The case, involving a billionaire entrepreneur, riveted observers in China, where women alleging sexual wrongdoing by powerful men are often pilloried, silenced or both.
Tag: Suits and Litigation (Civil)
Backing Lindt, Swiss Court Orders Lidl to ‘Destroy’ Its Chocolate Bunnies
With Easter still far away, there are none to melt down. But the decision opened a door on the bunny-eat-bunny world of European chocolatiers.
Shakira Is Accused of Tax Evasion in Spain. Here’s What We Know.
Prosecutors have charged the Colombian singer and pop star with six counts of tax fraud for failing to pay 14.5 million euros in income taxes. She could face a steep fine and a prison sentence.
Chinese Billionaire Richard Liu Faces Sexual Assault Trial in the US
Richard Liu, also known as Liu Qiangdong, will be one of the few high-profile Chinese figures to face a courtroom jury over sexual assault allegations.
Your Thursday Briefing: Russia’s ‘Partial Mobilization’
Plus protests in Iran intensify and New York State sues Donald Trump for fraud.
Manchin’s Donors Include Pipeline Giants That Win in His Climate Deal
The controversial Mountain Valley Pipeline is one of several projects the senator has negotiated major concessions for, benefiting his financial supporters.
Hockey Canada to Be Investigated After Settling Sexual Assault Complaints
Canada’s governing body for hockey has come under increasing scrutiny after revelations that it has paid millions of dollars to settle sexual assault and abuse claims.
Breaking Agreement to Use a Condom Is a Sex Crime, Canada High Court Rules
The Supreme Court ruling is one of the strictest in a recent spate of measures addressing deceptive condom use, as courts try to define consent.
‘Wagatha Christie’ Trial: Judge Finds No Libel
The High Court in London ruled against the plaintiff, Rebekah Vardy, putting an end to a social media feud that turned into a high-profile legal face-off.
‘Wagatha Christie’ Trial Verdict Expected on Friday
A feud between two television personalities made its way to a London courtroom. A verdict is due on Friday.