Accountable

Nigeria’s Battle Against Sexual and Gender-Based Violence: Calls for New Legislation to Hold Offenders Accountable

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JOS, Plateau State, Nigeria – Despite Nigeria’s commitment to numerous international treaties targeting sexual and gender-based violence against women, the problem persists. In response, advocates are calling for new legislation to hold offenders accountable. In a country where sexual assault survivors face staggering challenges, some brave individuals agreed to share their experiences, allowing us to use their full names in this report. Nigeria’s status as a signatory to international agreements to combat sexual and gender-based violence is intended to demonstrate its commitment to ensuring the safety and well-being of women. However, the prevalence of such … Read more

Monsanto Faces $857 Million Verdict as Jury Holds them Accountable in PCB Case

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St. Louis, Missouri – A jury has ordered Monsanto, the agrochemical giant, to pay $857 million in a PCB contamination case, according to reports. The verdict stems from a lawsuit filed by three plaintiffs who claimed exposure to Monsanto’s polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs) caused them to develop cancer. PCBs were widely used by Monsanto in electrical equipment, industrial products, and even paint until their production was banned by the U.S. government in 1979 due to health and environmental concerns. The plaintiffs alleged that Monsanto knew about the dangers posed by PCBs for decades but failed to … Read more

Landmark Verdict: Philadelphia Hospitals Held Accountable for Fatal Intubation Error on 4-Year-Old Patient

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PHILADELPHIA, PA – In a tragic case of medical negligence, a jury has awarded a $14 million verdict against two Philadelphia hospitals for the fatal mishandling of a 4-year-old patient’s intubation procedure. The incident occurred at an Einstein Medical Center satellite hospital in Elkins Park, Pennsylvania, and the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia stood as the sole defendant during the trial. After careful deliberation, the jury found that the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia bore the majority of responsibility for the death of Samuel Munoz, assigning them 67% liability. In contrast, Einstein Hospital was held accountable for … Read more