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Kia, Hyundai Sued by Major Metros
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Kia, Hyundai Sued by Major Metros

Kia and Hyundai theft stories continue to make headlines in the wake of a viral social media "challenge”. Spurred on by the influence of a group calling itself the "Kia Boyz," bored teens across the country have contributed to the rapid rise in thefts of certain Hyundai and Kia models. While some suggest it's the fault of owners who leave behind their electronic accessories, the reality is that Hyundai and Kia sold these cars with limited security features in order to undercut their competitors on price.

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Tiger Woods and the Breakup Fake-ation: Latest Lawsuit Could Set Historic Precedent
Christine Sterkel Christine Sterkel

Tiger Woods and the Breakup Fake-ation: Latest Lawsuit Could Set Historic Precedent

Erica Herman has filed two lawsuits against former partner Tiger Woods and his Trust in the wake of their split last October. The former partner of the golf icon is seeking both financial compensation and a release from a nondisclosure agreement signer by her at the beginning of their relationship. Herman is seeking release from the NDA on account of a new provision – known informally as the Speak Out Act. Passed by Congress in November 2022 and signed into law by President Biden in December, the Ending Forced Arbitration of Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Act of 2021 is designed to protect the rights of victims of sexual harassment or sexual assault. In other words, an NDA can potentially be invalidated based on accusations of sexual harassment or assault.

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