Recently, the Missouri Legislature passed a bill that would make it more difficult for a plaintiff to obtain punitive damages. For a full discussion of the bill expected to be signed by the Governor, see the article from our colleagues by clicking here.
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Eight Figure Jury Award in California Highlights Risks of Retaliation Claims
By Daniel V. Duff III on
Posted in Damages
A jury in California awarded $22.4 million in punitive damages to a former sales manager of Cardiovascular Systems, Inc., a medical device company, based on a finding that his employer retaliated against him under both the California Fair Employment & Housing Act (California Government Code § 12940(h)) and the California Whistleblower Act (California Labor Code…
Garden Variety Emotional Distress Damages in Employment Matters to Bloom in New Jersey
By Timothy D. Speedy on
Posted in Damages
The specific facts presented to the jury will determine whether an award of “garden variety” emotional distress damages is reasonable, the New Jersey Supreme Court has held in an employment discrimination case brought under the New Jersey Law Against Discrimination (“LAD”). Read more.