Bridgeport

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

Connecticut Republicans Propose Minimum Prison Sentences for Election Law Violations Amidst Bridgeport Fraud Allegations

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HARTFORD, Conn. – In response to a series of election fraud allegations in Bridgeport’s mayoral race, Connecticut Republicans have recently proposed legislation that would impose a minimum one-year prison sentence for individuals who violate state election laws. The bill, which has garnered support from State Sen. Rob Sampson and several State Representatives, targets those who intentionally attempt to manipulate votes, ballots, and petitions, as well as election officials who neglect their duties and individuals who unlawfully fill out or submit absentee ballots. Currently, willful violations of election laws in Connecticut are considered class D felonies, … Read more