Jury

Rye Teenager Triumphs with $13 Million Jury Verdict in Historic Child Abuse Case

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RYE, NY – A jury verdict has awarded Robert Vavasour $13.38 million in a lawsuit against the estate of his late uncle, Kevin Shanley, under New York’s Child Victims Act. Vavasour, who was just 15 years old at the time, alleged that Shanley sexually abused him during a trip to Europe in 1970. The abuse included rapes, forced oral sex, and beatings. The jury heard testimony from Vavasour and one of his sisters, as well as read parts of Shanley’s deposition testimony from 2021. Shanley, a history professor and policy analyst, denied the abuse, even … Read more

Newport News Jury Deliver Verdict for Demari Batten in Retrial for Fatal Menchville High School Shooting

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Newport News, Virginia – A jury in Newport News delivered its verdict in the re-trial of Demari Batten, finding him guilty of the deadly shooting of 17-year-old Justice Dunham. The verdict was reached just one day after the re-trial began, and Batten had previously entered a plea of not guilty. The incident took place in the parking lot of Menchville High School following a basketball game. Batten stood accused of taking Dunham’s life in this tragic event. This case had previously gone to trial in October 2022, but the jury at that time was unable … Read more

Jury Awards Aiken Couple Over $3 Million in Lawsuit Against Augusta Hospital for Outpatient Procedure Injury

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A jury in Richmond County, Georgia, has awarded over $3 million to an Aiken man and his wife in a lawsuit against Augusta Hospital LLC. The lawsuit claims that an outpatient procedure at Trinity Hospital, which was operated by Augusta Hospital LLC at the time, resulted in the man’s injury. The verdict was reached on December 20th, 2021. Attorneys Ken and Caleb Connor, who represented the plaintiffs, expressed their gratitude that justice was finally served after a long legal process. The case was filed more than five years ago and experienced delays due to the … Read more

Owner of Dogs in Warren Dog Attack Requests Jury Trial, Faces Misdemeanor Charges

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HUNTINGTON COUNTY, Ind. – Megan Anderson, the owner of two dogs that allegedly bit a Warren man and killed his dog, appeared in court on Wednesday for her initial hearing. Anderson requested a jury trial during the hearing, where she faced two Class C Misdemeanor charges of dog bite liability resulting in injury. If convicted, she could face a minimum of 60 days in jail and a fine of up to $500. This case dates back to December when a judge in Huntington County ordered the removal of the dogs from Anderson’s care. The animals … Read more