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Donald Trump Defiantly Breaks Rules to Deliver Closing Statement in $370 Million Civil Fraud Trial

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New York, NY – Former President Donald Trump made a surprise statement during his civil fraud trial, defying the judge’s rules in order to deliver a brief closing statement. The trial, which has spanned 11 weeks, centers around allegations that Trump overstated his assets to obtain more favorable loan terms. If found guilty, Trump could face severe consequences, including the loss of his namesake buildings, businesses, and reputation that once propelled him to professional and political stardom. Judge Arthur Engoron had issued a non-negotiable directive to Trump, stating that he could not make political statements … Read more

Philadelphia Jury Awards $26.2 Million in Punitive Damages to Man Injured in Reckless Truck Crash

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Philadelphia, PA – A Philadelphia jury has awarded $26.2 million to a man injured in a truck crash, with $25 million of that amount being punitive damages. This significant verdict comes just weeks after the Pennsylvania Supreme Court refused to establish a fixed rule limiting the ratio of punitive and compensatory damages. The plaintiff’s lawyers at Morgan & Morgan declined a settlement offer of $1.46 million from the defendants. The case involved Patrick Clemmons, who claimed that he suffered neck and back injuries, as well as a concussion, when his semi-truck was rear-ended by a … Read more

Former Students Awarded $135 Million in Landmark Sexual Assault Case Against Moreno Valley School District

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MORENO VALLEY, Calif. – Two former students of the Moreno Valley Unified School District have been awarded $135 million by a jury after suffering sexual assault at the hands of a teacher almost three decades ago. Justin McGregor and Brady Blair, who were both molested by teacher Thomas Lee West, have continued to suffer the consequences of the abuse to this day. McGregor spoke of struggling with symptoms of PTSD and the impact on his relationships. West was employed as a teacher at Vista Heights Middle School in Moreno Valley during the time McGregor and … Read more

Jury Awards $1.3 Million to Woman Injured in Motor Vehicle Accident

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Montclair, New Jersey – A woman has been awarded $1.3 million in damages by an Essex County jury in a motor vehicle accident case. Yvonne Terrell sustained injuries to her neck, back, and shoulder when her vehicle was struck by Penafranc Chitra, who ran a red light at Watchung Avenue and Grove Street on August 6, 2018. According to court documents, Terrell suffered disc herniations, a torn rotator cuff, and pinched nerves as a result of the accident. While she was advised to undergo surgery, Terrell chose alternative treatments such as physical therapy, acupuncture, and … Read more