Damages

Judge Issues Default Judgment Against Toback After No-Show in Court, Damages Trial Set Following Allegations

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New York, NY – A New York court recently issued a default judgment against filmmaker James Toback after he failed to show up for earlier court proceedings. The judgment follows a series of accusations against Toback, who has openly denied any wrongdoing, insisting that any sexual interactions he had were consensual and rebuffing claims of sexual misconduct. Toback, representing himself, has contended that the extended statute of limitations for sexual abuse claims in New York infringes on his constitutional rights. This statute allows for older cases, which would typically be barred by the usual legal … Read more

Judge Rules Newsmax Defamed Dominion Voting Systems, Jury to Decide on Malice and Damages

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Wilmington, Delaware — A Delaware judge recently ruled that Newsmax, a conservative channel known for its pro-Trump stance, defamed Dominion Voting Systems by falsely claiming the company manipulated the 2020 presidential election results. This decision, handed down by Delaware Superior Court Judge Eric Davis, arrives just weeks ahead of a scheduled jury trial set to commence on April 28, where the issue of malice in Newsmax’s actions will be assessed. This legal battle mirrors Dominion’s previous lawsuit against Fox News, which culminated in a settlement of $787 million in 2023, setting a record. Similarly to … Read more

Wyoming Supreme Court Holds Nursing Home Fully Liable for Damages in Resident Negligence Case

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Cheyenne, WY — The Wyoming Supreme Court has ruled that a nursing home in the state must pay the full amount of damages awarded to the daughter of a deceased resident, following allegations of negligent care. The decision overturns a previous trial court ruling that had reduced the damages payable by Legacy Living and Rehabilitation Center, assigning responsibility only according to its share of the fault. The court found that the trial judge had erred in not holding the facility fully accountable for the total damages, including those caused by an agent of the nursing … Read more

Jury Holds Greenpeace Accountable for Significant Damages in Landmark Pipeline Lawsuit

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In a landmark ruling that has resonated across the environmental activism and business sectors, a jury has held the environmental group Greenpeace responsible for substantial financial losses related to protests against a pipeline project. The verdict concluded that Greenpeace’s actions were significantly disruptive to the pipeline’s construction, leading to a penalty of several hundred million dollars. This decision follows a prolonged legal battle that centered around the damages incurred by the construction company due to delays and security costs attributed to Greenpeace’s protests. The group, known for its direct-action tactics, was found to have orchestrated … Read more