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Liver Damage Lawsuit Ends in Landmark $130 Million Verdict Against Bottled Water Manufacturer

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Las Vegas, Nevada – A Nevada jury has awarded approximately $130 million in damages to five individuals who suffered liver damage after consuming bottled water sold by a Las Vegas-based company. The product was later recalled from store shelves in 2021. The Clark County District Court jury granted over $30 million in compensatory damages and an additional $100 million in punitive damages to the plaintiffs, including Myles Hunwardsen, who underwent a liver transplant at the age of 29. This marks the second large-sum award in a negligence and product liability case involving AffinityLifestyles.com Inc. and … Read more

Landmark CBD Lawsuit: Manufacturer Seeks Legal Clarification on Racketeering Charges in Supreme Court Battle

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New York, NY – A major CBD product manufacturer is seeking a court ruling on whether a lawsuit filed against them under a criminal racketeering law should proceed. The company is questioning the validity of the lawsuit and is requesting a definitive decision from the court. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the CBD industry as a whole. CBD, or cannabidiol, is a compound derived from the cannabis plant known for its potential therapeutic benefits. While CBD products have gained popularity in recent years, there has been ongoing legal ambiguity surrounding … Read more

Federal Jury Awards Circuitronix LLC Over $7.5 Million in Lawsuit Against Chinese Manufacturer

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MIAMI – In a surprising turn of events, a federal jury in Miami has awarded more than $7.5 million to Podhurst Orseck’s client, Circuitronix LLC, after allegations arose that the company had failed to pay over 400 invoices to Chinese-based manufacturer, Jiangmen Benlida Printed Circuit Co. This verdict comes after Circuitronix had initially been sued for $13.5 million by Benlida. Stephen Rosenthal, Matthew Weinshall, and Christina Martinez of Podhurst Orseck represented Circuitronix in the case, which was heard by U.S. District Judge Robert Scola of the Southern District of Florida. For Circuitronix and its legal … Read more