Alabama Poultry Plant Under Investigation for Child Labor and Teen’s Tragic Death

An Alabama poultry company is being investigated for hiring underage workers, just four months after they were found responsible for the death of a 16-year-old employee.  Poultry Business Under Investigation The US Department of Labor is currently investigating an Alabama poultry company that allegedly hired four minors to work under illegal labor conditions. It was … Read more

Nordstrom Settles Lawsuit With Patagonia Over Allegations of “Obvious Counterfeits”

A year-long lawsuit between retailers Nordstrom and Patagonia has finally been settled, as accusations of counterfeit products fly. Counterfeit Accusations Two big US retailers have spent nearly a year going back-to-back over accusations of counterfeit sales that tread all over a company’s trademark. Last week the lawsuit finally came to a close. Lawsuit Settled One … Read more

Maui in Peril As Deadly Wildfires Now Lead to Critical Food Scarcity and Health Issues

Recent research now shows some of the worst effects of the Maui wildfires last year, which have left affected communities struggling and stricken with health and economic problems.  Nine Months On Last year the Hawaiian island of Maui was devastated by raging wildfires, which resulted in the death of dozens of residents and the destruction … Read more