Kansas Sues Pfizer Over Covid-19 Vaccine’s Safety, Efficacy
Jun 17, 2024 · Kansas on Monday sued Pfizer Inc., accusing the pharmaceutical giant of misrepresenting the safety of its Covid-19 vaccine and violating the state’s consumer protection law.. The lawsuit was filed by state Attorney General Kris Kobach in Kansas District Court, Thomas County. The suit alleges the drugmaker misled the public when it said it had a safe and effective Covid-19 vaccine.
401(k) Student Loan Match Perk Hindered by Employer Hesitation
Companies have been slow to offer an enticing new perk—a 401(k) match for employees’ student loan payments—because of compliance and logistical concerns even as the IRS cleared the way for employers to provide the benefit.
DOJ Set to Drop Federal Cases Against Trump Before Inauguration
Nov 6, 2024 · The special counsel overseeing the federal criminal cases against Donald Trump is preparing to drop the prosecutions of the president-elect before he is sworn in, according to a Justice Department official.. Special Counsel Jack Smith is evaluating how to wind down two federal cases against Trump in order to comply with a department policy that a sitting president can’t be prosecuted, said ...
Musk $56 Billion Pay Case Final Ruling Expected by End of Year
Nov 1, 2024 · A final ruling in the landmark litigation challenging Elon Musk’s $56 billion pay package, which a judge voided in January, will come by the end of the year, according to a filing by the judge.. Delaware Chancellor Kathaleen St. J. McCormick acknowledged in a letter to both sides late Thursday that a decision on the case’s remaining issues …
Quick Camp Lejeune Payout Unlikely for Most, Claim Data Shows
Jan 4, 2024 · The Justice Department declined to comment on the data analysis. In court filings, its lawyers said the department had approved 52 early resolution offers and that 28 other claims currently in litigation appear to meet the criteria for an expedited payout.
Texas Judge Tosses Biden Overtime Expansion for Millions (2)
Nov 15, 2024 · A Texas federal judge has struck down a US Department of Labor rule that would have expanded overtime eligibility to four million new workers, kneecapping one of the Biden administration’s most substantial labor policies.
Covid-19 Vaccine Injury Program Hit With Federal Lawsuit
Oct 12, 2023 · Individuals who say they were injured by Covid-19 vaccines are suing the Biden administration over a payout process that shields drug companies from lawsuits, saying it’s unconstitutional and deprives them of their right to a jury trial.
RFK Jr. Wins Deferred Injunction in Vax Social Media Suit (1)
Feb 15, 2024 · Robert F. Kennedy Jr. won a preliminary injunction against the White House and other federal defendants in his suit alleging government censorship of his statements against vaccines on social media.
UnitedHealth Faces Antitrust Probe by US Justice Department (2)
Feb 28, 2024 · The US Department of Justice has initiated an antitrust investigation into UnitedHealth Group Inc., people familiar with the matter said Tuesday.. The probe opens a new layer of scrutiny on the largest US health insurer that operates in pharmacy benefits, medical care, technology and other services.
US Investigating SAP, Carahsoft for Possible Price-Fixing (1)
German software developer SAP SE, product reseller Carahsoft Technology Corp. and other companies are being probed by US officials for potentially conspiring to overcharge government agencies for years.. Since at least 2022, Justice Department lawyers have been looking at whether SAP — which makes accounting, human resources, supply chain and other business software used across the globe ...