Injured

Los Angeles Man Awarded $3.5 Million After Being Injured by Rubber Bullet During 2020 Protest

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Los Angeles, California — A jury has granted $3.5 million to a man who claimed he sustained injuries from a rubber bullet fired by a sheriff’s deputy during a protest in the Fairfax District following George Floyd’s killing in 2020. The protest, which took place on May 30, attracted a crowd of thousands advocating against racial injustice. Cellin Gluck and his daughter Caroline were part of the protest and alleged that they were trying to aid another individual who had been injured by a bean bag projectile when Cellin was struck in the face. Caroline … Read more

Golf Cart Accident Results in Significant Jury Award for Injured Golfer and Partner

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A recent jury verdict has awarded significant damages to a golfer and his wife following a golf cart accident that left the golfer with severe injuries. The decision highlights the potential hazards associated with golf courses, and the responsibilities of those who operate them. The incident occurred in 2018 when the golfer, Jason N., was working at a local course and was injured while riding in a golf cart driven by a course manager. After the cart struck a hazard area, Jason N. sustained injuries that have had a lasting impact … Read more

Jury Awards $2.2 Million to Protester Injured by Sheriff’s Deputy in 2020 Police Brutality Demonstration

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Los Angeles, California — A jury recently awarded $2.2 million to a man injured during a 2020 protest against police brutality. Cellin Gluck, who was shot in the face with a less-lethal munition by a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy, had claimed he and his daughter experienced excessive force while participating in a peaceful demonstration. In its verdict, the jury found LA County liable for Gluck’s injuries and initially determined he was entitled to $3.5 million in damages. Additionally, his daughter received $300,000 for emotional distress inflicted during the incident. However, county attorneys stated that … Read more

Collin County Jury Affirms Rights of Injured Motorist with Over $350,000 Award in Landmark Case

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PLANO, Texas — A Collin County jury awarded $359,199.70 to a Plano woman injured in a traffic collision, sending a strong message about the responsibility of insurers to provide fair compensation. The case stemmed from an incident in October 2023 when the plaintiff was struck at the intersection of Parker and Clark by a driver who made an unprotected turn. In a trial that saw the defense arguing that the plaintiff had insufficient evidence to support her claims, the jury decisively ruled otherwise, granting significant sums for both past physical and emotional suffering. Specifically, more … Read more