Damages

Judge Slashes Baltimore’s $266 Million Verdict Against Drug Giants, Citing Excessive Damages in Opioid Case

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BALTIMORE — A judge has determined that jurors significantly overstepped in their financial award to the city in a major drug-related case against two pharmaceutical giants. Following a verdict last November that held McKesson and AmerisourceBergen accountable for exacerbating Baltimore’s opioid crisis, the presiding judge suggested modifying the initial damages awarded from $266 million to just $52 million. Baltimore City Circuit Judge Lawrence Fletcher-Hill ruled that the jurors’ decision was “grossly excessive” and prompted concern, stating that the initial verdict was “shocking” given the presented evidence. The case centered around claims that the companies had … Read more

Former Wynn Las Vegas Server Accepts Reduced FMLA Damages After Court Ruling

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Las Vegas, Nevada — A former cocktail server at Wynn Las Vegas has consented to a significantly lowered payment from a jury award after a ruling found her Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) rights had been violated. U.S. District Court Judge Andrew Gordon determined that Tiare Ramirez could either accept a remittitur payment totaling $27,200.75, reduced from a jury’s original award of $321,200, or proceed with a new trial. Judge Gordon’s ruling, which came on July 29, followed a five-day trial that concluded in October 2024. He found that the initial jury award was … Read more

Florida Jury Holds Tesla Partially Responsible for Fatal 2019 Crash, Ordering $329 Million in Damages

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A Florida jury has determined that Tesla shares part of the blame for a fatal 2019 crash involving a Model S sedan that utilized its Autopilot self-driving software. The accident claimed the life of a pedestrian while leaving another severely injured, raising significant concerns about the technology’s safety. Attorney Brett Schreiber, representing the plaintiffs, argued that the Autopilot system failed to alert the driver, George McGee, and did not activate the brakes before the crash occurred. Tesla, however, insisted that McGee was solely responsible, labeling the verdict “wrong” and announcing plans to appeal. As a … Read more

Unlocking Insights: Key Findings from the Lex Machina 2025 Litigation Damages Report

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In San Francisco, California, the Lex Machina 2025 Litigation Damages Report has unveiled significant insights regarding litigation trends and damages awarded in U.S. courts. This comprehensive analysis provides a deeper understanding of how legal battles are evolving, particularly in terms of financial outcomes for litigants. The report highlights an upward trend in litigation costs, particularly for intellectual property cases. With increasing complexities in cases related to technology and innovation, businesses must be prepared for potential steep legal fees. The rise in disputes often stems from the rapidly changing digital landscape that continues to challenge existing … Read more