Last week, actress Gwyneth Paltrow won a highly publicized lawsuit over a 2016 ski collision. The accident took place at a posh Utah ski resort during Paltrow’s family vacation.
Paltrow was sued by Terry Sanderson, a retired optometrist, over a collision in 2016 during a family vacation.
The live-streamed trial quickly became a pop culture fixation. And during the two-week event, dozens of attorneys were interviewed to give their views on the case.
It ended with the 8-person jury unanimously deciding in favor of Paltrow. And the jury awarded her the $1 she asked for damages in a symbolic victory.
Paltrow’s attorney, Steve Owens, said outside the courtroom that Paltrow has a history of advocating for what she believes in, and will continue to stand up for what is right.
A statement from Paltrow was posted on Instagram to her 8.3 million followers. She expressed her gratitude for the jury’s verdict and thanked them for their work.
She also emphasized that the case was not about money, but about maintaining her integrity and standing up for what she believes in.
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Paltrow, known for her roles in “Shakespeare in Love” and the “Iron Man” series, has refashioned herself in recent years as a celebrity wellness entrepreneur. She is the founder and CEO of Goop, a lifestyle brand that focuses on wellness, beauty, and holistic living.
