Waterbury

Waterbury Jury Issues $2 Million Verdict in Landmark Case Against Eversource

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Waterbury, Connecticut – A Connecticut jury has ordered Eversource, the state’s largest utility company, to pay $2 million to a local homeowner, Cathy Morelli, for extensive damage caused to her home due to a sewer backup incident linked to an explosion that the court found was preventable. This verdict comes after a protracted legal battle spotlighting the utility’s responsivities and safety protocols. According to court documents, the incident occurred in July 2017 when an explosion resulting from a gas leak led to a significant backup of sewer lines, causing severe damages to Morelli’s basement and … Read more

Waterbury Jury Delivers Surprising $3.9M Verdict in Challenging Case

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Waterbury, Connecticut — A Connecticut jury has awarded a $3.9 million verdict in a complex negligence case, marking a significant decision in what legal experts have described as a challenging and not straightforward lawsuit. The case centered around severe injuries a man sustained due to alleged neglect, sparking a wider conversation on safety and accountability. The jury’s decision came after a meticulous examination of the evidence presented during the trial, which painted a vivid picture of the plaintiff’s suffering and the defendant’s alleged failure to uphold safety standards. The award highlights the jury’s acknowledgment of … Read more

Waterbury Jury Grants $14.4 Million Verdict in Medical Malpractice Lawsuit Over Collapsed Imaging Table

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WATERBURY, Connecticut – In a significant victory for the plaintiffs, attorneys from Silver Golub & Teitell have successfully secured a $14.4 million award in a medical malpractice lawsuit. The case involved an incident where an imaging table collapsed, causing severe injuries to the plaintiff and necessitating multiple surgeries. The trial concluded on Friday, as a Waterbury jury determined that James Griswold and his wife Diana Griswold should receive a total of $9 million in compensation. Of this amount, James Griswold was awarded $3 million in economic damages and an additional $4 million for the pain … Read more