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Walgreens Fined $350 Million for Involvement in Illegal Opioid Prescriptions

27 days ago

Walgreens has agreed to pay $350 million as part of a settlement with the U.S. Department of Justice. This fine is related to allegations that the pharmacy chain unlawfully filled prescriptions for opioids. According to the Justice Department's statement, Walgreens allowed a thousand opioid prescriptions, which were written without proper medical justification or oversight, to be filled at its stores.

Volkswagen Braces for Emissions Fine Amidst Ongoing Scandal

4 months ago

Volkswagen, one of the largest car manufacturers in the world, is facing the possibility of a hefty fine of up to 200 million euros as a consequence of an ongoing environmental scandal. German authorities are preparing sanctions in response to violations discovered during the development and sale of cars that do not meet modern emission standards. This fine adds further pressure to the company, which has already suffered significant reputational damage following the 2015 "Dieselgate" scandal related to manipulation of emission data.

Toyota and Hino Motors Cheated on Emissions: Fines for Violating Environmental Standards

4 months ago

A recent investigation revealed that the automotive companies Toyota and Hino Motors misled regulators by providing false data regarding pollutant emissions. This has resulted in significant fines for both companies, which could lead to changes in the testing approach and compliance with environmental standards in Japan.

FCA Faces $4 Million Fine for Emissions Violations

5 months ago

Fiat Chrysler Automobiles (FCA), now part of the Stellantis group, has recently faced serious consequences for violating diesel engine emissions regulations. Following a multi-year investigation, FCA has been fined $4 million. This decision was made under an agreement reached with the U.S. Department of Justice and the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

Lamborghini Driver Hit with Huge Fine for Missing License

6 months ago

A recent incident involving a Lamborghini driver who was fined for lacking the proper license to operate his supercar has sparked discussion among car enthusiasts and legal experts alike. The driver, navigating his high-end vehicle, failed to provide the necessary documentation required for operating such a powerful machine. As a result, he received a hefty fine, raising questions about the legislation governing the operation of expensive and powerful cars.

Google Loses EU Court Fight: €2.4 Billion Fine Upheld

8 months ago

A recent ruling by the European Court of Justice (ECJ) has marked a significant moment for tech giant Google as it lost its bid to overturn a €2.4 billion fine imposed by European Union antitrust authorities. This fine was levied in 2017 for abusing its dominant market position in the comparison shopping sector. The court concluded that Google had manipulated its search algorithm to favor its own services, violating EU antitrust laws.