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Landmark Court Decision: $7M Jury Award Reversed in Ford Lawsuit Following Tragic Crash

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An intermediate court in Charleston, West Virginia has overturned a jury’s $7 million award in a lawsuit against Ford following a woman’s fatal crash. The decision, made by the Intermediate Court, comes after the original verdict was reached in favor of the plaintiff, who claimed that a defect in her vehicle’s design caused the accident and subsequent death. The lawsuit revolved around a single car crash that occurred in West Virginia several years ago. The plaintiff argued that a manufacturing defect in her Ford vehicle was responsible for the crash and ultimately led to the … Read more

Supreme Court Justice Criticized for Failing to Disclose Advisory Letter in Biased Case

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Schenectady, New York – State Supreme Court Justice Robert Muller has come under scrutiny after a judicial ethics panel ruled that he “abused his discretion” in a recent case. The panel found that Muller should have recused himself from presiding over a personal injury case due to his connection with a law firm involved in his re-election campaign. However, Muller did not recuse himself or disclose an advisory opinion he had received from the Judicial Campaign Ethics Center until after he had been re-elected. The case in question involved attorney Christopher P. Flint, who sued … Read more

Governor Inslee Appoints Cadine Ferguson-Brown as New Kitsap Superior Court Judge

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PORT ORCHARD, Wash. – In a recent announcement, Governor Jay Inslee has named Cadine Ferguson-Brown as the new Kitsap County Superior Court judge, effective January 1, 2024. This appointment brings a fresh perspective to the local judicial system and promises to have a significant impact on the community. Ferguson-Brown’s appointment comes after an exhaustive selection process, where her exceptional legal expertise and commitment to justice stood out among the candidates. With her vast experience in the legal field, she is well-prepared to take on this esteemed position and serve the people of Kitsap County diligently. … Read more

Breaking: West Virginia Court Overturns $7 Million Jury Verdict in Ford Lawsuit Following Fatal Car Accident

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CHARLESTON, W.Va. (AP) — The West Virginia appeals court has reversed a $7 million jury award in a lawsuit against Ford Motor Company involving a woman’s fatal crash. The decision comes after the court concluded that the lower court made errors in both the jury instructions and the admission of expert testimony. The case revolves around a tragic accident that occurred when Brenda Baker’s Ford Escape crashed and rolled over. Baker’s family filed a lawsuit against Ford, claiming that the company was responsible for her death due to a design defect. A jury agreed with … Read more