Water

Jury Orders Real Water to Pay Over $3 Billion for Toxic Bottled Water Linked to Fatal Liver Disease

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Las Vegas — A jury has ordered a bottled water company, known for a product that caused a severe health crisis in Southern Nevada, to pay over $3 billion in damages. The decision on Friday marked another significant financial judgment against Real Water, which faces numerous lawsuits following an outbreak of liver failure and at least one fatality related to its product. Last week’s judgment follows a history of heavy penalties against the company, including verdicts of $5 billion and $3 billion earlier this year. Real Water, operated by Affinitylifestyles.com, promoted its bottled water as … Read more

Jury Hits Las Vegas Real Water Company with Staggering $3.8 Billion Verdict in Landmark Lawsuit

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In a monumental legal decision out of Las Vegas, Nevada, a jury has awarded a staggering $3.8 billion to plaintiffs who sued the local company Real Water, alleging that its alkaline water products led to severe liver damage. This lawsuit marks one of the largest single jury verdicts in recent history concerning a consumer product. The case, which has captivated public attention, centered around the company’s alkaline water, which was marketed as a healthy beverage option. Plaintiffs in the lawsuit claimed that the water caused a range of health issues, most notably non-viral hepatitis that … Read more

San Juan Water District Faces Budget Overrun Amid Legal Battle Over Running Iron Ranch Sale

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San Juan, Colorado – In recent months, the financial burden of ongoing litigation has placed the San Juan Water Conservancy District (SJWCD) under fiscal pressure as they debate the potential sale of Running Iron Ranch. The property, co-owned with the Pagosa Area Water and Sanitation District (PAWSD), has become a contested asset as plans to construct a reservoir on the site clash with PAWSD’s intentions to sell. The controversy began in the fall of 2024 when PAWSD initiated efforts to sell the ranch, a move opposed by SJWCD based on an agreement made in 2015 … Read more

ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar Clinch Special Jury Award for Water Efficiency at FICCI Water Awards 2024

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Kolkata, India – ITC Royal Bengal and ITC Sonar, two premier hotels in Kolkata, were recently recognized at the FICCI Water Awards 2024 for their outstanding achievements in industrial water efficiency. Receiving the Special Jury Award on February 24, 2025, the accolade honors their commitment to sustainability, especially in terms of water-efficient practices and upholding the philosophy of Responsible Luxury, spearheaded by ITC Hotels. Both properties stand out not only for their innovative approaches to water management but also for their pivotal role in the hospitality industry’s push towards environmentally sustainable operations. These hotels are … Read more