Jury

Montgomery County Jury Awards $2.6 Million to Family of Concrete Worker After Fatal Plant Accident

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MONTGOMERY, Ala. — A jury in Montgomery County has awarded $2.6 million to the family of a concrete maintenance worker who tragically died from injuries sustained in a workplace accident at Shelby Concrete in 2022. The verdict, delivered on May 23, followed a contentious trial. The case was initiated by the law firm Morris Haynes Attorneys at Law after the defense had proposed a settlement of $100,000. The incident took place in May 2022 when the worker, referred to as L.E., was engaged in maintenance on an auger. After completing his task, an unexpected activation … Read more

Global Audio Innovators Unite: Sbu Sitole to Lead 2025 LIA Competition Jury at Encore, Las Vegas

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Las Vegas, Nevada – The 2025 Audio & Radio competition will convene some of the most creative minds from around the globe at Encore @ Wynn Las Vegas, with judging set to occur from September 25 to October 3. Leading the jury is Sbu Sitole, chief creative officer at The Odd Number in Johannesburg, who brings extensive experience from serving on high-profile awards juries. Sitole, a co-founder of The Odd Number, has a distinguished background in the advertising world. His agency recently earned recognition as the Independent Agency of the Year for Africa and the … Read more

Stunning $27.5M Verdict in Clayton: Jury Holds Hospital Accountable for Wrongful Death

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CLAYTON, Mo. — A jury has awarded $27.5 million in a wrongful-death lawsuit against a local hospital following a case involving a patient who died from a medical condition that was allegedly misdiagnosed. The verdict, delivered after a weeklong trial, has sent ripples through the community and raised questions about the standards of care provided by local healthcare institutions. The lawsuit was brought by the family of a woman who sought treatment at the hospital but passed away shortly after her visit. Testimony during the trial revealed that medical staff may have failed to recognize … Read more

Warning Issued in Winnebago and Boone Counties: Court Officials Alert Residents to Jury Duty Scam Schemes

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Rockford, Ill. — Authorities in the 17th Judicial Circuit Court have issued a warning to residents of Winnebago and Boone counties about a troubling new trend in fraud. Individuals posing as court officials or law enforcement representatives are contacting citizens under the guise of jury duty enforcement. These scammers are reportedly telling people they have missed jury duty and threatening them with arrest unless they make immediate payments. The fraudulent calls and messages often create a sense of urgency, pressuring victims into compliance. Officials emphasize that the court and law enforcement agencies will never request … Read more