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Judge Dramatically Cuts $237 Million Discrimination Award Given to Former UPS Employee

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Yakima, Washington — A substantial jury award in favor of Tahvio Gratton, a former UPS driver who claimed racial discrimination and wrongful termination, was drastically reduced by U.S. District Judge Thomas Rice this week. Originally set at $237.6 million, the judge eliminated $198 million in punitive damages, deeming them disproportionate to the case. Gratton had been victorious in securing the hefty sum following a trial that concluded with accusations of severe workplace injustices, including racial discrimination. The jury’s verdict awarded him not just for his emotional distress but also punitive damages intended to punish UPS … Read more

Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare Confirms Re-election Bid, Touts Tax Cuts and Budget Efficiency in First Term Achievements

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TARRANT COUNTY, Texas — Halfway through his tenure, Tarrant County Judge Tim O’Hare has confirmed his resolve to seek re-election, asserting his commitment to further his goals for the region. Having assumed office with a bold agenda, O’Hare has already marked several accomplishments, including significant tax cuts and budget reductions which he believes have benefitted the community without sacrificing jobs. O’Hare, a member of the Republican Party, expressed pride in fulfilling key campaign promises early in his term. Most notably, he has reduced the county’s portion of the property tax rate and trimmed $58 million … Read more

Wynn Las Vegas Seeks Major Cuts in Jury Award, Challenges FMLA Verdict’s Calculation

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Las Vegas, Nevada – In a significant legal pushback, Wynn Las Vegas has initiated a challenge against a jury award, seeking a substantial cut in the damages awarded to Tiare Ramirez, a former cocktail server at the resort. The case that centers around the company’s alleged interference with Ramirez’s rights under the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) has taken a contentious turn as the resort also moves to sanction Ramirez’s legal representation. The motion filed in the U.S. District Court in Nevada by Wynn’s legal team argues that the $321,200 awarded by the jury … Read more

Judge Drastically Cuts Award in UPS Discrimination Case, Rejects $198 Million in Punitive Damages

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Yakima, Wash. — In a significant legal adjustment, a federal judge has significantly reduced a punitive damages award against United Parcel Service in a case involving allegations of workplace discrimination and wrongful termination. The initial jury verdict, which sided with former UPS driver Tahvio Gratton, awarded him $237.6 million. However, after further judicial review, the punitive damages were cut down to $39.6 million. The judicial review was prompted by UPS’ appeal, addressing the excessive nature of the punitive award decided by the jury. US District Judge Thomas Rice, ruling on the matter, deemed the original … Read more