yes and they don’t mention the suits that settle, or are lost.
Don’t forget, florida requires the parties mediate before trial.
I have seen many failed mediations where the defendanats could have avoided astronomical fees end with jury verdicts like this. (hundreds of thousands vs millions)
They also forget that lawyers collect zero on zero judgments. Often times refering their clients to a bankruptcy attorney because of the medical bills.
I honestly expect this verdict to be reduced either by the judge, the appelate courts (assuming appeal and walgreens posts a bond) OR the parties agree to a lesser amount to forgoe the appeal.
It doesn’t bother me so much that those ignorant of the legal system piss and moan over their imaginary villan as it does that they think they know what “fix” the system, nor have any idea of what the consequences of their fixes would actually be.