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Los Angeles City Council Approves Historic $24 Million Settlement in Fatal LAPD Shooting Case

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Los Angeles, California – The Los Angeles City Council unanimously approved a settlement of over $24 million on Tuesday for the mother of Jesse Murillo, who was fatally shot by two police officers in 2017. The council voted 11-0 in favor of awarding $24,450,750 to Tammy Murillo, with four council members absent during the vote. In a significant case involving an LAPD shooting, a federal jury had previously ruled in 2023 that Tammy Murillo should receive $23.8 million in compensation for her son’s death. The jury determined that officers Fred Sigman and Christopher Montague had … Read more

Judge Juan M. Merchan Balances Historic Trump Trial with Mental Health Court Duties

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NEW YORK (AP) – Judge Juan M. Merchan of Manhattan’s Criminal Court finds himself in an intense position as he prepares to oversee former President Donald Trump’s hush money case. While the high-profile trial looms ahead, Merchan continues his work in the once-weekly Mental Health Court, handling less conspicuous cases involving mentally ill offenders. The judge’s dedication to ensuring justice is served is evident as he closely monitors the progress of these individuals, offering encouragement and guidance. Merchan’s involvement in Trump’s case has not been without controversy. Trump and his defense lawyers have accused the … Read more

Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc Faces Historic Blow as Enfamil Baby Formula Verdict Shakes Stock Market

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(Chicago, Illinois) Consumer goods company Reckitt Benckiser Group Plc saw a drastic 15% drop in its stock following a jury’s decision to award an Illinois woman $60 million in damages. The verdict, which came in the first trial of its kind in the United States, stated that Reckitt Benckiser’s Enfamil baby formula was responsible for the death of the woman’s premature baby. This significant blow resulted in the company’s stock closing at its lowest level in a decade, erasing a staggering £5.4 billion ($6.9 billion) in market value. The ruling carries considerable implications for Reckitt … Read more

Judge Pauline Newman Celebrates Historic 40th Anniversary on the Federal Circuit with Surprising Honor

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On February 28, 2024, Judge Pauline Newman of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) celebrated her 40th anniversary on the bench. A surprise lunch was organized by her current and former clerks to honor this momentous occasion. The original plan for a small gathering quickly evolved into a larger celebration that left Judge Newman pleasantly surprised and overjoyed. Judge Newman has had a remarkable career that has had a profound impact on the intellectual property (IP) community. She is not only a trailblazer and pioneer but also an inspiration to many. … Read more