Distribution

Newport Resident Convicted for Fentanyl Distribution in Fayetteville

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Fayetteville, AR – A jury has convicted a Newport man of distributing the powerful opioid fentanyl, which authorities say has significantly impacted the Fayetteville area. The verdict was reached after deliberations, underscoring the ongoing battle against the opioid crisis that continues to plague communities across the nation. The defendant, whose identity has not been disclosed to protect the confidentiality of ongoing investigations, could face a substantial period of incarceration. This case is part of a broader crackdown on drug distribution networks that have been linked to a spike in overdose deaths in the region. Fentanyl, … Read more

New Brunswick Man Convicted in Major Fentanyl Distribution Case

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New Brunswick, NJ — A New Brunswick man was convicted Wednesday on multiple felony charges for his role in distributing large quantities of fentanyl, which authorities say contributed to the opioid crisis in the region. The 52-year-old was found guilty of six counts of distributing the powerful synthetic opioid, highlighting a significant crackdown on drug trafficking in the area. The case against the defendant was built on substantial evidence, including undercover purchases, surveillance, and analysis of his financial records. Over the course of several months, law enforcement agents were able to document multiple transactions in … Read more

NFL to Pay $4.8 Billion for Antitrust Breach Over Sunday Ticket Game Distribution

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LOS ANGELES — In a sweeping decision on Thursday, a federal jury ordered the National Football League to pay close to $4.8 billion in damages for violating antitrust laws with its exclusive distribution of out-of-market Sunday afternoon games through its “Sunday Ticket” package on DirecTV. The case could have broader implications for sports broadcasting rights and distribution models. The U.S. District Court ruling concluded that the NFL had unfairly monopolized the market, charging inflated prices to millions of subscribers who had limited options to watch these games from 2011 to 2022. A total of $4.7 … Read more

NFL Faces Record $14.39 Billion Penalty as Jury Finds Antitrust Violation in ‘Sunday Ticket’ Distribution

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Los Angeles — A U.S. District Court jury has ruled against the NFL, issuing a nearly $4.8 billion award on Thursday, stating the league’s handling of its out-of-market Sunday afternoon game broadcasts via DirecTV broke federal antitrust laws. This case not only scrutinizes the NFL’s exclusive distribution actions but could reshape sports broadcasting arrangements extending to other leagues. The ruling covers claims over a period from 2011 to 2022, involving some 2.4 million residential and 48,000 commercial subscribers. The subscribers argued that the NFL’s “Sunday Ticket” service, the exclusive broadcast outlet for these games, was … Read more