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State Farm and ISO: Billions in Illicit Profits from Private Information
A complaint, filed on January 20, 2023, alleges that State Farm illegally submitted personal and confidential information about Plaintiffs’ insurance claims, including medical treatment information, to Verisk / ISO for inclusion in an immense database it maintains, resulting in billions of dollars in profit for these entities.
The Man Who Killed Jim Crow
The first general counsel of the NAACP, Charles Hamilton Houston exposed the “separate but equal” doctrine and paved the way for the Supreme Court ruling outlawing segregation in schools. The legal brilliance Houston used to undercut the “separate but equal” principle and champion other civil rights cases earned him the moniker “The Man Who Killed Jim Crow”.
Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher
In 1949, Ada Lois Sipuel Fisher became the first African American student admitted to OU Law. Her admission to law school, however, was preceded by a three-year legal battle. At the time of her application to OU’s law school in 1946, Oklahoma schools were segregated, and she was denied admission on racial grounds. With the support of civic leaders and grassroots supporters, Fisher, along with her attorney Thurgood Marshall, challenged the decision through the court system, ultimately reaching the U.S. Supreme Court, which would ultimately rule unanimously in her favor. Fisher was finally admitted to the OU College of Law on June 18, 1949. Her landmark case laid the groundwork for the elimination of segregation in public education nationwide.
Lessons Learned from a Failed Rent-to-Own Agreement
Are you considering a rent-to-own agreement? Stop and read this post to know the risks involved. This post will discuss things that go wrong with rent-to-own contracts. We will also provide some tips on how to avoid these problems. So, if you are considering entering into or have already signed one of these agreements, read this post first.
The Four R’s: Oklahoma Senator Unveils Promising Education Plan for Oklahoma
In a press conference last Wednesday afternoon, Senate Education Committee Chairman Adam Pugh unveiled his personal education agenda for the upcoming 2023 Oklahoma legislative session. Pugh’s priorities include proposals that would raise teacher pay, require school districts to provide 12 weeks of maternity leave, and reform various bureaucratic components of the Oklahoma’s education system.
Jury Awards Rap Artist Flo Rida a Major Legal Victory Against Celsius Energy Drink
Should I Stay or Should I Go Now?
The Federal Trade Commission has proposed a rule that would prohibit most non-compete clauses in employment contracts, calling it “a widespread and often exploitative practice that suppresses wages, hampers innovation, and blocks entrepreneurs from starting new businesses.” The agency estimates that the rule may increase wages by nearly $300 billion per year and expand career opportunities for approximately 30 million workers.
Can Non-U.S. Citizens File a Lawsuit in Oklahoma?
A non-U.S. citizen can still file a lawsuit in Oklahoma. The law of Oklahoma states that "any person" may sue or be sued, regardless of their citizenship status or country of origin. This can be especially helpful for those living in Oklahoma but not holding U.S. citizenship.
Ed White Law Secures Second Appellate Victory Against Bank of America
Musk: Not an Absolutist About Free Speech
All things indicate that Musk may not be an absolutist regarding free speech. Apparently, his feelings get hurt when the speech relates to him
Kanye’s Got Beef With an Aussie Burger Joint
No Shame in Ye’s Game: Beef with an Australian Burger Joint
Flight Crews Deserve More than Peanuts
Flight crews often work long runs, frequently without rest breaks. Then, they are often asked to pull another run with only minimal time between shifts. Airlines are failing to pay for overtime, actual hours worked, and waiting time penalties and do not provide accurate wage statements for flight crews who are based in certain states, particularly California, or do more of their work there than any other state.
Hopper: The Most Hated Travel App on the Internet?
Travelers are drawn to Hopper’s claims of lower rates and flash sale price freezes, but when plans change, it becomes clear to consumers that this business was built on false advertising and forced arbitration. We aim to hold this company accountable.
Mariah Carey and the “Christmas Queen” Controversy
All Mariah Carey wants for Christmas is a new trademark, and singers Darlene Love and Elizabeth Chan are fighting back.
Don’t Get Swindled by Solar
Solar companies have made it their practice to deceive homeowners about the true costs of installing solar panels on their homes. They’ve provided substandard installation, and they have left homeowners with increased utility costs and damaged homes, all while pressing them to sign unconscionable contracts that leave consumers feeling helpless.
Justice for Camp Lejeune
This week, the Camp Lejeune Justice Act of 2022 was passed and will soon be enacted into law. The legislation creates a landmark remedy for individuals, particularly veterans and their family members, who resided, worked, or were exposed to latent disease by the water supply at Camp Lejeune in North Carolina between August 1, 1953, and December 31, 1987.
An Open Letter from a Lawyer Who Knows Better
New Mandate Causes Mask Confusion
Russia Allows Companies to Steal Intellectual Property from Unfriendly Nations
Russia has effectively legalized intellectual property theft from anyone affiliated with countries “unfriendly” to it, declaring that unauthorized use will not be compensated.
The Cost of Staying Safe
As winter storm Uri swept across the south central US last February, Oklahomans scrambled to prepare. To keep the heat running, Oklahoma Natural Gas made a last-minute decision to purchase fuel from the expensive “spot market” at nearly 600 times the usual price. Now, a year later and battling more ice, officials say Oklahoma residents have to foot the entire $1.37 billion dollar bill, a plan approved by the state’s three-member utility regulator, the Oklahoma Corporation Commission.