stay Violations Filing for bankruptcy is often a difficult but necessary step for individuals or businesses overwhelmed by debt. It offers a legal pathway to regain control of finances and start fresh. One of the most immediate and powerful protections it provides is the automatic stay, a court-ordered shield that halts all collection efforts the moment a bankruptcy petition is filed.The automatic stay is not just a procedural formality; it’s a necessary lifeline at times. It stops wage garnishments, foreclosures, lawsuits, harassing phone calls, and other aggressive creditor actions, giving the debtor much-needed breathing room to reorganize or eliminate debts under the protection of federal law.But what happens when creditors ignore this legal shield and continue their collection efforts anyway? What Is an Automatic Stay? The automatic stay is a fundamental protection built…

[Trump v. Hawaii may block a challenge based on unconstitutional discrimination. But it does not preclude a nondelegation case. Other recent developments may actually bolster that approach.] (NA)In my previous post on Trump's massive new travel ban, I noted that the Supreme Court's badly flawed ruling in Trump v. Hawaii (2018) probably precludes challenges based on discriminatory intent. But I also noted there is an alternative path to striking down the new travel ban: nondelegation doctrine. That path remains open because Trump v. Hawaii did not consider nondelegation issues; indeed the word "nondelegation" isn't even mentioned in any of the majority, concurring, and dissenting opinions in that ruling. In this post, I outline how it can be done. The basic idea is very simple. The Supreme Court has held that there must be at least some limit to congressional abdication of legislative power to the executive. If anything violates that constraint, …

A hit-and-run collision in Stockton left two pedestrians hospitalized Thursday evening, highlighting ongoing concerns about pedestrian safety in the area. The incident occurred on Poplar Street near Madison Street at approximately 9:00 p.m. on June 5, 2025, according to the Stockton Police Department. Details of the Stockton Hit-and-Run Incident Emergency responders arrived at the scene to find a man and a woman who had been struck by a vehicle. Both victims sustained injuries and were immediately transported to a local hospital for treatment. The extent of their injuries remains unknown at this time. The driver behind the collision fled the scene before police arrived, making this a hit-and-run case under investigation by Stockton authorities. Police have not released information about the suspect vehicle or any potential witnesses. The Poplar Street and Madison Street intersection is a busy area that sees significant pedestrian traffic throughout the day and evening.…

  In Guevara, v. Castro, 2025 WL 1553209 (Fifth Circuit.,2025) A.F. was born May 3, 2018 to Jose Leonardo Brito Guevara and Samantha Estefania Francisco Castro. Castro and Brito lived together with A.F. in the home of Brito’s mother in Venezuela until they separated in July 2019. Following their separation, Brito was granted custody rights over A.F. In August 2021, Brito relocated to Spain for a better-paying job. While in Spain, Brito continued to support A.F. financially, maintained regular contact through video calls and voice messages, and stayed in close contact with A.F.’s grandmother. The district court found that Brito was exercising his custody rights throughout his time in Spain. Until late 2021, A.F. had lived exclusively in Venezuela.. In November 2021, Castro removed A.F. from Venezuela without Brito’s consent and unlawfully entered the United States. After presenting herself and A.F. to U.S. Border Patrol in San Luis, Arizona, Castro…

Emergency vehicle accidents present unique legal challenges and safety concerns for everyone on the road. A recent collision between a Fresno County fire engine and a Ford Bronco highlights the serious risks when emergency responders race to save lives and property. The Fresno County Fire Engine Accident On Thursday, just before noon, a Fresno County Fire engine responding to a grass fire collided with a Ford Bronco at the intersection of American and Maple avenues. The fire truck was operating with emergency lights activated when the Ford Bronco entered the intersection, resulting in a collision between the front of the SUV and the left side of the fire engine. The impact was severe enough to cause the fire engine to roll over, demonstrating the significant forces involved in such accidents. Both firefighters in the engine, along with the driver of the Ford Bronco, sustained pain-related injuries and were transported to a local hospital for treatment. Understanding Emergency…

The belief that a physician’s written prescription must accompany every petition for benefits requesting medical care has taken on the status of religious doctrine in Florida workers’ compensation practice. This blog aims to challenge and clarify that misconception. A petition for benefits is the workers’ compensation equivalent of a civil complaint. It is the legal vehicle used to initiate litigation against the employer and its insurance carrier (E/C). Section 440.192, Florida Statutes, outlines the required contents of every petition, its purpose being to equip E/C with sufficient information to make informed decisions. The so-called prescription doctrine finds its supposed legal foundation in Section 440.192(2)(i), which states: “The type or nature of treatment, care, or attendance sought and the justification for such treatment. If the employee is under the care of a physician for an injury identified under paragraph (c), a copy of the…