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Oregon appellate ruling in PacifiCorp case could jeopardize $1 billion in wildfire victim damages

Oregon appellate ruling in PacifiCorp case could jeopardize $1 billion in wildfire victim damages

An Oregon appeals court has sided with PacifiCorp in a ruling that could possibly jeopardize over $1 billion in damages for victims of the state's devastating 2020 wildfires
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Oregon Court Ruling Could Affect $1 Billion in Wildfire Damages Against PacifiCorp

Oregon Court Ruling Could Affect $1 Billion in Wildfire Damages Against PacifiCorp

An Oregon appellate court has ruled in favor of PacifiCorp, potentially affecting over $1 billion in damages awarded to victims of the 2020 wildfires. The court found that a jury instruction during a 2023 trial was erroneous, as it allowed jurors to apply evidence from four different wildfires to all class members indiscriminately. This decision sends the case back to a lower court for reconsideration. The original trial had found PacifiCorp liable for not cutting power despite warnings, leading to significant damages. The ruling affects thousands of property owners who were part of the class-action lawsuit.
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Berkshire-owned PacifiCorp utility wins ruling that could reduce Oregon wildfire damages

Berkshire-owned PacifiCorp utility wins ruling that could reduce Oregon wildfire damages

By Jonathan Stempel April 8 (Reuters) - An appeals court on Wednesday ruled in favor of Berkshire Hathaway's PacifiCorp unit over a series of Oregon wildfires in 2020, saying a trial judge erred in letting litigation against the utility proceed as a class action.
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Oregon Appeals Court Ruling Could Impact Over $1 Billion in Wildfire Damages

Oregon Appeals Court Ruling Could Impact Over $1 Billion in Wildfire Damages

An Oregon appeals court has issued a ruling that may affect over $1 billion in damages for victims of the state's 2020 wildfires. The court has sent the class-action case back to a lower trial court due to concerns about a jury instruction given during a 2023 trial. This decision could delay more than 160 damages trials scheduled through 2027 and require some wildfire survivors to return to court. The ruling pointed out a procedural flaw in the lawsuit brought by 16 Oregonians affected by four different wildfires. The court emphasized that jurors should not assume that evidence applies to all class members. This decision could potentially reduce PacifiCorp's liability, which Berkshire Hathaway has estimated could reach tens of billions of dollars.
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Oregon Court Ruling Favors PacifiCorp, Potentially Reducing Wildfire Damages

Oregon Court Ruling Favors PacifiCorp, Potentially Reducing Wildfire Damages

Oregon Court Ruling Favors PacifiCorp, Potentially Reducing Wildfire Damages
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Nike Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Customer Data Breach Impacting Consumer Privacy

Nike Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Customer Data Breach Impacting Consumer Privacy

Nike Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Customer Data Breach Impacting Consumer Privacy
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Nike Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Customer Data Breach

Nike Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Customer Data Breach

Nike Faces Class Action Lawsuit Over Customer Data Breach
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Oregon Taxpayers Urged to Mail Returns Early Amid USPS Changes

Oregon Taxpayers Urged to Mail Returns Early Amid USPS Changes

The Oregon Department of Revenue is advising taxpayers to mail their state income tax returns by April 9 to avoid late postmarks due to changes in USPS operations. The U.S. Postal Service has adjusted its transportation operations, potentially delaying postmarking. This change could affect taxpayers who rely on paper filing, as postmarks are used to validate the timeline of tax returns. The warning follows the Trump administration's reduction of a free e-filing program, which has increased reliance on state systems for electronic filing.
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Oregon DOJ Faces Legal Hurdles in Sanctuary Law Compliance Probe at Salem Courthouse

Oregon DOJ Faces Legal Hurdles in Sanctuary Law Compliance Probe at Salem Courthouse

The Oregon Department of Justice is investigating a potential violation of the state's sanctuary law following a high-profile arrest by federal immigration agents at the Marion County Circuit Court in Salem. The incident, which occurred in late March, involved federal agents arresting individuals with the assistance of local authorities. Video footage shows a member of the sheriff's office present during the arrest, raising questions about compliance with Oregon's sanctuary law, which prohibits local law enforcement from assisting in immigration enforcement without a judicial warrant. The DOJ's Civil Rights Unit is reviewing the incident, but the outcome remains uncertain due to legal complexities surrounding the enforcement of sanctuary laws.
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Dolphins add offensive firepower in first mock draft from Peter Schrager

Dolphins add offensive firepower in first mock draft from Peter Schrager

Carnell Tate and Dillon Thieneman head to the Dolphins in first mock draft from ESPN insider.
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Ohio State makes multiple top schools lists to open the week

Ohio State makes multiple top schools lists to open the week

Ohio State made the cut for an elite 2027 edge and a blue-chip wide receiver.
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Kansas Battled Back but Couldn’t Complete the Championship Rally

Kansas Battled Back but Couldn’t Complete the Championship Rally

The Kansas Jayhawks' 2002-03 basketball season was a rollercoaster of highs and lows, culminating in their appearance at the NCAA Division I men's ...