Damages

Nevada Jury Awards $130 Million in Damages for Liver Damage Caused by Bottled Water

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Las Vegas, Nevada – A Nevada jury has awarded approximately $130 million in damages to five individuals who suffered liver damage after consuming bottled water from a Las Vegas-based company. The water was later recalled from store shelves in 2021. The Clark County District Court jury granted over $30 million in compensatory damages and an additional $100 million in punitive damages to the plaintiffs, including one individual who underwent a liver transplant at a young age. This latest verdict marks the second significant award in a negligence and product liability case involving AffinityLifestyles.com Inc. and … Read more

Victorian Supreme Court Sets New Precedent in Landmark Sexual Abuse Case with Record-Breaking Damages

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MELBOURNE, Australia – A record-breaking amount of compensation has been awarded by a jury in the Victorian Supreme Court in a landmark historical sexual abuse case. The decision represents a significant step towards justice for survivors and holds the potential to set a new standard in such lawsuits. The jury awarded an unprecedented sum to the survivor of sexual abuse, marking a watershed moment in the fight against abuse. While the exact amount of compensation has not been disclosed, it is reported to be the largest ever awarded by the Victorian Supreme Court in a … Read more

Landmark Disability Case: Ontario Court of Appeal Confirms Record $1.5 Million Punitive Damages Award Against Blue Cross Life Insurance

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Toronto, Ontario – In a landmark case against a disability insurer, the Ontario Court of Appeal has upheld the largest punitive damages award in Canadian history, amounting to $1.5 million. The decision in Sara Baker v. Blue Cross Life Insurance Company of Canada sheds light on the reasoning behind this substantial sum. Previously, the jury’s rationale for the award had remained unknown as they are not required to provide written reasons for their verdicts. The case revolves around Baker, who had suffered a stroke and brain bleed, rendering her unable to continue her job as … Read more

Jury Awards $32 Million in Damages to Family of Suicidal Teen Wrongfully Killed by Benton Police

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LITTLE ROCK, Ark. – A federal jury in Little Rock has awarded $32 million in damages to the family of a suicidal teenager who was killed by the Benton police in 2016. The jury reached its verdict on Monday against the City of Benton and former Police Chief Kirk Lane. The case brings attention to issues of police conduct and accountability, with significant implications for civil rights and law enforcement practice. The incident occurred on October 17, 2016, when the mother of 17-year-old Keagan Schweikle called 911 to report that he had threatened suicide with … Read more