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Eli Lilly’s Challenge Fails as $183.7 Million Medicaid Fraud Penalty Stands Firm

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Indianapolis, Indiana – Eli Lilly and Company has faced a setback in its legal challenges after a federal appeals court upheld a substantial judgment concerning Medicaid fraud. The ruling confirms a $183.7 million award against the pharmaceutical giant, which has been embroiled in allegations related to the pricing of its medications. The Court of Appeals for the Seventh Circuit denied Lilly’s request to overturn the previous decision made by a lower court, emphasizing the severity of the company’s actions in relation to Medicaid. The case centered around claims that Eli Lilly knowingly set prices for … Read more

Trump’s Defamation Appeal Fails: $83.3 Million Judgment Against Him in E. Jean Carroll Case Stands

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NEW YORK — A federal court has denied former President Donald Trump’s attempt to overturn a substantial defamation judgment related to his comments about E. Jean Carroll, a writer who accused him of sexual assault. The ruling confirmed the jury’s decision that Trump must pay $83.3 million for defaming Carroll, marking a significant moment in this high-profile legal battle. The legal proceedings stemmed from Carroll’s allegations against Trump that date back to the 1990s. Carroll claimed that Trump raped her in a department store. After she went public with her story, Trump dismissed her claims, … Read more

Resort’s Liability Waiver Fails to Protect Against $21M Verdict in Ski Lift Accident

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A jury in Idaho has ruled against a resort, ordering it to pay $21 million following a serious incident involving a malfunctioning ski lift. The case raises critical questions about liability and the extent to which waivers can protect resort operators from legal action. The incident occurred when a ski lift malfunctioned, causing several patrons to fall and sustain injuries. The jury found that the resort had been negligent in maintaining the ski lift, which ultimately led to the injuries. Despite the resort’s defense that various waivers signed by the victims protected them from liability, … Read more

Court Dismisses Lawsuit Against Caitlyn Jenner Over Cryptocurrency Losses, Investor Fails to Prove U.S. Jurisdiction

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A federal judge in California has dismissed a class action lawsuit against Caitlyn Jenner and her business partner, Sophia Hutchins, ruling that a British investor could not use U.S. courts to seek damages related to cryptocurrency investments. The lawsuit was brought by Lee Greenfield, who claimed losses exceeding $40,000 from trading Jenner’s digital coins. U.S. District Judge Stanley Blumenfeld Jr. noted that the lawsuit lacked sufficient information regarding the U.S. involvement in the token purchases. The judge emphasized that, without evidence showing the purchases occurred within the United States, the court could not infer that … Read more