Jury

Na Hong-jin Embraces Challenge as First Jury President at Busan International Film Festival’s Inaugural Competition

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BUSAN, South Korea — Director Na Hong-jin is taking on a significant role as the inaugural jury president for the new competition section at the Busan International Film Festival (BIFF). He expressed his commitment to the judging process during a press conference at the Busan Cinema Center on Thursday. Reflecting on his return to such a prestigious platform after nearly a decade away from directing, Na admitted that the experience felt overwhelming. “Being on that stage again felt like a panic attack,” he said. With a keen sense of responsibility, he acknowledged the pressure of … Read more

Teenage Relationship Under Scrutiny: Jury Weighs Serious Assault Allegations in Canberra Court

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Canberra, Australia — A jury in Canberra is deliberating over serious allegations brought by a teenage girl against her former boyfriend, which include sexual assault and intimidation. The accused, who was 14 at the time, faces five charges, including a claim that she urged him to take his own life following their breakup. The allegations came to light after the young man was hospitalized, during which he began revealing details about incidents that allegedly occurred during their relationship. The trial featured testimony from several teenage witnesses who were aware of the claims when they emerged. … Read more

Oregon Jury Awards $63 Million to Families of 10 Wildfire Victims in Landmark Verdict Against PacifiCorp

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MEDFORD, Ore. — A jury has awarded $63 million to the families of ten victims who lost their lives in a devastating wildfire in Southern Oregon, determining that PacifiCorp, a prominent energy company, bore responsibility for the catastrophe. The decision, reached after a lengthy trial, marks a significant moment for those seeking accountability for the tragic fire. The jury’s verdict was based on findings that the utility’s equipment likely caused the blaze, which ravaged communities, destroyed homes, and claimed multiple lives. The wildfire, fueled by severe drought conditions and high winds, spread rapidly, undermining the … Read more

Mark Geragos Cleared of Liability in Avenatti Case, Jury Awards $100K in Damages Without Legal Basis

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LOS ANGELES — A ruling issued this week by a Superior Court judge has cleared attorney Mark Geragos of liability in a malpractice lawsuit stemming from his association with Michael Avenatti and a controversial Nike extortion case. The jury found that while Avenatti’s former client, Gary Franklin, was entitled to $100,000 in damages, they did not establish that Geragos was at fault or that his actions caused Franklin’s alleged harm. Franklin had sought millions in damages from Geragos, arguing that the attorney’s involvement in negotiations with Nike in 2019 contributed to Avenatti’s federal convictions for … Read more