Awards

Jury Awards Guardant Health $292.5 Million in False Advertising Case Against Rival Natera

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San Francisco, CA – A federal jury in California delivered a significant verdict favoring Guardant Health in a legal battle against Natera Inc., awarding the medical test manufacturer a substantial $292.5 million in damages. The jury found that Natera had engaged in false advertising regarding its colorectal cancer test, which it claimed was superior to Guardant Health’s Reveal test. The decision arrived after a contentious legal confrontation, underscoring the fierce competition within the biotechnology sector, particularly in the development and marketing of cancer diagnostic tests. This lawsuit highlights the critical role of accurate and truthful … Read more

NewFest 2024 Announces ‘Ponyboi’ as Top Winner at Glittering Awards Brunch in Brooklyn

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New York, NY — The annual NewFest, a pivotal event celebrating LGBTQ+ cinema, revealed its 2024 award winners during a special Filmmaker & Awards Brunch held at the Nitehawk Cinema in Brooklyn. This year marked the 36th iteration of the festival, which has consistently served as a platform for LGBTQ+ creatives and cinematic expressions. A distinguished panel consisting of LGBTQ+ creatives and allies—filmmakers, artists, activists, and professionals from the entertainment industry—judged this year’s entries. Their selections highlighted exceptional storytelling and innovative filmmaking within the community. Taking home the Grand Jury Award for U.S. Narrative Feature … Read more

Sony Future Filmmaker Awards 2025: A Launchpad for Global Talent with Top Industry Leaders on Jury Panel

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Los Angeles, CA – The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards are set to return for their third edition in June 2025, once again assembling a distinguished panel of industry professionals to guide and evaluate new talents in the filmmaking arena. The program, heralded for launching aspiring directors and producers into cinematic careers, has revealed the names of its esteemed judges for the upcoming event. Creo, a not-for-profit organization, partners with Sony to facilitate the awards, offering a unique platform for emerging filmmakers. The 2025 jury panel will feature notable figures such as Minhal Baig, director of … Read more

Jury Awards $34.7 Million to Former Walmart Driver Over False Fraud Allegations and Wrongful Termination

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San Bernardino, Calif. – A former Walmart truck driver, who claimed he was unfairly fired while on medical leave, has won a substantial legal victory. A San Bernardino County jury awarded Jesus “Jesse” Fonseca $34.7 million, finding that Walmart falsely accused him of fraud after he suffered injuries in a job-related accident. Fonseca, a 14-year veteran at Walmart’s Apple Valley Distribution Center, sustained injuries when his truck was rear-ended by another vehicle. Following the incident, he submitted a workers’ compensation claim, only to be dismissed from his position after being accused by the company of … Read more