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New York trans woman settles landmark lawsuit affirming transgender rights while in custody

DeAnna LeTray said officers called her mentally ill and “a guy dressed like a woman.” She just made them change the previously transphobic system.

Lesbian Couple Reach Settlement in Lawsuit Against Vermont Inn

A settlement has been reached in a lawsuit between a lesbian couple and a business that declined to host their wedding reception.

Human Rights Campaign and Alphonso David Reach Lawsuit Settlement

David, HRC's former president, had sued the organization after his firing, claiming racial discrimination.

Georgia to Cover Gender-Affirming Care for State Workers Under Settlement of Lawsuit

Transgender Legal Defense and Education Fund had sued on behalf of state employees denied coverage.

Former Police Officer Pleads Guilty in 2018 Excessive Force Case Involving Gay Man

It follows a hefty settlement and mandatory LGBTQ+ training following a lawsuit in the case.

Tennessee city ordered to give $500k to LGBTQ+ groups over ordinance that blocked Pride events over drag

The repeal of Murfreesboro's "public indecency" ordinance came in the settlement of a lawsuit brought by the Tennessee Equality Project and other groups.

Gay Student May Wear T-shirt to School

A gay Ohio teen barred from wearing a t-shirt saying "Jesus Is Not A Homophobe" to school will be allowed to wear the item following the settlement of a lawsuit.

Trans Woman Settles Discrimination Claim

A federal judge has approved the settlement of a lawsuit against Deluxe Financial Services, Inc. over alleged harassement and discrimination against a transgender woman.

B. Scott Settles Discrimination Lawsuit With BET

Media personality B. Scott has finally reached a settlement with BET and parent company Viacom over a controversial workplace discrimination lawsuit he filed in the summer of 2013.

Man who accused Republican Matt Schlapp of sexual assault got paid to drop lawsuit: report

New revelations shine a light on the complexities in Matt Schlapp’s sexual assault lawsuit resolution, including a financial settlement and disputed statements challenging his exoneration claim.

Trans Woman Ashley Diamond Reaches Settlement with Ga. Dept. of Corrections

Few stories have helped inspire advocacy on behalf of incarcerated trans women more than that of 37-year-old Ashley Diamond. Today her attorneys announced a historic settlement in her federal lawsuit. 

Virginia teacher fired for refusing to use trans student's pronouns awarded $575,000

Peter Vlaming, a former French teacher at West Point High School, filed a lawsuit in 2019 after he was fired for discriminating against a student by refusing to use his pronouns.

Honolulu LGBTQ+ bar wins quick settlement in gay bias suit

Owners of the Scarlet Honolulu and the Gay Island Guide claimed they were targeted by bigoted investigators, physical violence, and a very public death threat.

Illinois Village Settles Discrimination Lawsuit Filed by Gay Man

He was subjected to episodes of violence and called derogatory slurs, the lawsuit alleged.

New York Port Authority to Stop Undercover Public Bathroom Stings

The announcement comes as the result of a federal lawsuit that alleged officers unfairly targeted and arrested innocent queer men.

Family of Bullied Gay Teen Who Died by Suicide Settles With Alabama School District

One administrator allegedly blamed the gay student for his social media post and said being gay was a choice.

Alaska Allows Medicaid to Cover Gender-Affirming Health Care

Following a lawsuit, the red state begrudgingly changes its policy.

Priest accused of molesting Foley settles case with other alleged victim

The Roman Catholic archdiocese of Miami has settled a lawsuit in which a former altar boy claimed he was sexually abused by the same priest accused of molestation by former congressman Mark Foley.

Walmart Settles Class Action Lawsuit Over Same-Sex Spousal Benefits

Around 1,000 people will be compensated as part of the settlement.

Gay Police Officer Wins $225,000 Settlement in Discrimination Suit

Officer Brendan Mannix alleged fellow cops called him "such a queen" and "too dramatic," and denied him backup in dangerous situations.

Trans Woman Wins Settlement in Suit Against California Gym

Crunch Fitness of El Cajon had denied Christynne Wood access to the women's locker room and other facilities.