Awards

Jury Awards Local Man $5.4 Million in Landmark Sexual Assault Case Against Former Principal

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Brighton, New York – In a recent court case, a jury has awarded a local man over $5 million in damages after he claimed to have been sexually assaulted two decades ago by the former principal of Siena Catholic Academy. The victim, now in his 30s, bravely came forward, alleging that the abuse took place during his time in middle school at Siena. According to the victim, Joseph Grasso, the principal at the time, sexually assaulted him in St. Thomas More Church, located next door to the school. Grasso vehemently denies these allegations. The jury’s … Read more

Renowned Filmmakers Join Jury for 2024 Sony Future Filmmaker Awards

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Los Angeles, CA – The jury for the 2024 Sony Future Filmmaker Awards has been announced by Creo. This year, director Justin Chadwick will serve as the chair for the second consecutive year. Chadwick will be joined on the jury by Michael Barker, Tom Bernard, Rob Hardy ASC, BSC, Kate Reid BSC, Robert Primes ASC, and Unjoo Moon. The Sony Future Filmmaker Awards aim to recognize creative excellence and original storytelling approaches. Chadwick expressed his excitement about chairing the prestigious panel of talented creatives, acknowledging the significance of short films in the industry. He looks … Read more

Consumer Giant Reckitt Plunges as Jury Awards $60 Million Verdict in Formula Saga

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LONDON – Reckitt, a global consumer goods company headquartered in London, experienced a significant decline in its stock value following a jury verdict that ordered the company to pay $60 million. The verdict stemmed from a lawsuit over the formula of one of Reckitt’s products. The lawsuit alleged that Reckitt’s formula was misleadingly marketed as providing certain benefits that it didn’t actually deliver. The product in question, which was not specified, was said to have been advertised as having a specific effect, but the jury found that it did not live up to these claims. … Read more

Harbor’s Zak Tucker to Lead Jury for New York Festivals’ 2024 Advertising Awards

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NEW YORK, NY – The 2024 New York Festivals Advertising Awards has announced Harbor as the host for its prestigious event. The film craft executive jury will be led by Zak Tucker, the visionary CEO of Harbor. Harbor, a global production and post-production studio, is respected in the feature film, episodic, and advertising industries. Tucker’s expertise and leadership have propelled Harbor to become synonymous with artistry and innovation. With a focus on talent, technical innovation, and the preservation of artistic vision, Harbor operates in major cities including New York, Los Angeles, Chicago, Atlanta, and London. … Read more