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The Justice Department is taking action to prevent the $3.3 billion merger between UnitedHealth and Amedisys

Nov 192 min read

The Justice Department is taking action to prevent the $3.3 billion merger between UnitedHealth and Amedisys

The U.S. Justice Department, alongside state attorneys general from Maryland, New York, New Jersey, and Illinois, has filed a lawsuit to blo

Trump’s Victory Signals Major Changes to Public Health Policies and Reproductive Rights

Stephen Wick

Nov 112 min read

Public Health

Trump’s Victory Signals Major Changes to Public Health Policies and Reproductive Rights

President Donald Trump’s election victory, significant changes to the nation’s public health and insurance policies are expected, with impli

Examining the Implications of the U.S. Court of Appeals Decision on American Airlines and JetBlue's Northeast Alliance

Stephen Wick

Nov 102 min read

Travel

Examining the Implications of the U.S. Court of Appeals Decision on American Airlines and JetBlue's Northeast Alliance

In a landmark decision, the U.S. Court of Appeals for the First Circuit upheld the ruling from the U.S. District Court for the District of M

Hershey Faces Legal Action Due to 'Forever Chemicals' Found in Chocolate Packaging

Stephen Wick

Nov 93 min read

Public Health

Hershey Faces Legal Action Due to 'Forever Chemicals' Found in Chocolate Packaging

According to classaction.org, the lawsuit points out that PFAS often originate from coatings intended to repel grease and moisture in packag

Analyzing the Allegations: Sitejabber's Deceptive Consumer Review Practices and the FTC's Response

Stephen Wick

Nov 73 min read

Investigations

Analyzing the Allegations: Sitejabber's Deceptive Consumer Review Practices and the FTC's Response

FTC has proposed a settlement that would restrict Sitejabber from making misleading claims about consumer ratings or reviews in the future.

False Advertising Claims: The Justice Department Resolve Allegations Against Lyft Inc with $2.1M Settlement

Stephen Wick

Nov 43 min read

Criminal Justice

False Advertising Claims: The Justice Department Resolve Allegations Against Lyft Inc with $2.1M Settlement

In a notable development, the Justice Department and the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) have announced a settlement requiring Lyft Inc. to p

Outbreak of E. coli Linked to McDonald’s Onions: Federal Investigation Underway

Stephen Wick

Oct 314 min read

Public Health

Outbreak of E. coli Linked to McDonald’s Onions: Federal Investigation Underway

The FDA is currently coordinating with Taylor Farms to assess the need for additional recalls and to confirm that no recalled onions were so

FTC to Refund Over $1 Million to Consumers Misled by Rhinelander Auto Center

Stephen Wick

Oct 294 min read

Investigations

FTC to Refund Over $1 Million to Consumers Misled by Rhinelander Auto Center

The complaint further alleges that the dealership discriminated against American Indian customers by adding excessive markups to their finan

Atwater's of Baltimore Issues Urgent Recall of Spider Web Tarts Due to Undeclared Almond Flour

Stephen Wick

Oct 293 min read

Investigations

Atwater's of Baltimore Issues Urgent Recall of Spider Web Tarts Due to Undeclared Almond Flour

The recall was prompted after it was discovered that the almond-containing product was mistakenly distributed without proper labeling, due t

States Remain Silent on Complaints Against Exeter Finance Amid Santander Settlement

Stephen Wick

Oct 253 min read

Investigations

States Remain Silent on Complaints Against Exeter Finance Amid Santander Settlement

ProPublica reveals that a dozen states that pursued legal action against Santander Consumer USA for high-interest loans have largely ignored

Justice Department Takes Action Against Discrimination in Home Appraisals

Stephen Wick

Oct 244 min read

Investigations

Justice Department Takes Action Against Discrimination in Home Appraisals

The case centers around a Black homeowner who applied for refinancing with Rocket Mortgage in January 2021. To facilitate the required appra

Dakota Tom's Sandwiches Issues Voluntary Recall Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

Stephen Wick

Oct 233 min read

Investigations

Dakota Tom's Sandwiches Issues Voluntary Recall Due to Possible Listeria Contamination

Listeria monocytogenes can pose serious health risks, particularly to young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. W

Consumer Alert: Mayland AG Warns of Charity Scams Amid Hurricane Relief Efforts in the Southeast

Stephen Wick

Oct 184 min read

News

Consumer Alert: Mayland AG Warns of Charity Scams Amid Hurricane Relief Efforts in the Southeast

Before you donate, it’s crucial to verify the legitimacy of any charitable organization. Check if the charity is registered with the Marylan

Executives Sentenced for Price-Fixing Scheme in Savannah Concrete Market

Stephen Wick

Oct 184 min read

Criminal Justice

Executives Sentenced for Price-Fixing Scheme in Savannah Concrete Market

A corporation along with four of its executives received sentences for their involvement in an extensive scheme to manipulate prices, coordi

New York Attorney General Secures Refunds for Solar Eclipse Hotel Reservation Cancellations

Stephen Wick

Oct 154 min read

Investigations

New York Attorney General Secures Refunds for Solar Eclipse Hotel Reservation Cancellations

In March 2024, however, the Aloft Buffalo Airport Hotel began canceling reservations without notifying guests, leaving many unaware of their

Eight Indicted in $68 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme in Brooklyn, NY

Stephen Wick

Oct 115 min read

Investigations

Eight Indicted in $68 Million Medicaid Fraud Scheme in Brooklyn, NY

The scheme involved two social adult day care centers and a home health care financial intermediary that reportedly paid kickbacks for serv

Marriott Settles Data Breach Investigation for $52 Million: Attorney General Anthony G. Brown Announces Multistate Efforts

Stephen Wick

Oct 94 min read

Investigations

Marriott Settles Data Breach Investigation for $52 Million: Attorney General Anthony G. Brown Announces Multistate Efforts

The settlement requires Marriott to enhance its data security practices, adopt a risk-based approach, and provide specific consumer protecti

FTC Shuts Down $40 Million Unauthorized Billing and Credit Card Laundering Schemes Targeting CBD and Keto Products

Stephen Wick

Sep 252 min read

Criminal Justice

FTC Shuts Down $40 Million Unauthorized Billing and Credit Card Laundering Schemes Targeting CBD and Keto Products

A federal court, at the FTC's request, has approved settlements requiring marketers of CBD and keto products to forfeit assets—including a M

Urgent Recall: Innovation Bakers Pulls 7-Eleven Fudge Brownies Due to Undeclared Walnuts

Stephen Wick

Sep 163 min read

Public Health

Urgent Recall: Innovation Bakers Pulls 7-Eleven Fudge Brownies Due to Undeclared Walnuts

Consumers are urged to avoid eating these brownies, which are marked with the Lot Code: Best By Wednesday 0911. Affected customers can retur

Nevada Man Convicted for Defrauding Banks of Over $11 Million in Pandemic Relief Funds

Stephen Wick

Sep 94 min read

Investigations

Nevada Man Convicted for Defrauding Banks of Over $11 Million in Pandemic Relief Funds

His expenditures included purchasing approximately 25 residential properties, two luxury vehicles, funding a personal investment account, an

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