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Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Files for Retrial Alleging Juror Misconduct in $261 Million Damages Case

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Tampa Bay, Florida – Attorneys representing Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital have requested a retrial nearly two weeks after a jury awarded $261 million in damages against the hospital. The motion for a retrial claims that the jury foreman violated conduct rules by sharing information about the case with his wife, who then posted it on social media. The hospital argues that this could have affected the jury’s decision-making process. The case gained widespread attention due to its portrayal in a Netflix documentary film. In the trial, the jury found that All Children’s had falsely … Read more

Jury Awards $261 Million in Damages Against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in Landmark Lawsuit

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VENICE, Fla. — Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital is reeling after a jury ruled against them on every count in a high-profile lawsuit. The hospital now faces a staggering $261 million award in compensatory and punitive damages to Maya Kowalski and her family. The amount is nearly half of the $592 million in revenue reported by the St. Petersburg hospital in its most recent tax return. The eight-week civil trial concluded with the jury finding that All Children’s falsely imprisoned and battered Maya, who was 10 years old at the time of the incident. The … Read more

Alachua County Jury Awards $7.5 Million to Family of Bobby Hopkins Jr., Victim of Fatal Shooting at Local Car Wash

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Gainesville, Florida – An Alachua County jury has awarded $7.5 million to the family of Bobby Hopkins Jr., who was fatally shot at the Swamp Car Wash in May 2021. The verdict was reached on Wednesday. The Hopkins family filed a lawsuit against the car wash in 2022, claiming that the owners should have implemented better customer protection measures due to the presence of violence in the surrounding neighborhood. The lawsuit argued that the car wash should have installed security cameras, a fence, and a gate to safeguard customers from criminal activity. However, Kokomo Key … Read more

Farewell to a Distinguished Advocate: Remembering the Life and Legacy of Bernard Lawyer at Hopkins Mortuary – 2024

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LOS ANGELES — Bernard Lawyer, a prominent figure in the legal community, passed away at the age of 78. Lawyer, known for his exceptional legal expertise and dedication to justice, made a significant impact in his field. Hailing from Los Angeles, California, Lawyer dedicated his life to the pursuit of justice and defending the rights of the marginalized. His commitment to his profession earned him a great deal of respect and admiration. Throughout his career, Lawyer handled numerous high-profile cases, advocating for the underprivileged and striving to bring about positive change. He was renowned for … Read more