Injured Amazon Workers Turn to GoFundMe for Support

Injured Amazon workers are facing financial struggles as they are unable to work and are seeking compensation and disability benefits. Some employees who have been injured while working in Amazon's warehouses have turned to online fundraising campaigns to help pay their bills. Three current workers shared their experiences, describing the difficult and bureaucratic process they have encountered while trying to receive financial support. One of the workers even ended up homeless due to their injury. Amazon had previously pledged to create the safest work environment, but these workers' stories paint a different picture of their experiences.

Supreme Court to Hear Hungary’s Appeal in Holocaust Survivor Lawsuit

The Supreme Court has decided to hear Hungary's appeal to dismiss a lawsuit filed by Holocaust survivors seeking compensation for property seized from them during World War II. This marks the second time the Supreme Court has become involved in the ongoing legal battle between Hungary and the survivors.

easyJet Apologizes for Leaving Wheelchair Passengers Behind in Belfast

easyJet has issued an apology following an incident where three wheelchair users were left stranded in Belfast after a flight took off without them. The airline expressed regret for the oversight and assured that they are investigating the matter to prevent similar incidents from happening in the future.

British Gas apologizes for pursuing man over incorrect bill error

British Gas has issued an apology after a man was mistakenly pursued over an incorrect bill of £2,500. The man was informed by the company that his details were being sent to a debt collector due to the billing error. British Gas has acknowledged the mistake and expressed regret for causing unnecessary distress to the individual.

Crystal’s Victory: A Win for the Queer Community

In a significant victory for the queer community, drag artist Crystal recently won a libel case against actor Laurence Fox. After a lengthy legal battle spanning 3.5 years, Crystal was awarded £90k in damages for defamation by Fox on social media. This triumph holds great significance for the entire queer community, as it sets a precedent for standing up against discrimination and hate speech. Emma Henderson delves into the implications of this victory and what it means for the ongoing fight for equality and justice.

Boohoo investors seek £100m in damages after minimum wage scandal

Investors in Boohoo are pursuing over £100m in damages from the online fashion retailer following a significant drop in share price in 2020. Reports emerged alleging that Boohoo's suppliers in Leicester were exploiting workers by paying them as little as £3.50 per hour, which led to a sharp decline in the company's stock value. The share price plummeted by more than 40%, resulting in a loss of over £1.5bn in market capitalization. The investors are now seeking compensation for the financial losses they incurred due to the minimum wage scandal.

Victorian Police Officer’s Dismissal Overturned After Homophobic Remarks

A Victorian police officer who made homophobic remarks towards a gay man who had reported family violence has successfully appealed his dismissal from the force. The officer was ordered by the Victorian Police Registration and Services Board to pay $10,000 in compensation to a gay colleague and $2,000 to the Victorian Pride Centre for his "disgraceful" comments. The board deemed the dismissal to be too harsh and instead imposed the financial penalties as punishment.