Unanimous federal jury finds Topgolf liable in landmark $15.7M verdict
High-ranking OHSU doctor sexually assaulted woman in elevator, jury finds in $1M verdict
Salem Court Finds that LPMC’s Conduct was in Bad Faith, and that Co-Owner Committed Fraud
Multnomah County jury returns $1M verdict against former OHSU professor
Lawsuit claims Portland homeless service provider grossly mismanaged public funds
Landmark $15.7M Jury Verdict Highlights Safety Concerns at Entertainment Venues, Raising Industry-Wide Questions About Design, Liability, and Duty of Care
Portland, Oregon (September 2025) – An Oregon family has secured a $15 million jury award after their nine-year-old son was struck in the face by a golf club during a birthday party at a Topgolf facility in 2021. The child, who suffered a depressed skull fracture and cerebral hemorrhage, had been seated in a non-hitting area at the Hillsboro, Oregon, venue when another child swung a club and unintentionally struck him above the right eye. The injury occurred in an area marked off only by a red line—a design element that the plaintiff argued was dangerously insufficient to prevent such accidents…..Although the verdict concludes this particular legal battle, its implications for the recreational entertainment industry may be far-reaching. The jury’s award of $15.8 million signals a heightened standard of care expected from businesses, especially those that attract families with young children. The confidential nature of the punitive damages settlement leaves some questions unanswered. However, the case raises awareness of the potential risks at entertainment facilities and may influence future design and safety decisions within the industry. Legal observers will likely track whether Topgolf modifies its bay designs in response to the verdict or faces similar litigation in other jurisdictions. For now, the Oregon ruling stands as a significant cautionary tale about balancing customer experience with public safety. …Continue Reading
Million Dollar Verdict Against Former OHSU Professor in Sex Assault
Portland, Oregon (February 25, 2025) – Yesterday, a Multnomah County jury awarded over One Million Dollars to Amy Koski after finding Dr. Andras Gruber liable for sexual assault and intentional infliction of emotional distress. Dr. Gruber has agreed to pay this amount in full.
Ms. Koski’s claims stemmed from a May 2018 incident that happened while she and Dr. Gruber were returning to OHSU after having lunch at Pizzicato, a nearby restaurant. Ms. Koski and Dr. Gruber were
alone in an elevator when Dr. Gruber put his hand on Ms. Koski’s vulva without her consent. …Continue Reading
Court of Appeals Affirms Jury Verdict of Negligence by Chiropractor in Patient Stroke
Kaelen Park v. Daniel Burnett, D.C. and Boones Ferry Chiropractic & Massage Clinic P.C., Clackamas County Circuit Court Number: 18CV11836
After three weeks of trial, and l½ days of deliberation, a Clackamas County jury found in Plantinff’s favor on the claim for medical malpractice, and awarded past medical expenses and non-economic damages.
National Law Day, 2025
On May 1, 2025, Jaimee King, Sam Smith, and Anne Foster went to the Multnomah County Courthouse for an event sponsered by the Multnomah Bar Association and Oregon Women Lawyers. In honor of National Law Day, Jaimee, Sam, and Anne joined thousands of judges and attorneys, nationwide, as they retook their Oaths of Office to support the Constitution and laws of the United States, to defend due process, to protect civil liberties, and to oppose laws or actions that undermine those liberties.