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Judge Reduces Major False Advertising Verdict Against Natera, Company Plans Appeal

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SAN FRANCISCO — A federal judge has reduced a substantial jury award against Natera, a cancer screening company, but declined to grant the firm’s request for a new trial. U.S. District Judge Edward Chen decreased the jury’s original award of $292.5 million for false advertising by $5.5 million on Monday. Following the court’s decision, Natera announced plans to appeal. The case stems from a ruling made by a jury in San Francisco last year, which found in favor of Guardant Health, determining that Natera should compensate its competitor with $75 million in future damages and … Read more

Pennsylvania Jury Grants Parents $5.6M in Major Verdict Over Brain Damage and Privacy Breach in Child’s Birth

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PITTSBURGH — A jury in Pennsylvania has awarded $5.6 million to the parents of a child who sustained severe brain injuries during birth due to alleged medical negligence. The case has brought attention to alarming practices within the medical community regarding patient privacy. The parents filed a lawsuit against the medical providers, claiming the hospital staff not only failed to provide adequate care during delivery but also violated their privacy by disclosing sensitive information without consent. The verdict, reached after several days of deliberation, reflects the jury’s finding of significant malpractice that contributed to the … Read more

Washington State Unveils Major Overhaul with 333 New Laws Addressing Public Safety, Housing, and Healthcare

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WASHINGTON – Starting tomorrow, Washington state residents will encounter significant changes as 333 new laws take effect. These laws encompass diverse areas such as law enforcement, housing regulations, and medical debt relief, impacting everyday life in various communities. Among the new initiatives is a $100 million grant program aimed at enhancing police departments across the state. This funding can be used for recruiting additional officers or employing behavioral health co-responders. However, municipalities looking to access these grants must either adopt a new public safety sales tax of 0.1% or have a similar tax already in … Read more