Jury Awards $700 Million to Mother in Emotional Distress Lawsuit Against Daughter’s Convicted Killer
GEORGETOWN COUNTY, S.C. — A significant court ruling has concluded that Raymond Moody, convicted of the kidnapping and murder of Brittanee Drexel, is liable for massive compensatory and punitive damages to the victim’s mother, Dawn Conley. The jury reached its decision on Tuesday, determining that Conley is eligible to receive $700 million; $500 million in punitive and $200 million in actual damages. The lawsuit was based on claims of intentional infliction of emotional distress, a reflection of the profound impact Drexel’s tragic fate has had on her family. During the trial, Conley’s legal representation depicted … Read more