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Georgia Woman Awarded $164 Million After Being Trafficked at Super 8 Hotel
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What Happened?
A federal jury awarded $164 million to a woman trafficked at a Super 8 hotel in Georgia when she was 15. The jury found the hotel's operator liable for failing to assist her.
Key points
- The woman was 15 when the trafficking began in 2020 and continued into 2021.
- The jury awarded $44 million for the harm suffered and $120 million in punitive damages.
- Lincoln Bancorp owned the Super 8 hotel from December 2019 to December 2021.
- This case is part of a broader trend of lawsuits against hotels in Georgia for trafficking.
- Other hotels in Georgia have faced similar lawsuits, including Red Roof Inn and Days Inn.
Key insights
- The substantial award may set a precedent for future trafficking cases against hotels.
- Increased scrutiny on hotel operators could lead to stricter policies on trafficking prevention.
- Victims may feel more empowered to seek justice against businesses that fail to protect them.
Why it matters
This case highlights the responsibility of hotels in preventing trafficking on their premises.
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Entities
Georgia· StateSuper 8· BrandLincoln Bancorp· Company
Source
Times of India
