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Donald Trump’s Legal Bills Soar as Indictments Pile Up: Former President’s PACs Spend $50 Million in 2023

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Washington, D.C. – Former President Donald Trump’s legal troubles have proven to be a lucrative source of funding, as recent filings with the Federal Election Commission reveal that his political organizations, Save America PAC and Make America Great Again PAC, spent approximately $50 million on legal fees in 2023. These expenses cover the legal defense costs for a series of indictments and civil trials faced by Trump and his associates. One notable expenditure was made by the Save America PAC, which spent $11 million in the latter half of 2023 on legal fees related to … Read more

The Surge Continues: Rising Nuclear Verdicts Set to Soar in 2024, New Analysis Finds

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NEW YORK, New York – In a recent verdict that drew attention, former President Donald Trump was hit with an $83.3 million defamation award, surpassing the amount requested by the plaintiff, writer E. Jean Carroll. This case stands out due to Trump’s actions throughout the legal process, which included denying responsibility, displaying a likelihood of repeating the behavior, and showing disdain for the judge and the judicial system. While such a combination of factors is rare, the trend of awarding high damages in more typical scenarios is on the rise, according to a recent analysis … Read more

Unforeseen Consequences: Trump’s Defamation Damages Soar, Jury Shaken

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — While examining the case of former President Donald Trump’s defamation damages, legal expert Adam Winkler showcased the considerable increase in these costs. This comes as Trump faced several defamation lawsuits during his time in office. Winkler’s analysis sheds light on the potential consequences of Trump’s contentious rhetoric. According to Winkler, these damages soared due to the jury’s dismissal of Trump’s claims. He argued that Trump’s brash and often controversial statements were detrimental to his position in these lawsuits. Winkler highlights that the juries “didn’t like” Trump’s remarks, leading to substantial financial … Read more

Mass Tort and Toxic Tort Legal Battles Soar in Federal Docket: Supreme Court and Appeals Courts Grapple with Groundbreaking Cases

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RALEIGH, North Carolina – With an increasing number of mass tort and toxic tort claims being brought to court, television screens are bombarded with advertisements encouraging victims to seek compensation through large verdicts. As the first settlements for contaminated water at Camp Lejeune are reached and over 50% of the federal docket is filled with multi-district litigation primarily stemming from mass tort cases, various courts are having to grapple with the complexities of these legal battles. The U.S. Supreme Court, 6th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals, and the 1st District Illinois Appellate Court are among … Read more