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OxyContin maker bankruptcy deal goes before the Supreme Court on Monday
WASHINGTON — The Supreme Court is hearing arguments over a nationwide settlement with OxyContin maker Purdue Pharma that would shield…
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Roommates sue Maryland county over death of pet dog shot by police
Roommates who sued a Maryland county Monday claim police officers illegally entered their apartment without a warrant, detained them at…
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Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs accused of sexual abuse by two more women
NEW YORK — Two more women have come forward to accuse Sean “Diddy” Combs of sexual abuse, one week after…
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OxyContin maker’s settlement plan divides victims of opioid crisis. Now it’s up to the Supreme Court
WASHINGTON — The agreement by the maker of OxyContin to settle thousands of lawsuits over the harm done by opioids…
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F1 fans file class-action lawsuit against the Las Vegas Grand Prix
They’re seeking seeking at least $30,000 in damages. ByMARK ANDERSON AP sports writer November 18, 2023, 3:31 PM Work is…
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Bill Cosby accuser files new lawsuit under expiring New York survivors law
A woman who said Bill Cosby sexually assaulted her when she was a young comedy writer more than 50 years…
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Reporter who is refusing to divulge her sources could be held in contempt of court
WASHINGTON — In a case with potentially far-reaching press freedom implications, a federal judge in Washington is weighing whether to…
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British judge says Prince Harry’s suit against Daily Mail publisher can go to trial
A British judge has ruled that a lawsuit by Prince Harry, Elton John and five other celebrities accusing a tabloid…
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Virginia teacher shot by 6-year-old can proceed with $40 million lawsuit, judge rules
NEWPORT NEWS, Va. — A teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student in Virginia can press forward with her…
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Alabama court says state can execute inmate with nitrogen gas
MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A divided Alabama Supreme Court said the state can execute an inmate with nitrogen gas, a method…
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