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$50 Million Verdict Against Starbucks After Scalding Tea Incident Leaves Man with Severe Injuries

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Los Angeles, CA — A Los Angeles jury awarded $50 million to a local man on Friday, culminating a lawsuit against Starbucks, where he sustained severe burns from a spilled tea in 2020. The incident occurred at a drive-thru in Exposition Park, drastically altering the life of Michael Garcia, a Postmates driver handling a delivery at the time. Garcia was waiting at the window of the Starbucks located at 1789 West Jefferson Boulevard when he was handed a tray containing three large "medicine ball" hot teas. Tragically, one of the drinks toppled out of the … Read more

Renowned Attorney Paul R. Sugarman Passes at 93, Leaves Legacy of Legal Excellence and Advocacy for Justice

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Dorchester, MA—Paul R. Sugarman, a revered figure in Massachusetts’s legal community, passed away on Feb. 26 at age 93. Although he rose to prominence as a legendary trial attorney, Sugarman kept his origins in mind, often reflecting on his roots with a sense of pride and nostalgia, epitomized by the naming of his deep-sea fishing boat, the Arbutus 25, after his childhood home address. Born and raised in a modest Dorchester neighborhood, Sugarman’s legacy extends beyond his community roots, leaving a notable mark on the practice of tort law. He served as a mentor and … Read more

Long Beach Mother Wins $21.3 Million Verdict After Devastating Truck Collision Leaves Her with Lifelong Injuries

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LONG BEACH, Calif. — A Long Beach resident, Leila Miyamoto, has been awarded $21.3 million in damages from a negligence case following a severe traffic collision. In 2016, Miyamoto sustained traumatic brain injuries and chronic pain after her minivan was rear-ended by a large commercial truck while she was stopped, waiting to turn. Miyamoto, 43, was preparing to make a left turn at the intersection of Wardlow Road and Elm Avenue when her vehicle was struck by an 18-wheeler operated by driver Daniel Almazan. The impact was so significant that it not only demolished her … Read more

Rhode Island Mourns the Loss of Judicial Titan Bruce Selya, Whose Legacy of Legal Excellence and Community Service Leaves Indelible Mark

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Providence, RI — The passing of Judge Bruce Selya, a seminal figure in Rhode Island’s legal landscape and a respected member of the federal judiciary for over four decades, marks the end of an era. Renowned for his erudition and eloquence, Selya died at the age of 90, leaving behind a legacy characterized by intellectual rigor and a profound dedication to justice. Senator Jack Reed of Rhode Island paid tribute to Selya, describing him as a paragon of “wisdom, integrity, modesty, wit, and high ethical standards.” His contributions, Reed noted, significantly shaped the community and … Read more