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Jury Trial Scheduled for Missouri Man Accused of Fatal December Shooting in Columbia

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Columbia, Mo. — A Missouri man, Corey Blueitt, age 44, is scheduled for a jury trial on September 24, in connection to a fatal shooting incident last year that claimed the life of 34-year-old Aaron Badolato in north Columbia. This trial stands as a significant event in Boone County’s legal calendar, given the gravity of the charges and community concerns. In December 2022, the incident threw the small community into disarray, as police reports and court documents indicate that eyewitnesses identified Blueitt allegedly pointing a firearm at several individuals and subsequently firing the shot that … Read more

Zantac Ruling in Delaware Could Transform State into Mass Torts Hub

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Wilmington, DE — A recent ruling by a Delaware judge denying the consolidation of approximately 140 lawsuits against the manufacturers of Zantac could position the state as a new focal point for mass tort litigation. The decision by the Superior Court in Wilmington diverges notably from trends in other states where large-scale pharmaceutical lawsuits have been consolidated. The plaintiffs in these cases allege that Zantac, a popular over-the-counter heartburn medication, caused a variety of cancers. The claims have been spurred by studies indicating that the drug could turn into a carcinogenic substance under certain conditions. … Read more

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To enjoy the full range of features on pnj.com, users are advised to update their browsers to newer versions, as older ones may not support the advanced technologies used by the site. This transition reflects pnj.com’s commitment to delivering a superior user experience through enhanced speed and usability, leveraging the latest in web technology. For readers seeking optimal performance and an enriched browsing experience, pnj.com now specifically recommends moving away from unsupported internet browsers. The website has been tailored to benefit from the capabilities of more current browsers, affecting how content is displayed and interacted … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Harris Triumph in $71 Million Jury Verdict Against Toy Giant for Infringing OMG Girlz’s Intellectual Property

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SANTA ANA, Calif. — In a significant legal victory, rapper T.I. and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Harris were awarded $71 million by a jury on Monday in their lawsuit against toy giant MGA Entertainment. The verdict concluded that MGA had infringed on the intellectual property rights of their formed musical group, OMG Girlz, through the company’s “L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G.” dolls collection. The jury decided on $17.9 million in compensatory damages and an additional $53.6 million in punitive damages after a three-week trial in a federal court. Jurors identified 15 dolls that they found had copied … Read more