Awards

Seattle Jury Awards $13.1 Million to Ultramarathon Runner After Crippling Sidewalk Fall

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Seattle, WA — In a significant legal decision, a King County jury has awarded $13.1 million in damages to a former ultramarathon runner who suffered a severe injury from a fall on a Seattle sidewalk back in 2021. This landmark case highlights the responsibilities of city management and property owners in maintaining public passageways. Lesley Mettler Auld, a 53-year-old professional fitness coach and seasoned ultramarathon athlete, encountered a life-changing moment when she fell on an algae-covered patch of sidewalk in Seattle’s Queen Anne neighborhood. The accident has left her with enduring physical challenges that have … Read more

Jury Awards Ex-BlueCross Scientist Over $687K for COVID-19 Vaccine Dismissal on Religious Grounds

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Chattanooga, TN – A Tennessee federal court has awarded more than $687,000 to a former BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee scientist after she was dismissed for not receiving a COVID-19 vaccine, citing religious beliefs. The decision, which could influence the way companies handle similar cases, underscores the conflicts between employer policies and individual rights under religious freedom protections. Tanja Benton, a longtime employee with over 17 years at BlueCross BlueShield, held a position as a bio statistical scientist before her separation from the company. The legal proceedings established that her refusal of the vaccine stemmed from … Read more

Tennessee Jury Awards $687K to Woman Terminated for Refusing COVID-19 Vaccine

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Nashville, Tennessee — A Tennessee jury has awarded a woman nearly $700,000 after she was fired from her job due to her refusal to comply with her employer’s COVID-19 vaccination mandate. The verdict comes amid ongoing debates over workplace mandates and personal freedoms. Jean Marie Wilson, formerly an events manager at Ramsey Solutions, claimed she was wrongfully terminated after expressing religious objections to receiving the vaccine. The company, led by personal finance advisor Dave Ramsey, had implemented a vaccination requirement for its employees, citing health and operational reasons. The jury sided with Wilson, ruling that … Read more

Infrashakti Awards 2024: Celebrating Innovations in Infrastructure

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New Delhi, India – The annual Infrashakti Awards, set to occur in 2024, are garnering significant attention as they adapt to the evolving landscape of infrastructure and development. As one of the most prestigious recognitions in India’s infrastructure sector, the awards aim to highlight and reward the innovative strides taken by companies and individuals in a field that’s crucial to India’s economic growth. As infrastructure continues to be a central focus for the Indian government, with massive investments in roads, bridges, energy, and utility projects, the Infrashakti Awards spotlight those at the forefront of innovation … Read more