Awards

Federal Jury Awards $148 Million in Damages to Georgia Election Workers Defamed by Rudy Giuliani

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WASHINGTON (AP) — A federal jury has ordered Rudy Giuliani, the former lawyer for ex-President Donald Trump, to pay $148 million in damages to two Georgia election workers accused of fraud. Ruby Freeman and her daughter, Wandrea “Shaye” Moss, testified during the four-day trial about the racist and violent threats they faced as a result of Giuliani’s false claims of election fraud. The damages awarded included defamation, emotional distress, and punitive damages. Freeman expressed her gratitude for the jury’s decision, stating that it holds Giuliani accountable for the harm he caused her and her daughter. … Read more

The 2024 Sundance Film Festival Announces Jurors for Awards of Artistic and Cinematic Excellence

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PARK CITY, Utah — The Sundance Institute, a nonprofit organization, announced today the jurors for the 2024 Sundance Film Festival. The festival, celebrating its 40th edition, will take place from January 18-28, 2024, in Park City and Salt Lake City, Utah, with select films also available for online viewing from January 25-28. The jurors will grant awards for artistic and cinematic excellence in various categories. The 16-member jury is made up of film, art, and culture experts who are all alumni of the Sundance Festival. In addition to serving on the jury, they will participate … Read more

Florida Jury Awards $261 Million in Total Damages to Family Featured in Netflix Documentary

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MIAMI, Florida – A Florida jury has awarded $261 million in damages to the family of Maya Kowalski, the child featured in a popular Netflix documentary. The jury determined that a daycare facility was responsible for the severe injuries sustained by Maya, and she was subsequently awarded $211 million in compensatory damages. Additionally, the jury has now tacked on an additional $50 million in punitive damages. The case revolves around a daycare accident that left Maya with permanent cognitive and physical disabilities. The Netflix documentary brought international attention to her story, highlighting the negligence and … Read more

Embracing Excellence: Mint BFSI Summit and Awards Honor Financial Sector Titans

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Mumbai, India – The Mint Annual Banking Conclave, now known as the Mint BFSI Summit and Awards, is celebrating its 16th year by recognizing excellence in the financial sector. On January 11th, a jury of respected figures in the industry will bestow 14 awards to deserving recipients. The distinguished five-member jury consists of R. Doraiswamy, managing director of Life Insurance Corporation; Cyril Shroff, managing partner of Cyril Amarchand Mangaldas; Keki Mistry, additional and non-executive (non-independent) director of HDFC Bank; Amish Mehta, managing director and chief executive of Crisil Ltd; and Nithya Easwaran, managing director of … Read more