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Jury Awards $360 Million to Abuse Victims at Virginia Children’s Hospital, Marks Historic Personal Injury Verdict

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Richmond, Va. — A Virginia jury handed down a massive $360 million verdict in favor of three women who said they were sexually abused as patients at a children’s hospital in New Kent County. This landmark decision arrived after about seven hours of deliberation on September 27. The compensation broken down includes $20 million in compensative damages, $40 million in punitive damages, and $60 million in treble damages due to a violation of Virginia’s Consumer Protection Act for each plaintiff. Virginia Beach attorney Kevin Biniazan, representing the plaintiffs, indicated that this verdict ranks among the … Read more

Former AIADMK Luminary N. Jothi Defects to DMK in High-Profile Political Shift

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Chennai, India – In a significant political development, former Rajya Sabha member and seasoned attorney N. Jothi has left the AIADMK to join the ranks of the ruling DMK party. The induction ceremony took place at the DMK’s headquarters on Wednesday and was overseen by the party’s president and Tamil Nadu Chief Minister M.K. Stalin. Jothi, who notably served as a trusted legal advisor to the late AIADMK leader and former Chief Minister J. Jayalalithaa, was welcomed into the DMK fold alongside top party leaders. This high-profile political switch was witnessed by key DMK figures … Read more

Judge Dismisses Jan. 6 Participant Ray Epps’s Legal Case Against Fox News

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PHOENIX — A lawsuit filed by Ray Epps, a former Marine and participant in the January 6th U.S. Capitol protest, was dismissed by a federal judge in Arizona this week. Epps had accused Fox News of defamation, alleging that the network falsely painted him as a conspirator in the events of that day, ultimately contributing to threats and harassment against him. Judge Diane Humetewa ruled that while Fox News’ coverage may have been controversial, it did not reach the legal standard for defamation. Epps, who was depicted in various reports as having prior knowledge and … Read more

Off-Duty Officer in Illinois Faces Lawsuit After Tragic Holiday Party Incident Leaves Pedestrian Dead

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Chicago, IL – A tragic incident has unfolded involving a police officer accused of causing the death of a woman while driving under the influence. The officer, who had attended a holiday work party, reportedly struck the woman as she walked on a sidewalk. According to authorities, the event occurred late Friday night when the officer, allegedly intoxicated, lost control of his vehicle. The vehicle veered off the road and onto the sidewalk, fatally injuring the pedestrian, identified as a 47-year-old local resident. She was rushed to a nearby hospital where she was later pronounced … Read more