Injured

Jury Grants $2.2 Million to Protester Injured by Nonlethal Projectile During Police Brutality Demonstration

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has awarded over $2 million to a protester who was injured during a police brutality demonstration in 2020. The plaintiff, who suffered significant facial injuries from a less-lethal projectile fired by a Los Angeles sheriff’s deputy, received $2.2 million in damages. The ruling was handed down after a civil trial that put a spotlight on the use of nonlethal weapons during protests. According to court documents, the incident occurred during a large-scale demonstration amidst heightened tensions over policing practices. The plaintiff, participating peacefully in the protest, was injured by what … Read more

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

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has awarded $2.2 million to a protester who suffered facial injuries from a less-lethal projectile fired by a sheriff’s deputy during a police brutality demonstration in May 2020. The incident occurred amid widespread protests across the country following the death of George Floyd in Minneapolis. In its verdict, which was delivered last week, the jury held Los Angeles County accountable for the injuries endured by Cellin Gluck. They initially assessed his damages at $3.5 million and included an additional $300,000 for emotional distress awarded to his daughter who was present … Read more

Jury Delivers $2 Million Verdict to Protester Injured by Nonlethal Projectile

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A Seattle jury has awarded more than $2 million to a protester who was injured after being struck in the face by a nonlethal projectile fired by police during civil unrest in 2020. The decision follows a trial that raised significant questions about police use of force during protests against racial injustice. The incident occurred during a series of demonstrations in the summer of 2020, which were ignited by the killing of George Floyd. Protesters gathered in various cities across the country, including Seattle, demanding an end to systemic racism and police brutality. During one … Read more

Collin County Jury Delivers Resounding $359K Verdict, Signaling Triumph for Injured Texas Driver Against Insurance Giants

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In Plano, Texas, a recent jury decision underscored the importance of standing firm against inadequate insurance settlements. A verdict of $359,199.70 was awarded to a local resident who sustained injuries from a crash at an intersection in October 2023, showcasing a strong commitment from the judicial system to support victims. The jury’s ruling came after the defense argued that the plaintiff had not adequately proven her case and thus deserved no compensation—a claim that was decisively rejected. The incident occurred when the plaintiff was driving through the intersection of Parker and Clark, and the defendant … Read more