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Japanese Court Clears TEPCO Executives in Fukushima Meltdown Case
A Japanese court cleared four former Tokyo Electric Power Company executives of responsibility for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown, overturning a lower court's \$90 billion damage ruling; the decision is based on the argument that available tsunami predictions did not mandate immediate actions.
Japanese Court Clears TEPCO Executives in Fukushima Meltdown Case
A Japanese court cleared four former Tokyo Electric Power Company executives of responsibility for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear meltdown, overturning a lower court's \$90 billion damage ruling; the decision is based on the argument that available tsunami predictions did not mandate immediate actions.
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48% Bias Score
Japanese High Court Overturns \$90 Billion Fukushima Ruling
A Japanese high court overturned a lower court's ruling, absolving former Tokyo Electric Power Company executives from \$90 billion in damages for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, citing the unforeseeability of the massive tsunami despite a 2008 internal estimate of a potential 15.7-meter tsunam...
Japanese High Court Overturns \$90 Billion Fukushima Ruling
A Japanese high court overturned a lower court's ruling, absolving former Tokyo Electric Power Company executives from \$90 billion in damages for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, citing the unforeseeability of the massive tsunami despite a 2008 internal estimate of a potential 15.7-meter tsunam...
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German Court to Rule on Landmark Climate Lawsuit Against RWE
Today, the Hamm Higher Regional Court will decide whether RWE, a German energy company, must contribute to protective measures against a potential glacial lake outburst flood threatening the home of Peruvian farmer Saúl Luciano Lliuya, who claims RWE's greenhouse gas emissions contribute to the risk...
German Court to Rule on Landmark Climate Lawsuit Against RWE
Today, the Hamm Higher Regional Court will decide whether RWE, a German energy company, must contribute to protective measures against a potential glacial lake outburst flood threatening the home of Peruvian farmer Saúl Luciano Lliuya, who claims RWE's greenhouse gas emissions contribute to the risk...
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Judge Rejects Johnson & Johnson's Third Bankruptcy Attempt over Talc Lawsuits
A US federal judge rejected Johnson & Johnson's third attempt to use bankruptcy to create a $11 billion trust fund for women claiming talc-related cancer, citing irregularities in the approval process where only 75% of claimants approved the deal. The judge stated that the best course of action was ...
Judge Rejects Johnson & Johnson's Third Bankruptcy Attempt over Talc Lawsuits
A US federal judge rejected Johnson & Johnson's third attempt to use bankruptcy to create a $11 billion trust fund for women claiming talc-related cancer, citing irregularities in the approval process where only 75% of claimants approved the deal. The judge stated that the best course of action was ...
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Norfolk Southern Sues to Share East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, caused by an overheated bearing on a GATX railcar, which released toxic chemicals; this trial will determine the financial responsibil...
Norfolk Southern Sues to Share East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 2023 East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, caused by an overheated bearing on a GATX railcar, which released toxic chemicals; this trial will determine the financial responsibil...
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Norfolk Southern Sues GATX and OxyVinyls Over East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 3, 2023, East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, arguing that the railcar owner and chemical manufacturer share responsibility for the accident and its consequences.
Norfolk Southern Sues GATX and OxyVinyls Over East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 3, 2023, East Palestine, Ohio train derailment, arguing that the railcar owner and chemical manufacturer share responsibility for the accident and its consequences.
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36% Bias Score
Tokyo Court Overturns 84 Billion Euro Fukushima Fine
A Tokyo appeals court overturned an 84 billion euro fine against four former Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) executives, who were found liable in 2022 for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, because the court deemed the tsunami unforeseeable; however, plaintiffs are calling for a larger fine.
Tokyo Court Overturns 84 Billion Euro Fukushima Fine
A Tokyo appeals court overturned an 84 billion euro fine against four former Tokyo Electric Power Company (Tepco) executives, who were found liable in 2022 for the 2011 Fukushima nuclear disaster, because the court deemed the tsunami unforeseeable; however, plaintiffs are calling for a larger fine.
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Supreme Court Dismisses Mexico's Lawsuit Against US Gun Manufacturers
The Supreme Court unanimously rejected Mexico's $10 billion lawsuit against US gun manufacturers for their alleged role in cartel violence, citing the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which shields gun companies from liability unless a state or federal law violation is present, which the s...
Supreme Court Dismisses Mexico's Lawsuit Against US Gun Manufacturers
The Supreme Court unanimously rejected Mexico's $10 billion lawsuit against US gun manufacturers for their alleged role in cartel violence, citing the Protection of Lawful Commerce in Arms Act, which shields gun companies from liability unless a state or federal law violation is present, which the s...
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Charleston Climate Lawsuit Hearing to Test Federal Preemption
A South Carolina court will hear a climate change lawsuit against oil companies, starting May 29th, with the defendants citing the Clean Air Act and President Trump's Executive Order 14260, which aims to curb such lawsuits, as grounds for dismissal.
Charleston Climate Lawsuit Hearing to Test Federal Preemption
A South Carolina court will hear a climate change lawsuit against oil companies, starting May 29th, with the defendants citing the Clean Air Act and President Trump's Executive Order 14260, which aims to curb such lawsuits, as grounds for dismissal.
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60% Bias Score
Norfolk Southern Sues GATX and OxyVinyls to Share East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 2023 East Palestine train derailment, arguing that both companies share responsibility for the accident and subsequent cleanup.
Norfolk Southern Sues GATX and OxyVinyls to Share East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 2023 East Palestine train derailment, arguing that both companies share responsibility for the accident and subsequent cleanup.
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36% Bias Score
Norfolk Southern Sues GATX and OxyVinyls for Share of East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 2023 East Palestine train derailment, arguing they bear partial responsibility for the accident and subsequent cleanup, despite a prior unsuccessful lawsuit regarding environment...
Norfolk Southern Sues GATX and OxyVinyls for Share of East Palestine Derailment Settlement Costs
Norfolk Southern is suing GATX and OxyVinyls to share the $600 million cost of a class-action settlement for the February 2023 East Palestine train derailment, arguing they bear partial responsibility for the accident and subsequent cleanup, despite a prior unsuccessful lawsuit regarding environment...
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Peruvian Farmer Sues RWE for Climate Change-Related Damages
A Peruvian farmer is suing German energy giant RWE for its contribution to glacial melt threatening his town, seeking €17,000 towards flood protection; the case sets a precedent for corporate climate liability.
Peruvian Farmer Sues RWE for Climate Change-Related Damages
A Peruvian farmer is suing German energy giant RWE for its contribution to glacial melt threatening his town, seeking €17,000 towards flood protection; the case sets a precedent for corporate climate liability.
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40% Bias Score
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