Jury

Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office Alerts Citizens to Rising Jury Duty Scam Threats

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DES MOINES, Iowa — Officials in Des Moines County are raising alarms over a series of jury duty scams targeting residents, urging the public to remain vigilant and aware of fraudulent activities. The Des Moines County Sheriff’s Office reported an increase in complaints where scammers, pretending to be law enforcement officers, demand payments for alleged missed jury duties. According to Sheriff Kevin Glendening, these scammers often use intimidation tactics, threatening arrest or legal action unless immediate payment is made. They typically ask for payment via gift cards, wire transfers, or other untraceable methods, which are … Read more

Former Hedge Fund Marketing Guru Continues to Win Lavish Bonuses in Jury Decisions

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New York — In a surprising series of decisions that has the financial industry buzzing, former marketing executive, Susan Miller, from a major hedge fund, has consistently won substantial bonus payouts post her tenure, raising eyebrows among professionals and law experts alike. These legal victories highlight a growing debate around compensation practices and agreements within the hedge fund sector. Ms. Miller, the former Chief Marketing Officer at the hedge funded renamed in this article as Titan Global, has successfully claimed extraordinary bonuses for the past three years following her departure from the firm. This situation … Read more

English Files Lawsuit Seeking Jury Trial and Damages Against Combs

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Los Angeles — In a legal battle that underscores continuing concerns about workplace conduct in the entertainment industry, a former personal chef has filed a lawsuit against Sean “Diddy” Combs, alleging a hostile work environment. The plaintiff, Cindy English, is seeking a trial by jury and unspecified damages, claiming her termination was both wrongful and retaliatory. According to the legal documents, English’s employment with Combs began in 2021 and lasted for approximately nine months. During this time, English claims she endured numerous instances of sexual harassment and derogatory remarks based on her gender. Her complaint … Read more

NFL Hit with $4.7 Billion Jury Verdict Over Sunday Ticket Pricing Conspiracy

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Los Angeles — A federal jury recently ruled that the National Football League (NFL) must pay a hefty $4.7 billion to a class of sports enthusiasts who claim the league conspired with DirecTV and major networks to overcharge for its exclusive Sunday Ticket package. The compensation awarded may soar past $14 billion if the decision withstands appeals, owing to antitrust laws that allow tripling of the damages. Filed in 2015, the class-action suit includes more than 2.4 million residential subscribers and over 48,000 commercial entities such as bars and restaurants. While residential subscribers were awarded … Read more