Category: suing

US Military Members Suing 3M Seek Dismissal of Subsidiary’s Bankruptcy

Current and former U.S. military members suing 3M over allegedly defective military earplugs have asked a U.S. judge to dismiss 3M subsidiary Aearo Technologies’ bankruptcy, accusing the company of using bankruptcy to shield itself from litigation, which has grown into the largest mass tort in U.S. history. The servicemembers’ group said late on Thursday that…


Why Apple Is Suing to Halt the Distribution of This Upcoming Film

Apple Inc. has filed a lawsuit against a “Healthy Lifestyle Superhero” movie titled “Apple-Man,” seeking to halt its distribution over concerns that viewers might associate the production with itself. What Happened The action-comedy film—backed by a Kickstarter campaign that has raised EUR 101,717 ($114,187)—says it is a Superhero flick with a “strong social mission.” “My movie…


Exxon and Macquarie in $11.7 Million US Lawsuit Over Broken Gas Contract During Texas Freeze

HOUSTON—Exxon Mobil Corp is suing Australia’s Macquarie Energy in a Texas court to avoid paying $11.7 million for missed deliveries during last month’s winter freeze in the central United States. The lawsuit, filed by Exxon’s natural gas business, said the massive storm and state declarations of emergencies prevented it from fulfilling its supply commitment to…