Awards

Jury Awards $7.25 Million in Record-Breaking Medical Malpractice Case After College Student’s Death Linked to Prescription Change

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COLUMBIA, Md. — A Howard County Circuit Court jury this month awarded $7.25 million in a medical malpractice lawsuit related to the death of 22-year-old college student Zion Lewis, marking what is believed to be the county’s largest malpractice verdict. Lewis died after his physician altered his prescribed blood thinner regimen to a lower dosage of baby aspirin, a decision that subsequently led to his untimely death. In May 2023, Lewis’ parents filed a wrongful death and medical malpractice suit against Dr. Yousuf Abdul Gaffar and Maryland Oncology Hematology, a noted oncology and hematology group … Read more

Jury Awards $79.8 Million to Family of Young Girl Killed in Chicago Police Chase

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Chicago, IL — A Cook County jury has decided to award $79.8 million to the family of Da’Karia Spicer, a 10-year-old girl who tragically lost her life in a high-speed police chase in Chicago in 2020. The city previously admitted responsibility for her death, leaving the jury to determine the compensation amount. During the trial, city representatives suggested a financial compensation of between $12 million and $15 million. However, after considering the final arguments, the jury awarded a significantly higher amount to the Spicer family on Wednesday. Da’Karia was traveling in a Honda Accord with … Read more

Jury Awards $29M in Truck Collision Case Amid Defendants’ Claims of Verdict Slip Errors

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In a recent court case in Houston, Texas, trucking company defendants are contesting a jury’s decision that led to a $29 million award, suggesting that an error in the jury’s verdict slip played a significant role in the judgment. The court ruling follows a tragic incident involving a commercial truck that culminated in severe injuries to a 45-year-old motorist, who was struck by the truck, leading to lifelong debilitating injuries. The defendants are gearing up to challenge the jury’s findings, arguing discrepancies and potential misunderstandings associated with the jury verdict form, which they assert contributed … Read more

DGA Celebrates Emerging Talent, Names Winners at 30th Annual Student Film Awards

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Los Angeles, CA — The Directors Guild of America recently celebrated a milestone with its 30th annual Student Film Awards, recognizing nascent talent in the field of directing. This year’s ceremony not only marked three decades of encouragement and recognition for film students from diverse backgrounds but also highlighted emerging filmmakers who are likely to shape the future of cinema. The DGA’s Student Film Awards have become a crucial platform for student filmmakers who represent minority groups, including African American, Latino, Asian American, and women directors. The awards aim to provide these young talents not … Read more