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Jury Sides with Whistleblower in Landmark Case Against Jersey City Schools, Awarding $245,000 for Retaliation

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JERSEY CITY, N.J. — A civil jury in Hudson County has awarded $125,000 in punitive damages to a former Jersey City Public Schools employee after finding that the Jersey City Board of Education retaliated against her for whistleblowing. The ruling came after a trial that lasted two weeks, culminating in a verdict delivered on Tuesday. The jury’s decision follows an earlier award of $120,000 in compensatory damages granted to Sabrina Harrold, the former assistant director of human resources for the district. Following the jury’s deliberations, Judge Kalimah Ahmad concluded the trial and dismissed the jurors. … Read more

Jury Finds Tesla Liable in Landmark Case, Awarding Over $240 Million Following Fatal Crash of Innocent Bystander

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Miami, Florida – A jury has determined that Tesla played a significant role in the death of Naibel Benavides Leon, attributing responsibility for the accident in part to a driver’s distraction. The jury found George McGee, who was driving the Tesla at the time, 67% responsible for the crash, while Tesla was assigned 33% of the liability. Following the verdict, a ruling was issued that requires Tesla to pay over $42 million in compensatory damages, along with an additional $200 million in punitive damages. This verdict, although subject to potential appeal, marks a notable shift … Read more

Illinois Jury Rules in Favor of Sonrai Systems, Awarding $28.9 Million Over Executive Poaching Incident

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CHICAGO – A jury in Illinois has ruled in favor of Sonrai Systems LLC, a fleet management technology firm, awarding the company over $28.9 million due to unfair practices. The case stemmed from allegations that a garbage truck manufacturer collaborated with Sonrai to solicit one of its executives. The jury’s decision highlights ongoing issues in the competitive landscape of the management technology sector. Sonrai claimed that its intellectual property and business strategies were at risk when the executive was recruited by the manufacturer, leading to significant financial losses. This verdict underscores the importance of integrity … Read more

Full Frame Documentary Film Festival Unveils 2025 Winners, Awarding Over $45,000 in Prizes

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Durham, N.C. — This year’s Full Frame Documentary Film Festival, known for being a qualifying event for the Academy Award® Documentary Short Film category and the Producers Guild of America Awards, has announced its 2025 award winners. The festival distributed nine awards amounting to a total of $45,000 in cash prizes to filmmakers who have shown exceptional skill and artistic vision in documentary filmmaking. Brittany Shyne’s “Seeds” was honored with the prestigious Full Frame Grand Jury Award, highlighting its standout storytelling and cinematic craftsmanship. Another notable mention, “The Perfect Neighbor” directed by Geeta Gandbhir, received … Read more