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Federal Jury Awards $25 Million to Players Over Illegal Gambling in High 5 Casino Mobile Apps

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Seattle, WA – A federal jury in Washington state handed down a nearly $25 million award to a class of players who claimed they suffered injuries from participating in two mobile gaming apps, High 5 Casino and High 5 Vegas. This legal decision underscores ongoing tensions between social casino-style applications and state gambling laws. Previously, a U.S. District Court judge found that these apps constituted illegal gambling under Washington state law, a conclusion that aligns with a broader interpretation of what constitutes “gambling” within the state. This interpretation includes not only traditional betting but also … Read more

$21.3 Million Verdict in Tractor Trailer Collision Case: Los Angeles Jury Awards Woman for Distracted Driving Incident

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Los Angeles, CA – A Los Angeles County jury has awarded $21.3 million to Leila Miyamoto, a woman who suffered severe spinal injuries after her car was hit from behind by a tractor trailer. The decision came after a riveting courtroom battle that pitted some of the nation’s top trial lawyers against each other. The trial, which was meticulously recorded by Courtroom View Network, began on January 17. Miyamoto’s legal team argued that the driver of the Services Group of America truck was distracted and fatigued, leading to the 2016 crash as Miyamoto was stopped, … Read more

Gómez Acebo & Pombo Excels Past €100 Million Mark in 2024, Citing Advanced Tech and International Strategy as Growth Drivers

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MADRID, Spain — Gómez Acebo & Pombo, a notable player in the legal services industry, has achieved a significant milestone by crossing the 100 million euro threshold in its 2024 global turnover, marking a nearly 8% increase from the previous year. This growth was notably pronounced in the firm’s operations within Spain, where it recorded a net turnover of 88.6 million euros. The firm’s performance was bolstered by robust growth in several key practice areas. Notably, the commercial, litigation, and competition sectors all reported double-digit growth rates. Geographically, the Spanish offices in Vigo, Bilbao, and … Read more