New Hampshire Supreme Court to Review $38 Million Award in Landmark Abuse Case at Youth Facility

The state Supreme Court of New Hampshire is slated to hear David Meehan’s appeal concerning a historic $38 million jury award granted to him after a civil trial. The trial addressed the abuse he suffered at the Youth Development Center in the 1990s. Meehan’s case was notably the first among approximately 1,300 potential claims related to alleged decades-long abuses at the youth correctional facility. In May, the jury found the state fully responsible for Meehan’s traumatic experiences, awarding him $18 million in compensatory damages and an additional $20 million in enhanced compensatory damages. However, controversy … Read more

$83 Million Defamation Award Against Trump in E. Jean Carroll Case: Unlikely to Deter, Says Lawyer

New York, NY — A New York City jury imposed an $83 million defamation penalty on former President Donald Trump this Friday, ruling that he had significantly marred the reputation of E. Jean Carroll after she claimed he sexually attacked her in a Manhattan department store decades ago. This substantial financial judgment marks a notable chapter in the highly publicized dispute between Trump and Carroll, suggesting the severity with which the court viewed the defamation allegations. The verdict aims to address whether such a hefty sum could serve as a deterrent against further derogatory remarks … Read more

Creative Titans Unite: AWARD Reveals Jury Line-Up for Its 46th Annual Ceremony, Showcasing APAC’s Finest

Sydney, Australia – The Australasian Writers and Art Directors (AWARD) organization has announced the lineup of jury chairs and jurors for its upcoming 46th AWARD Awards, an event that highlights the region’s premier creative talents. Scheduled for judging in late May and early July, the awards aim to recognize excellence in a variety of advertising and design disciplines across the Asia-Pacific region. This year’s panel includes 81 professionals who are top leaders in their fields. They will gauge submissions in diverse categories ranging from advertising communications and digital, to impact areas and innovative media strategies. … Read more

Creative Titans Converge: AWARD Unveils Esteemed Jury for Its 46th Prestigious Ceremony

Sydney, Australia – The Australasian Writers and Art Directors (AWARD) organization has revealed its esteemed lineup of Jury Chairs and jurors for the forthcoming 46th AWARD Awards. The event will convene 81 prominent creative professionals from across the Asia-Pacific region to evaluate some of the most exceptional advertising and creative work produced over the past year. The judging for the prestigious awards comprises two phases. The initial phase, which commences on 30 May and extends until 6 June, will focus on selecting the finalists. This will be followed by a second phase where, between 30 … Read more