Jury

Massachusetts Jury Delivers Historic $42.6 Million Verdict Against Johnson & Johnson in Asbestos Case Linked to Baby Powder

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A jury in Boston has mandated Johnson & Johnson to pay more than $42.6 million to Paul Lovell and his wife, Kathryn, marking this as one of the largest mesothelioma settlements in Massachusetts history. The couple accused the multinational corporation of negligence for allegedly permitting asbestos contamination in its widely used baby powder, without adequately warning consumers about the associated risks. During a two-week trial, evidence was presented revealing that Lovell, 69, had used Johnson’s Baby Powder for years on himself and his four children. He was unaware that this familiar talc-based product could contribute … Read more

Documentary Shines Light on Dark Legacy of Catholic Boarding Schools in French Guiana, Wins Student Jury Medal

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CAYENNE, French Guiana — The documentary “Catholic Boarding Schools of French Guiana: The Wound” recently received the prestigious Student Jury Medal at the World Revolutionaries film festival. The film, produced by France TV, delves into the troubling history of the “Homes Indiens,” a system of Catholic boarding schools that operated from 1930 until 2023. The documentary highlights the harrowing experiences of approximately 2,000 children, primarily from indigenous Amerindian backgrounds, who were forcibly removed from their families. These children were placed in institutions with the aim of assimilating them into French culture, denying them their linguistic … Read more

Federal Jury Awards $10 Million to Family of Jared Lakey in Controversial Civil Case Following Officers’ Actions

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WILSON, Okla. — A federal jury has awarded $10 million to the family of Jared Lakey, who died in 2019 following a controversial encounter with law enforcement. The decision, announced Monday, holds two former officers accountable for Lakey’s death, although the family’s attorney expressed dissatisfaction with the outcome. Spencer Bryan, the attorney representing Lakey’s family, acknowledged the jury’s verdict but indicated it fell short of their expectations. “I certainly respect the jury’s decision, even though I may not agree with it,” Bryan stated. Lakey was subjected to 53 instances of being tased within a brief … Read more

Georgia Jury Awards Family $18.3 Million After Heart Attack Linked to Medical Negligence

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ATLANTA, Ga. — A state jury has ruled that a cardiovascular and colorectal medical practice in Georgia must pay $18.3 million to the family of a man who suffered a fatal heart attack. The verdict, delivered on Tuesday, highlights issues surrounding medical negligence and the responsibilities of healthcare providers. The case centered around the care given to the man prior to his heart attack. His family argued that the medical practices failed to provide appropriate treatment, contributing to his condition. The jury’s decision reflects their determination that both medical practices shared responsibility for the unfortunate … Read more