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$1.5 Million Case Victory for This Man Following a Car Crash

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3 years ago

August 26, 2022

After a rear-end collision in September 2018, one man sought compensation for his extensive, permanent injuries. He took it to court. After four years, he’s finally won his settlement: $1.5 Million. Though the path he took to his win was treacherous, and the road to recovery he’ll have to face afterwards won’t be a simple walk in the park—it is safe to say he has gotten his justice.

The accident occurred on freeway 80 in Valero, CA. The victim was driving down the road, which a traffic jam had slightly blocked. So naturally, he slowed to a stop. He likely reasoned that everybody else would have the same common courtesy, not realizing until it was too late that a car behind him had not only failed to break but was flying at him full speed.

The aggressor’s car swerved into the left shoulder, failing to merge and smashing into the victim’s car with a severity only possible on a highway. The subsequent rear-end collision not only claimed the victim’s vehicle but catapulted it into yet another car on the road. While the victim didn’t succumb to his injuries, he didn’t get out of the wreckage Scott-free.

The crash left the man with several spinal injuries he’ll carry with him for the rest of his life. He reported pain in his head, back, lower back, neck, and right shoulder and weakness in his right arm that actively impaired day-to-day activities. Luckily, we live in the modern age, and there are therapy and surgeries that can at least partially alleviate his suffering. The victim received an anterior cervical discectomy, lap band surgery, fusion, and an anterior lumbar discectomy. While helpful, these procedures can be immensely taxing and pricey.

Represented by attorney Ani Megerdichian with JT legal group, he managed to claim a lot in the subsequent litigation. The $1.5 million settlement represented not only justice for the victim but hope for many other victims (and their families) looking for compensation after similar tragedies.

With an estimated 500,000 people injured yearly in rear-end collisions, and far fewer cases ending in a celebratory million-dollar settlement, it’s safe to say that access to resources like those provided to this man isn’t available to everybody. So it pays to know your rights and the typical procedure for seeking justice. If you’re unlucky enough to be in a horrible car accident, you still want to be lucky enough to win a million dollars from it.

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Turkish Textile Giant Sun Textile Solution Proposal for Drought

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1 month ago

February 4, 2025

Jenny Jackson

While the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United Nations (UN) are seeking solutions to combat drought through various projects, Ekoten Textile, a subsidiary of Turkey’s textile giant Sun Textile, has developed a groundbreaking project in collaboration with a technology startup to minimize the intensive water consumption in the textile industry. This pioneering project, the first of its kind globally, will enable the recycling and reuse of up to 90% of the water used in textile production.

Drought is one of the most pressing issues facing the world today. According to WHO data, 40% of the global population is struggling with water scarcity. By 2030, up to 700 million people could be forced to migrate due to drought. The unconscious use of water in global production processes plays a significant role in the rapid depletion of clean water resources.

The textile industry is one of the sectors with the highest water consumption. In Turkey, while the food industry consumes 22% of the water used for industrial purposes, the textile sector follows closely with 18%. For instance, producing an average of 40 tons of products daily requires 2,500 tons of water, equivalent to the daily water consumption of approximately 10,000 people.

CLEAN WATER RESOURCES FOR HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS OF PEOPLE EVERY DAY!

In textile production, where clean water resources are heavily consumed, the innovative success of the Turkish company stands out as a global best practice. This initiative will shape the future of the industry. The wastewater recycling project, developed through intensive R&D efforts, will ensure that over 90% of the required water is sourced from recycled supplies.

The reuse of wastewater in production will transform the fate of countries operating in the textile sector. By preventing the use of clean water resources for textile production, this project will free up clean water sources that can meet the daily needs of hundreds of thousands of people.

R&D ACTIVITIES IN 38 COUNTRIES WITH 380 PARTNERS!

Sun Textile places great emphasis on R&D activities, conducting research and development efforts with 380 partners across 38 countries. Sun Textile and its subsidiary Ekoten Textile export nearly 90% of their production, solidifying their identity as a leading exporter. The company ships products to numerous destinations worldwide, including European countries, the UK, and the US. Sun Textile, the leading ready-to-wear exporter in the Aegean Region, achieved a consolidated turnover of 250 million euros in the third quarter of 2024, continuing its active growth trajectory.

OFFERING CUSTOM DESIGNS TO CUSTOMERS

Sun Textile provides its own designed collections to leading brands in Europe and the UK. Ekoten Textile, its subsidiary, is among the most respected knitted fabric manufacturers in Turkey and Europe.

With a dedicated sales team for each major customer group and five design offices in three different countries, Sun Textile creates designs tailored to its customers’ needs. Its largest clients include the Inditex Group, H&M, Jimmy Key, Tesco, Kiabi, Marks & Spencer, and Next.

Sun Textile also extends its sustainability approach to social responsibility, notably for its high ratio of female employees. The company, which went public in 2022, is also listed in dividend indexes.