Tag: legal liability

Supreme Court Just Changed the Rules for Cannabis Liability Cases

Tate Ellison
Cannabis Liability Case

Supreme Court Ruling Paves the Way for Truck Driver to Seek Treble Damages in THC-CBD Case A new legal precedent has been set in the intersection of employment law, cannabis regulation, and consumer protection. The U.S. Supreme Court recently ruled 5-4 in favor of truck driver Douglas Horn, allowing him to pursue treble damages under the Racketeer Influenced and Corrupt Organizations (RICO) Act. This decision stems from a contentious case surrounding his dismissal after failing a drug test reportedly caused by unknowingly consuming THC in a CBD product. The ruling…

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Lloyd’s of London Braces for Historic Loss After Baltimore Bridge Disaster

Marc
Francis Scott Key Bridge Crash 2024

The insurance industry, led by Lloyd’s of London, faces a potential record-breaking payout in the wake of the catastrophic Baltimore bridge collapse—a sobering reminder of the immense risks inherent in marine transport and infrastructure. A Behemoth of Insurance History for Lloyd’s of London Lloyd’s of London has long stood as an enduring icon in the insurance realm, demonstrating resilience amidst colossal claims. Among the most notable was the payout following the sinking of the Titanic, a testament to the enormity of marine risks that insurers like Lloyd’s contend with. The…

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