Verdict

Historic $129 Million Verdict Awarded to Family of Young Girl Killed in School Traffic Accident

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Slidell, Louisiana – A St. Tammany County jury has awarded $129 million in damages to the family of a 6-year-old girl, Emma Savoie, who was tragically struck and killed by a car in 2022 near her school, Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic School, during an after-school running activity. The incident, which has reverberated throughout the community, occurred as Emma tried to catch up with her older brother Beau, 9, during the run when she crossed the street and was hit. The legal proceedings wrapped up last Friday with a verdict that highlights significant concerns about … Read more

Arab American Attorney Secures $42 Million Verdict for Iraqi Victims of Abu Ghraib Abuse

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WASHINGTON — In a landmark case that highlights the enduring scars of war and the quest for justice, a U.S. jury on Tuesday awarded $42 million in damages to three former detainees of Abu Ghraib prison in Iraq. The men, who suffered torture and mistreatment during their confinement, were represented by Shereef Akeel, an Arab American lawyer. His advocacy brought significant attention to their plight, underscoring the legal battles faced by many former detainees seeking acknowledgment and compensation for their ordeals. The case, viewed as a milestone in international human rights law, revolves around incidents … Read more

Judge Drastically Reduces $38 Million Verdict in New Hampshire Youth Detention Center Abuse Case to $475,000

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CONCORD, N.H. — A New Hampshire judge has significantly reduced a multimillion-dollar verdict originally awarded to victims of abuse at the state’s youth detention center. The judge’s preliminary ruling decreases the $38 million award down to $475,000, marking a drastic reduction in the compensation that the state is required to pay. This landmark civil trial stems from allegations of widespread abuse that occurred at the Sununu Youth Services Center, formerly known as the Youth Development Center, located in Manchester, New Hampshire. Over the years, the center has been the focus of numerous complaints and legal … Read more

Jury Awards $6.2 Million to Black SMUD Employees in Landmark Racial Discrimination Verdict

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Sacramento, California — In a significant legal decision, four current and former Black employees of the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) were awarded a $6.2 million verdict by a jury. The case, centered on claims of racial discrimination, concluded after the plaintiffs provided compelling evidence that their employer had engaged in discriminatory practices impacting their careers. The plaintiffs, all of whom have either previously worked or are currently working for SMUD, detailed a work environment marred by racial bias. They alleged that this discrimination hindered their professional advancement and created a hostile working atmosphere. The … Read more