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Bayer Fights Jury Loss in Bid to Minimize Roundup Payouts
If Bayer AG wants to keep total Roundup liability capped at $10 billion, it may be crucial to get a 2018 California court verdict overturned. On Tuesday, the German chemical giant will ask the state appeals court to toss a … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreRare Cyclone to Disrupt Business in India’s Financial Hub
Mumbai, the financial capital of Asia’s third-largest economy, is likely to be affected by a cyclonic storm on Wednesday, potentially causing widespread disruption in business and hurting efforts to fight the virus outbreak in a city that’s emerged as the … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreVirus-Proofing Sports Facilities Presents a Big Challenge
MINNEAPOLIS — The jersey-wearing camaraderie. The scent of sizzling sausages. The buzz before a big game. The distinctive atmosphere of live sports, that feeling in the air, will return in time as pandemic restrictions are eased. But will that very … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreJudge Dismisses Dykstra’s Suit Against Ex-Teammate Darling
NEW YORK — A judge has dismissed Lenny Dykstra’s defamation lawsuit against former New York Mets teammate Ron Darling, ruling the outfielder’s reputation already was so tarnished it could not be damaged more. Dykstra claimed he was defamed when Darling … Source: Claims Journal
Read MorePolice Arrest Man in Arson of Historic Nashville Courthouse
NASHVILLE, Tenn. — A man who set fire to a historic courthouse in Tennessee during weekend protests has been arrested, police said. Wesley Somers, 25, is charged with felony arson, vandalism and disorderly conduct. He is accused of setting fire … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreRyanair Must Face U.S. Shareholder Lawsuit Over Unionization Comments
NEW YORK — Ryanair Holdings Plc and Chief Executive Michael O’Leary failed to persuade a U.S. judge to dismiss a securities fraud lawsuit accusing Europe’s largest budget airline of defrauding them by downplaying its willingness to recognize labor unions. While … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreFlyers May Soon See Iris Scans, Socially Distanced Searches
Travelers returning to flying after coronavirus lockdowns ease can expect a very different experience than before the pandemic hit. The International Civil Aviation Organization has issued guidelines to regulators and operators on how to restart the global air-transport system. The … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreInsured Losses from Riots Reach ‘Catastrophe’ Levels, May Rival Record
Rioting that erupted in cities across the United States after the Memorial Day death of George Floyd in Minneapolis may rival the 1992 Los Angeles riots to become the most costly civil disorder in United States history. The civil disturbance … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreProtests Hammer U.S. Cities Still Recovering From Lockdown
The reopening of America was always going to be fraught, with competing fears of new virus outbreaks and economic meltdown. Now cities across the nation, from New York to Chicago to Los Angeles, are reeling from unrest that could worsen … Source: Claims Journal
Read MoreFlooded Michigan City is Midcentury Architecture Mecca
MIDLAND, Mich. — Christopher Jue knew he was home the moment he and his wife stepped inside the sprawling 62-year-old ranch with brick floors, a sunken living room and built-in desks, shelves and bureaus –hallmarks of an Alden B. Dow … Source: Claims Journal
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