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Judge Dramatically Cuts $237 Million Discrimination Award Given to Former UPS Employee

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Yakima, Washington — A substantial jury award in favor of Tahvio Gratton, a former UPS driver who claimed racial discrimination and wrongful termination, was drastically reduced by U.S. District Judge Thomas Rice this week. Originally set at $237.6 million, the judge eliminated $198 million in punitive damages, deeming them disproportionate to the case. Gratton had been victorious in securing the hefty sum following a trial that concluded with accusations of severe workplace injustices, including racial discrimination. The jury’s verdict awarded him not just for his emotional distress but also punitive damages intended to punish UPS … Read more

Trump Obtains Bond for $83.3 Million Award in Defamation Case Linked to E. Jean Carroll’s Allegations

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NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump has effectively posted the required bond to challenge an $83.3 million judgment awarded to writer E. Jean Carroll, who accused him of defamation in relation to her rape allegations. Trump’s lawyer informed a federal judge recently that they are moving forward with an appeal process. This legal step comes after a jury ruled in favor of Carroll during a January defamation trial. E. Jean Carroll, a former magazine columnist, has long maintained that Trump raped her in the mid-1990s in a Manhattan department store dressing room. Trump has … Read more

“Topakk” Triumphs at Metro Manila Film Festival: Arjo Atayde’s Action Film Clinches Three Awards Including the Esteemed FPJ Memorial Award

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Manila, Philippines – The action film “Topakk,” featuring actor and legislator Arjo Atayde, captured three awards at the 50th Metro Manila Film Festival, highlighted by the prestigious Fernando Poe Jr. Memorial Award for Excellence. The festival, which took place on a recent Friday, celebrates local cinema while encouraging innovative storytelling and exemplary production values. “Topakk” tells the gripping tale of a former military man battling PTSD who becomes entangled with a rogue police squad. In addition to the Fernando Poe Jr. Award, the film also secured the Jury Prize Award and was recognized for having … Read more

Vice Ganda Celebrates Recognition with Special Jury Award at MMFF 2024

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Manila, Philippines — Filipino entertainment icon Vice Ganda was bestowed with a Special Jury Award at the Metro Manila Film Festival (MMFF) 2024. This accolade marks a significant acknowledgment of Vice Ganda’s contributions to the Philippine cinema, praising both his performance and his pioneering influence on the industry. Celebrated annually in December, the MMFF is a cornerstone event that showcases the best of Filipino filmmaking. The festival has long served as a platform for both established and emerging talents in the Philippines, making it a vital part of the country’s cultural heritage. Vice Ganda, born … Read more