plaintiff
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The lead plaintiff in the suit is a Miami man who said he was billed $36 in tariffs and fees for tennis shoes that he ordered from an online retailer in Germany.
From MarketWatch • Apr. 17, 2026
One trial held in California’s Superior Court focused on a single plaintiff, referred to by their initials KGM.
From Salon • Apr. 16, 2026
The complaint describes the unidentified plaintiff as someone whose business relies on “personal reputation, professional relationships, and public perceptions.”
From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 14, 2026
A plaintiff like Gonzalez needs to show that law enforcement lacked even probable cause for an arrest.
From Slate • Apr. 6, 2026
In addition to serving as a plaintiff in the lawsuit against state officials, she gave a statement to police to support the case against the Mosses.’”
From "Three Little Words: A Memoir" by Ashley Rhodes-Courter
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