Damages

Courts Set Higher Bar for Claiming Damages Beyond Direct Losses in Trade Secret Violations

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Washington, D.C. — Winning compensatory damages for trade secret theft has always been a crucial remedy for businesses seeking justice, but recent legal hurdles have made it increasingly difficult for plaintiffs to secure payouts that go beyond mere compensatory figures. Businesses often claim that the value of a stolen trade secret is immeasurable, considering its potential to offer competitive edge and innovation. However, courts are now requiring more concrete evidence of such claims, pressing plaintiffs to prove the actual damage and potential losses in explicit detail. Until recently, companies victimized by trade secret infringement could … Read more

Jury’s $150,000 ‘Nominal’ Damages Verdict Overturned in Civil Rights Lawsuit

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Boston, MA — A notable civil rights case recently culminated in a U.S. District Court decision that a jury’s sizable award of $150,000 in “nominal” damages was inappropriate, leading the judge to reduce the amount to just one dollar. This verdict has sparked a detailed examination of what constitutes nominal damages within the legal framework. The controversy began with Diane Lawless’s lawsuit against the town of Freetown. Lawless, previously appointed as the town’s treasurer in June 2013, alleged wrongful termination and violations of her procedural due process rights under §1983 after her dismissal in June … Read more

Jury Orders Harley-Davidson to Pay $290 Million in Damages Over Fatal Motorcycle Malfunction

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GENESEO, N.Y. — A New York state Supreme Court jury has ruled in favor of plaintiffs Harold E. Morris and the estate of Pamela SinClair, determining compensation around $290 million in a case against the prominent motorcycle manufacturer, Harley-Davidson. The lawsuit stemmed from an alleged product defect in one of the company’s three-wheeled motorcycles. The jury’s decision included substantial punitive damages, allocating $120 million each to Morris and SinClair’s estate, signaling a strong rebuke of the motorcycle company’s safety protocols. Additional compensation was provided for pain and suffering, medical costs, and other related expenses. Morris … Read more

Victory for the NFL: Judge Overturns Sunday Ticket Verdict, No Damages Awarded

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Los Angeles, CA – A significant ruling was made in a U.S. court this week as a judge reversed a previous jury verdict involving the National Football League and its broadcasting agreement for the NFL Sunday Ticket package. The NFL was previously facing potential damages, but this new decision absolves the league. The NFL Sunday Ticket has been under legal scrutiny due to accusations of antitrust violations. Critics argued that the package, which exclusively offers out-of-market NFL games to subscribers, unfairly restricted competition and increased prices for consumers. Initially, a jury had found the arrangement … Read more