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Federal Judge Overturns T.I. and Tiny’s $71 Million Victory in Doll Dispute; New Trial on the Horizon

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Santa Ana, California — A federal judge has overturned a jury’s $71 million verdict in favor of T.I. and Tameka “Tiny” Harris, related to their lawsuit against MGA Entertainment concerning the “O.M.G.” dolls. On Tuesday, Judge James V. Selna delivered a ruling indicating that while there was sufficient evidence for jurors to conclude MGA misappropriated the identity of the OMG Girlz, the Harris’ did not convincingly demonstrate that MGA had intentionally copied their brand. As a result, the case will proceed to a new trial. In his order, Judge Selna pointed out that the evidence … Read more

BlockFi Secures $35 Million Settlement with DOJ, Paving the Way for Regulatory Compliance and Rebuilding Trust

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BlockFi, a leading player in the cryptocurrency lending sector, has settled a lawsuit with the U.S. Department of Justice for $35 million. This financial agreement tackles ongoing legal challenges the company faced and outlines measures to steer clear of future litigation, enabling BlockFi to stabilize its operations and rebuild its reputation in the financial sector. The lawsuit originated from claims of mismanagement related to customer funds and non-compliance with regulatory standards. While the payment represents a significant financial burden for BlockFi, it also reflects a strategic initiative aimed at clearing the company’s legal hurdles. By … Read more

Pennsylvania Jury Grants $5.6 Million to Parents After Botched Birth and Privacy Violations Leave Child Severely Disabled

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PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania jury has awarded $5.6 million to the parents of a child who suffered severe brain damage during a birth that they allege involved medical negligence. The case unfolded in Allegheny County, where the parents claimed that their child’s traumatic delivery significantly impacted their family’s life. The lawsuit centered on a botched birth that took place in 2013 at a local hospital, where the parents argued that inadequate medical care and oversight contributed to the child’s injuries. The couple asserted that the hospital staff did not follow proper protocols, which led to … Read more

"Atlanta Jury Awards $40 Million to Trafficking Survivor, Holding Hotel Liable for Exploitation of Minor"

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ATLANTA — A federal jury has held a hotel operator responsible for the sex trafficking of a teenage girl who was exploited at the United Inn & Suites for over a month. The verdict, reached late Friday, follows a civil lawsuit filed in 2020 by a woman identified as J.G., who claims she was trafficked as a minor between 2018 and 2019 at this Decatur location. Now an adult, J.G. alleges that Northbrook Industries, Inc., the hotel’s owner, turned a blind eye to the exploitation occurring on its premises despite clear warning signs. Jurors awarded … Read more