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Climate Scientist Michael Mann Wins Defamation Suit Against Writers, Awarded Nominal Compensatory Damages in DC Jury Verdict

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A jury in Washington, D.C. ruled in favor of climate scientist Michael Mann in his defamation lawsuit against writers Mark Steyn and Rand Simberg. The lawsuit, which was initially filed in 2012, challenged the validity of Mann’s research and compared Penn State’s investigation into his alleged misconduct to the university’s handling of the Jerry Sandusky scandal. The jury awarded Mann nominal compensatory damages of $1 against each defendant, but also added punitive damage awards of $1 million against Steyn and $1,000 against Simberg. It is likely that these damages, and possibly the … Read more

Foreign Funding of Mass Tort Litigations Raises National Security Concerns and Threatens American Innovation

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Washington, D.C. – Innovation is a critical asset for the United States, but it is facing a growing threat. Foreign competitors and adversaries are increasingly engaging in industrial espionage against American companies, posing a significant risk to national security. One emerging avenue through which foreign entities can gain access to sensitive information and manipulate the American economy is the third-party funding of mass tort litigation. To address this issue, a change in the law is necessary. Mass tort litigations involve lawsuits filed by lawyers who specialize in suing large corporations for damages caused by their … Read more

Lizzo’s Controversial Appearance at the 2024 Grammys Leaves Fans Baffled

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LOS ANGELES – Fans were left puzzled as to why Lizzo made an appearance at the 2024 Grammys, considering she is currently facing sexual harassment lawsuits from her former dancers. The singer took the stage at the Crypto.com Arena on Sunday to present the award for Best R&B Song to SZA for her track, “Snooze.” In her introduction, Lizzo mentioned the great artists who have won Grammy Awards throughout the years, but viewers at home expressed confusion over her presence at the star-studded event amidst the ongoing controversy. Many took to Twitter to question why … Read more

The Surge Continues: Rising Nuclear Verdicts Set to Soar in 2024, New Analysis Finds

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NEW YORK, New York – In a recent verdict that drew attention, former President Donald Trump was hit with an $83.3 million defamation award, surpassing the amount requested by the plaintiff, writer E. Jean Carroll. This case stands out due to Trump’s actions throughout the legal process, which included denying responsibility, displaying a likelihood of repeating the behavior, and showing disdain for the judge and the judicial system. While such a combination of factors is rare, the trend of awarding high damages in more typical scenarios is on the rise, according to a recent analysis … Read more