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Jury Awards $4 Million to Boise Coffee Shop Owner in First Amendment Lawsuit Against University Administrators

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BOISE, Idaho — In a legal conclusion that caps off a highly publicized three-week trial, Big City Coffee won a significant victory against Boise State University administrators, securing a $3 million award for alleged violations of First Amendment rights. The controversy stemmed from the coffee shop’s display of a law enforcement support sticker, which ignited campus activism and public debate. In August 2021, Sarah Fendley, the owner of Big City Coffee, initiated a $10 million lawsuit targeting Leslie Webb, the former vice president for student affairs, and Alicia Estey, chief financial and operating officer at … Read more

King & Spalding Bolsters Miami Team with High-Profile Hire, Will Stute, from Orrick

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MIAMI — King & Spalding, a prestigious law firm known for its robust legal practices, officially welcomed Will Stute as a partner in their Miami office this Monday. Stute steps into his new role in the product liability and mass torts practice group, bringing with him a wealth of experience across various high-stakes legal domains. Stute is known for his expertise in handling complex legal battles that span across multiple sectors including sports, technology, consumer products, financial services, and life sciences. His background features a formidable array of cases ranging from mass torts and personal … Read more

California Attorney General Calls on Tech Giants to Uphold Voter Protection Laws Ahead of Elections

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Sacramento, CA — In a proactive move ahead of significant elections, California’s Attorney General has issued a stern reminder to social media platforms and artificial intelligence companies about their critical role in upholding voter protection laws. This development signals increased scrutiny on tech companies as the state aims to safeguard the democratic process against misinformation and unlawful online interference. California law strictly prohibits the dissemination of knowingly false information regarding election dates, voting methods, eligibility criteria, and voter intimidation on any platform. The responsibility is now firmly on social media giants and AI developers to … Read more

$50 Million Justice: Chicago Man Compensated After Wrongful Conviction and Decade in Prison

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Chicago, Illinois — A suburban Chicago man, who was wrongfully imprisoned for a decade, has been granted a substantial $50 million in damages by a federal jury. Marcel Brown, now 34, was liberated from incarceration in 2018 after a protracted legal battle that culminated in his exoneration for a 2008 murder he did not commit. The verdict, which followed a two-week trial, offered a significant rebuke to the wrongful procedures and mishandling by Chicago police and other authorities involved in Brown’s arrest and conviction. At age 18, Brown was sentenced to 35 years in prison … Read more