Barry Law Professor Arrested for Sexual Images of Minors and Non-Consensual Images of Students
What Occurred: On February 18, 2026, Barry University School of Law Professor Glen-Peter Ahlers (age 70, employed since approximately 2002 and serving in administrative roles including Interim Associate Dean for Information Services) was arrested on 50 counts of Unlawful Possession of Material Depicting Sexual Performance by a Child. The Orange County Sheriff’s Office affidavit details
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A Landmark Verdict: Fox Varian’s $2 Million Win Signals a Shift in Malpractice Claims for Transition Surgeries
On January 30, 2026, a New York jury issued the first malpractice verdict of its kind, awarding Fox Varian $2 million ($1.6 million for past and future pain and suffering, $400,000 for future medical expenses). At age 16 in 2019, Varian underwent a double mastectomy — the surgical removal of both healthy breasts, commonly referred
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HOA Disputes After Flooding or Property Damage
Florida law limits HOA power. Improper liens, selective enforcement, and harassment can create valid legal claims. Find out what counts as HOA abuse.
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Grant Gibson
Grant Gibson had the privilege of joining the Michael Brady Lynch Firm as a legal assistant, bringing with him a strong academic foundation and a passion for the legal field. Grant is currently a 1L at Barry University School of Law. A graduate of the University of Florida, he earned his bachelor’s degree in Political
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ADHD Medications, Impulsivity, and Teen Self-Harm
ADHD stimulant drugs have been linked to teen self-harm and psychiatric crises. Find out how these reactions occur and when families may have legal claims.
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Florida HOA Disputes: When Your Association Goes Too Far
Florida law limits HOA power. Improper liens, selective enforcement, and harassment can create valid legal claims. Find out what counts as HOA abuse.
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Ormond Beach Abuse Investigation: Riverbend Academy
In Ormond Beach, Florida, the police are actively investigating abuse that allegedly occurred at the Riverbend Academy and Riverbend Community Church . Riverbend Academy is a private K-12 school that is associated with the Riverbend Community Church in Ormond Beach. The Ormond Beach Police Department has opened an ongoing investigation into claims of physical and sexual abuse, with some incidents reportedly dating back as far as the early 2000s. Investigators are committed to uncovering the truth and are urging anyone with information, or those who believe they may be victims, to come forward and assist with the case.
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Madison Holcombe
In 2025, Madison Holcombe had the privilege of joining the Michael Brady Lynch Firm as a legal assistant. Madison is a rising 2L at Barry University School of Law. She was born and raised in Florida and graduated from the University of South Florida with a major in Criminology and Political Science. Madison has a
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Ozempic, Wegovy & Mounjouro MDL Lawsuit: Latest Updates
Multidistrict litigation (MDL No. 3094) involving GLP-1 receptor agonist medications, such as Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro, is actively moving forward in the Eastern District of Pennsylvania. Plaintiffs allege that the manufacturers failed to warn users about serious health risks, including gastroparesis, intestinal blockages, and vision loss.
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PFAS Lawsuit 2025 Update: What You Should Know
The PFAS multidistrict litigation (MDL No. 2873) is moving forward in the District of South Carolina, where over 10,000 cases remain active against major manufacturers like 3M, DuPont, and BASF. While 3M reached a $10 billion settlement in 2023 to resolve water utility claims, no global settlement has been reached for individual personal injury lawsuits.
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