Verdict

$116 Million Verdict for Family in Tragic NYC Helicopter Crash Lawsuit

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New York, NY — In a landmark decision, a Manhattan jury awarded $116 million to the family of Trevor Cadigan, a 26-year-old journalist who tragically lost his life along with four others when their helicopter crashed into the East River in March 2018. The lawsuit, centered on claims of negligence and improper safety measures, culminated in a verdict that exposed significant lapses in the aviation tour industry. The helicopter, designed for aerial photography without doors, plunged into the frigid waters after a passenger’s harness accidentally triggered a fuel shutoff switch, immediately cutting the engine. While … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Harris Triumph with $71 Million Verdict Against Toymaker for Infringing on OMG Girlz Likeness

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In a landmark legal decision on Monday, rapper T.I., whose real name is Clifford Harris, and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Harris, emerged victorious in a high-stakes lawsuit against toymaker MGA, known for its popular L.O.L. Surprise! dolls. The jury, concluding a three-week trial, awarded the couple a staggering $71 million. The lawsuit alleged that MGA had exploited the likeness and trade dress of the OMG Girlz, a teen pop group formed by Tiny and featuring their daughter Zonnique “Star” Pullins, along with Bahja “Beauty” Rodriguez and Breaunna “Babydoll” Womack, in its line of “O.M.G.” dolls. … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Harris Triumph in $71 Million Jury Verdict Against Toy Giant for Infringing OMG Girlz’s Intellectual Property

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SANTA ANA, Calif. — In a significant legal victory, rapper T.I. and his wife Tameka “Tiny” Harris were awarded $71 million by a jury on Monday in their lawsuit against toy giant MGA Entertainment. The verdict concluded that MGA had infringed on the intellectual property rights of their formed musical group, OMG Girlz, through the company’s “L.O.L. Surprise! O.M.G.” dolls collection. The jury decided on $17.9 million in compensatory damages and an additional $53.6 million in punitive damages after a three-week trial in a federal court. Jurors identified 15 dolls that they found had copied … Read more

T.I. and Tiny Harris Celebrate $71 Million Verdict in Intellectual Property Lawsuit over OMG Girlz Likeness

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Los Angeles, California — In a landmark legal battle, rapper Clifford “T.I.” Harris and Tameka “Tiny” Harris earned a nearly $71 million award in a lawsuit against MGA Entertainment, the company that produces O.M.G. Dolls. The verdict, delivered by a federal jury in California, concluded that MGA had unlawfully used the name and appearance of the pop group OMG Girlz, which T.I. co-owns. The jury found that MGA Entertainment had infringed upon the trade dress and distinct style of the OMG Girlz, a group celebrated for its vibrant and unique aesthetic. This trial marks a … Read more