Awards

Global Creative Titans Convene: The 2025 AME Awards Announces Its Star-Studded Grand Jury Lineup

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New York, NY — The prestigious New York Festivals® AME Awards® is set to mark its 31st anniversary by celebrating global excellence in advertising and marketing. With a focus on effectiveness, the festival has unveiled its Grand Jury for the 2025 competition, bringing together some of the most esteemed strategic thinkers from across the world. This distinguished panel, drawn from over 30 nations, underscores the AME Awards’ commitment to embracing diverse perspectives within the industry. This year’s jury, which includes chief strategy officers, CEOs, managing directors, and other leading figures, is celebrated for its innovative … Read more

New Zealand’s Top Strategists Join Global Elite for 2025 New York Festivals AME Awards Jury

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New York, USA — The New York Festivals AME Awards, now in its 31st year, has announced its Grand Jury for the 2025 competition, celebrating advertising and marketing that has proven effective. The selection includes top strategic leaders from around the globe, evidencing the award’s international prestige and commitment to diversity in the judging process. Among the jurors are four distinguished professionals from New Zealand. They are Sue Kipling, Executive Strategy Director at YoungShand; Bethany Omeri, Head of Strategy at Special; Amy Pollok, Group Strategy Director at FCB Aotearoa; and Martin Bassot, Group Planning Director … Read more

Jury Rules on Daycare Property Dispute, Awards Plaintiff $57K in Breach of Contract Case

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Jefferson County, MO – A recent legal battle involving a daycare property ended with a jury award in Jefferson County Circuit Court. Plaintiff William Wunderlich had sued Giggle Buggs Child Care and Learning Center LLC, along with individuals Orson Guyton and Sandra Hatchell, for multiple claims including breach of lease and contract fraud. However, the award given was significantly less than Wunderlich had originally sought. In 2016, Wunderlich initiated the lawsuit alleging that the defendants failed to adhere to the terms of a property lease and a promissory note intended for property enhancements. Additional allegations … Read more

Bridgeport Jury Awards $5.7 Million to Victim in Reversing Truck Incident, Finds Driver Fully Liable

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Bridgeport, Conn. – In a significant legal decision, a Bridgeport jury handed down a $5.7 million verdict in favor of a plaintiff who sustained injuries in a vehicular accident. The jury’s findings were clear, assigning complete liability to the defendant in the case. The court case revolved around Wanda Gomez, who suffered injuries when her car was struck by a large box truck. According to evidence presented during the trial, the truck was operated by Keith Claiborne, who was found to have reversed his vehicle suddenly, leading to the collision. During the proceedings, the jury … Read more