Reported about 1 year ago
A federal jury in Florida has ruled that Chiquita Brands must pay $38.3 million to 16 family members of individuals killed in Colombia's civil war by a paramilitary group funded by the company. This marks the first time Chiquita has been found liable in such cases, with the company denying legal basis for the claims. The verdict follows a 6-week trial and is seen as a significant message against profiting from human rights abuses by corporations.
Source: YAHOO