Jury Verdicts & Settlements

Miami Teen Assault Lawsuit Ends in Defense Verdict

In A.R. (Minor) et al. vs. M.P. (Minor) et al., the Eleventh Judicial Circuit in Miami-Dade County examined three serious intentional tort claims—simple battery, sexual battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress—brought by A.R. through her mother, Elida Villaroel, against fellow minor M.P. The lawsuit centered on allegations stemming from a December 2022 gathering at a Coral Gables High School friend’s apartment clubhouse. The Plaintiffs alleged non-consensual touching, penetration, and emotionally damaging conduct. They sought damages exceeding $30,000 and reserved the right to pursue punitive damages. The defense denied all allegations, arguing lack of intent, insufficient proof of outrageous conduct, and asserting affirmative defenses such as unclean hands. On May 30, 2025, the jury found in favor of the Defendant on all three counts. With no liability established, the jury did not reach the damages phase, resulting in a complete defense verdict and no monetary recovery for the Plaintiffs.

Orlando Man Awarded $194K in Defamation Lawsuit

A civil jury in Orange County, Florida, ruled in favor of Hugh Miller in a defamation lawsuit against Fernando Alejandro. Miller alleged that Alejandro published false and damaging statements that harmed his reputation, emotional well-being, and financial stability. During trial, Miller presented evidence linking the defamatory statements to worsened health, medical costs, and significant economic losses. Alejandro’s defense argued truth, opinion, and lack of causation, but the jury rejected these arguments. On April 24, 2025, the jury awarded Miller a total of $194,795.17, including compensation for reputational damage, health injury, medical expenses, and lost earnings. The verdict confirmed that Alejandro’s statements directly caused substantial harm to Miller, warranting full compensatory damages.

Miami Jury Awards $982K for Civil Theft and Conversion Case

A Miami-Dade jury delivered a decisive verdict on March 24, 2025, finding Pedro M. Menichetti, Pablo A. Menichetti, and Meni Tech LLC liable for the wrongful taking of funds from Plaintiff Christian Angarita and Level One Construction LLC. The core of the dispute revolved around the Defendants’ actions, which the jury ultimately determined constituted Unjust Enrichment, Conversion, and the more serious charge of Civil Theft under Florida Statute § 772.11. The Defendants had maintained that the funds were merely an investment in a "verbal business agreement" and not stolen property. However, the jury rejected this defense, awarding $233,000.00 in compensatory damages for the direct financial loss. Crucially, the finding of Civil Theft resulted in a triple (treble) damage award of $699,000.00, bringing the total judgment against the Menichetti family and their company to $982,000.00. This verdict sends a strong message regarding the legal consequences of misappropriating business funds in Florida.

Oregon Wrongful Termination Lawsuit: Fred Meyer Stores Cleared of Sexual Harassment and Retaliation Claims

Elderly Patient Awarded $1.8M Verdict Against Queen of the Valley Hospital for Abuse and Neglect

Georgia Medical Malpractice Case: Jury Favors Surgeon; No Damages for Plaintiff Blaming Renal Failure On Negligence

Hazardous Conditions Lawsuit: No Damages Awarded To Plaintiff By Pennsylvania Jury

Oregon Jury Awards $400,000 For Workplace Discrimination and Negligent Infliction of Emotional Distress