Awards

Georgia Court of Appeals Set to Determine Upper Limit for Jury Awards in Walmart Personal Injury Case

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Atlanta, Georgia – The Georgia Court of Appeals is preparing to address the question of whether there is a maximum limit for a jury’s award of nominal damages. The case involves retail giant Walmart, who has appealed a $1 million personal injury verdict, arguing that the jury failed to account for pain, suffering, and medical expenses. Attorneys from Florida-based firm GrayRobinson are representing Walmart in this legal battle. Jack Reiter, who is advocating for Walmart as the defendant-appellant, asserted that the $1 million verdict is unjustifiable. He claimed that such a substantial award suggests bias, … Read more

Virginia Jury Awards $720,000 in Breach of Agreement Case Against Turkish Military Supplier

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FAIRFAX, Virginia – A Turkish military supplier has been ordered by a federal jury to pay $720,000 for violating a 2019 agreement with an American importer. The breach of contract case highlights the consequences of failing to adhere to business agreements. The jury verdict, reached in Virginia, concluded that the Turkish military supplier had failed to uphold its end of the agreement with the American importer. This ruling serves as a reminder to businesses about the importance of honoring contractual obligations. The dispute between the Turkish supplier and the American importer stemmed from a 2019 … Read more

Honoring Exceptional Emerging Filmmakers: DGA Student Film Awards Celebrate Diversity and Talent in the Industry

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New York, NY – The 29th Annual DGA Student Film Awards were recently held in New York City and Los Angeles. These awards, established almost three decades ago by the DGA’s National Board, aim to address the underrepresentation of directors of color and women in feature filmmaking. The program honors and supports diverse emerging directors from film schools across the United States. Over 200 schools nationwide, including historic black colleges and universities, participate in the program. The DGA aims to recognize and promote the talents of women and people of color, paving their way into … Read more

Jury Awards $60 Million to Parents of Teen Killed in Civilian Car Chase

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INGLEWOOD, Calif. — A jury in L.A. County Superior Court has awarded the parents of a teenager killed in a civilian car chase more than $60 million in damages. The jury awarded $23.25 million to Julie Esphorst and $36.5 million to Jesse Esphorst Sr. The tragic incident occurred six years ago when 16-year-old Jesse Esphorst Jr. and his father were returning from a baseball game. Their minivan was struck by two vehicles involved in a chase at the intersection of Crenshaw Boulevard and Crest Road in Torrance. Jesse’s father was severely injured, while Jesse tragically … Read more