Apartment

$17 Million Verdict: Woman Wins Landmark Case After Devastating Apartment Fire Injuries

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Gainesville, Florida – A Florida jury has awarded $17 million to a woman who suffered severe injuries in an apartment fire, marking a significant decision in a case that highlights issues of building safety and landlord responsibilities. In this legal battle, the jury found the apartment management company, along with two other companies responsible for maintenance and safety, liable for negligence that contributed to the severity of the fire and the subsequent injuries sustained by the plaintiff. The woman, who has not been named for privacy reasons, experienced life-altering injuries due to the blaze which … Read more

Florida Mother and Child Awarded $17 Million After Devastating Apartment Fire Incident

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GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A woman and her child who endured severe burns during an apartment complex fire last year were awarded $17 million by an Alachua County jury. The significant verdict came after a legal battle that highlighted safety issues at the residence where the incident occurred. In a detailed breakdown of the award, the jury allocated $15 million to the mother for her extensive injuries and an additional $2 million for the injuries her child suffered in the blaze. The incident that led to these injuries occurred at the Carver Garden Apartments in 2022, … Read more

Denver Jury Awards $13.5 Million to Tenants in Historic Habitability Lawsuit Against Apartment Complex

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Denver, CO – A Denver jury this week awarded approximately $13.5 million to former residents of a troubled apartment complex after concluding that the complex’s owners and managers had violated Colorado’s housing laws. This decision concluded a class action lawsuit brought against the Mint Urban Infinity apartment complex, located near Louisiana Avenue and Colorado Boulevard, and involved more than 2,000 tenants who lived there during the relevant period from October 22, 2018, to June 28, 2022. According to the verdict, the tenants will receive a 31.42% reduction in rent per unit per month for the … Read more

Local Man Sentenced to 50 Years for Murder and Unlawful Firearm Possession Following Fatal Apartment Complex Shooting

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Corpus Christi, Texas — A jury has convicted 27-year-old Jose Garcia of murder and unlawful possession of a firearm by a felon, following the fatal shooting of a 25-year-old woman last year. The tragic incident, which unfolded at a local apartment complex, has left the community grappling with issues of gun control and criminal reform. On November 23, 2022, Corpus Christi Police Department (CCPD) officers were called to the Shores Apartment Complex on Ennis Joslin Road after reports of gunfire. Upon arrival, they discovered a critically injured 25-year-old woman suffering from gunshot wounds. She, along … Read more