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lawsuit

[law-soot] / ˈlɔˌsut /


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She shared details of the allegations in a New York Times article published before her lawsuit.

From BBC • Apr. 2, 2026

The department did not respond to questions about Gordon’s comments or his lawsuit.

From Salon • Apr. 1, 2026

It earlier agreed to release roughly $36 million in federal funds to NPR for the public radio satellite system, resolving a portion of the lawsuit.

From The Wall Street Journal • Mar. 31, 2026

An L.A. resident filed a lawsuit over the zoo’s decision and sought to halt the elephants’ transfer.

From Los Angeles Times • Mar. 31, 2026

Although she lost the lawsuit, many people saw Anthony as the winner.

From "Votes for Women!" by Winifred Conkling