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New Jersey Jury Awards Over $1 Million to Sales Rep for Unpaid Commissions After Emotional Trial

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Marlton, New Jersey – A New Jersey jury has awarded over $1.26 million in damages to a former sales representative who claimed he was fired after voicing concerns about unpaid commissions. The compensatory and punitive damages were directed to Richard Crosthwait, formerly the director of business development at Capitol Woodwork, a woodworking firm based in Marlton. Crosthwait was dismissed from his position in July 2018 after he alleged that the company had not properly compensated him for his commissions. His legal battle concluded after a 12-day trial presided over by Judge James J. Ferrelli in … Read more

Jury Sides with Tepeyak Group, Rejects $2.1 Million Lawsuit from Pennington Companies Over Real Estate Dispute

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Houston, TX — A lengthy legal battle culminated in a Houston court room where a jury delivered a verdict favoring Tepeyak Group LLC in a multifaceted legal dispute against Pennington Companies Inc. and its subsidiary, Coast to Coast Motors, LLC. The verdict came after rigorous legal confrontation in the Harris County 270th Judicial District Court. Pennington Companies had initiated legal action against Tepeyak in June 2021, leveling serious allegations including real estate fraud, common law fraud, and breach of contract. They sought compensatory and punitive damages totaling over $2 million dollars which included $1.5 million … Read more

Walgreens Agrees to $300 Million Settlement Over DOJ Allegations of Prescription Misconduct

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CHICAGO — In a substantial legal development, Walgreens has agreed to pay $300 million plus 4 percent interest to settle allegations by the Department of Justice regarding questionable dispensing procedures and fraudulent practices. This settlement, disclosed on April 21 by the DOJ and filed at the United States District Court for the Northern District of Illinois, does not hold Walgreens directly liable for the opioid crisis, but accuses the pharmacy giant of causing “severe and concrete harm.” Under the terms of the settlement, should Walgreens be acquired or absorbed by another entity before the end … Read more

$24.2 Million Awarded in Tragic Slide Hill Park Fatality Case

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Davis, CA – In a landmark decision, a California jury has awarded a $24.2 million verdict to the family of an individual who died due to injuries sustained at Slide Hill Park. The victim, whose identity has not been released, suffered fatal injuries in an incident at the park, leading to a significant wrongful death lawsuit that culminated this past week. The jury’s decision follows an intense legal battle that centered on the alleged negligence of the park management and local authorities responsible for safety measures at the recreational facility. According to legal documents, the … Read more