Families

Jury Awards Over $14 Million After Attorney Found Liable in Grieving Families Exploitation Case

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FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. — A federal jury has held a local attorney accountable for his role in a scheme that exploited grieving families in funeral homes, awarding over $14 million in damages. The verdict came after a trial that revealed unethical practices in the pursuit of clients following a fatal accident involving a tractor-trailer. The case was initiated by Jason Hatfield, a local attorney who represented the families of two women killed in a 2020 accident when a tractor-trailer overturned onto their vehicle. In the aftermath, individuals unaffiliated with the legal profession approached the victims’ families … Read more

Springdale Law Firm Secures $6.58 Million Verdict Against Fayetteville Attorney in Grieving Families’ Exploitation Case

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SPRINGDALE, Ark. — A federal jury has delivered a significant verdict against a Fayetteville attorney, awarding $4.58 million in damages to a local personal injury law firm following allegations of unethical practices involving funeral home “runners.” These individuals, not licensed attorneys, were reportedly employed to solicit clients at funerals for attorney Tony Pirani. The jury found Pirani guilty of engaging in a racketeering scheme that exploited grieving families through fraudulent practices tied to funeral establishments. According to Mark Murphey Henry, who represented the Jason M. Hatfield P.A. firm in the lawsuit, the jury also imposed … Read more

Judge Rules Columbus Nightclub in Compliance, Leaving Victims’ Families Seeking Justice and Accountability

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — A Franklin County judge has dismissed the case against the Aura nightclub, previously known as Avalon, which has been closed for nearly a year following a tragic shooting incident. The ruling comes amidst uncertainty about the future operations of the downtown venue. Judge Andrew P. Sweeney determined that the nightclub is in “substantial compliance” with city regulations, although the implications of this decision for the property remain unclear. The Aura has been under city-imposed restrictions since December, after authorities mandated its closure for a year following the fatal shooting of two security … Read more

Heartbreak and Defiance: Families Speak Out Amid Southern California Immigration Raids and Legal Battle

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Torrance, California — One month has passed since intensified immigration raids began in Southern California, prompting emotional responses from family members of those apprehended. On Wednesday, relatives shared their grief and frustration at a press conference, revealing the personal toll these actions have taken on their lives. Emily, a family member affected by the raids, expressed the pervasive feeling of disregarded worth during the event. She lamented, “It feels like we don’t matter.” Her uncle was detained at a Torrance car wash on June 22, the same day Maria’s husband, Javier, was also taken. Maria … Read more