Landmark

Jury Hands Down Historic $40 Million Verdict to Sex Trafficking Survivor in Landmark Decatur Motel Case

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Decatur, Georgia — A jury has awarded a former sex trafficking victim $40 million in a groundbreaking civil lawsuit against a local motel that was implicated in her exploitation. The case sheds light on the dark realities of human trafficking and the responsibility of businesses to combat such crimes within their properties. The plaintiff, who was 16 at the time of the trafficking, was subjected to terrible abuse while being held at the motel. Testimonies during the trial revealed that the establishment had been aware of the illegal activities occurring on its premises, yet failed … Read more

DeKalb Jury Awards $13 Million in Landmark Spa Assault Case, Highlighting Vulnerability in Public Spaces

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A jury in DeKalb County, Georgia, awarded $13 million to two women who were assaulted at a spa in 2020. The verdict, delivered after a two-week trial, underscores the significant damages that victims of violence can pursue against businesses for failing to provide adequate security. The case revolved around the lack of safety measures at the spa, located in a busy area, which the plaintiffs argued created an unsafe environment. According to their testimony, both women were attacked soon after entering the establishment, citing the absence of visible security personnel and poorly lit areas. The … Read more

Landmark Decision: Judge Overturns Biden Administration’s Medical Debt Reporting Regulation

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A federal judge in Chicago has overturned a rule established during the Biden administration that aimed to limit the impact of medical debt on credit reporting. The decision, which has significant implications for consumers, means that debts related to medical expenses could once again influence credit scores, potentially affecting access to loans and housing. The regulation, introduced last year, was designed to provide relief to millions of individuals burdened by medical debt that they may struggle to pay. Advocates argued that medical debts are often unexpected and can arise from emergency situations, emphasizing that these … Read more

2nd Circuit Backs New York’s Tough Gun Liability Law in Landmark Ruling, Declares Win for Public Safety

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NEW YORK — A federal appeals court upheld New York’s gun liability law on July 10, rejecting a challenge brought by the National Shooting Sports Foundation and 14 of its members. The 2nd U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals determined that the law, which imposes accountability on the gun industry for injuries tied to misconduct in the sale or marketing of firearms, is constitutional. In its ruling, the court affirmed the dismissal of the lawsuit, stating that the 2021 law does not conflict with federal regulations nor violate interstate commerce principles. Judge Eunice C. Lee, who … Read more