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Groundbreaking Jury Verdict: $20 Million Awarded to Woman Left Paralyzed by Ski Lift Incident in Colorado

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A jury has awarded $20 million to a woman who suffered paralysis after a ski lift accident in Colorado. The decision comes after an extensive trial in which the plaintiff, 29-year-old Kelsey R. Smith, detailed her life-altering experience on the slopes. The incident occurred in January 2021 at Winter Park Resort, where Smith fell from a ski lift. The jury determined that the resort’s negligence contributed significantly to the accident that left her unable to walk. The case centered around safety practices and the responsibilities ski resorts hold to ensure guest safety. During the trial, … Read more

Federal Jury Slaps American Express with $12.5 Million Verdict for Unfair Practices Amid Antitrust Claims Dismissal

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NEW YORK — A federal jury has ordered American Express Co. to pay $12.5 million in damages after finding the company engaged in unfair practices under Illinois law, although it was cleared of various antitrust allegations that had also been brought against it. The verdict, delivered on Thursday in the U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York, stemmed from a protracted legal battle initiated by state consumers. Those consumers challenged certain nondiscrimination clauses present in American Express’s agreements with merchants who accept its credit cards. These provisions specifically prohibit steering practices, which … Read more

House of Doge Launches Ambitious $200 Million Treasury Project, Led by Elon Musk’s Lawyer

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Miami, Florida — The House of Doge, the official corporate entity for Dogecoin, has laid out plans to establish a $200 million treasury company. Alex Spiro, who serves as Elon Musk’s personal lawyer, is expected to take on the role of chairman. This initiative, which was initiated in early 2025 by the Dogecoin Foundation, is being marketed to potential investors as a public venture supported by House of Doge. The primary aim of the company is to retain Dogecoin as an asset on its balance sheet, allowing investors to gain exposure to the cryptocurrency without … Read more

Tesla Appeals $243 Million Verdict, Claims Jury Misled on Autopilot Technology in Fatal Crash Case

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Miami — Tesla is seeking to overturn a $243 million jury verdict awarded to the family of a 22-year-old college student who died in a crash involving a Tesla vehicle equipped with Autopilot features. The company, led by Elon Musk, filed a motion in federal court arguing that the lawyers for the victims misled the jury by referencing Musk during the trial. The tragic incident occurred when the victim, Naibel Benavides, was struck by a speeding Tesla driven by George McGee, who admitted he was distracted by his cellphone at the time of the accident. … Read more