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Alabama University to Pay $4 Million After Jury Finds Discrimination Against Iranian Cancer Researcher

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Birmingham, Ala. – An Iranian-born cancer researcher at the University of Alabama at Birmingham was awarded a hefty sum in a discrimination lawsuit after enduring years of harassment that escalated to threats with a firearm. The federal jury ruled that the university should compensate Fariba Moeinpour with $3 million, while her colleague, found to have harassed her, must pay nearly $1 million in both compensatory and punitive damages. Moeinpour, a naturalized U.S. citizen from Iran, began her tenure at the university in 2011, working in a cancer research lab. She claimed that the harassment started … Read more

Verdict Delivered in Youngstown Triple Homicide Case

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Youngstown, Ohio — A verdict has been reached in the trial of a man accused of a fatal triple shooting. The proceedings, which captured local attention, concluded with the jury finding the defendant guilty on several counts, including three counts of aggravated murder. The case stems from an incident that took place in a Youngstown neighborhood, resulting in the deaths of three individuals and leaving a community grappling with the repercussions. The defendant, whose identity has been partially withheld due to ongoing legal considerations, faced charges that magnified the severity of the case due to … Read more

Three Hunton Andrews Kurth Partners Honored Among Top 250 Women in Litigation for 2024 by Benchmark Litigation

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Richmond, VA – Benchmark Litigation has recognized three partners from Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP in its 2024 Top 250 Women in Litigation list, an accolade that celebrates leading female litigators for their achievements in the legal field. The prestigious recognition underlines the outstanding work and dedication of these professionals in a realm typically dominated by their male counterparts. The award, which annually spotlights female lawyers who have excelled in their practice areas across the United States, conducts rigorous peer reviews and examines case evidence before finalizing its list. The inclusion of these three partners from … Read more

California Signs Tough New Law to Extend Prison Terms for Major Smash-and-Grab Thefts

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Sacramento, Calif. — California businesses plagued by rampant smash-and-grab crimes will look to a new law for relief as Governor Gavin Newsom on Thursday signed legislation intended to impose stiffer penalties for severe retail thefts. The move is part of a broader push against property crime in the state. The legislation, authored by Assembly Speaker Robert Rivas (D-Salinas), specifically targets major retail theft operations, with enhanced sentencing protocols set for individuals who commit felonies involving the theft, damage, or destruction of property valued at over $50,000. Such incidents often involve organized groups and result in … Read more