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$27M Verdict Warns Employers: Vet and Train Employees or Pay the Price

Oct 1, 2025 | Background Screening, Employer Negligence

A jury in Franklin County, Ohio, awarded $27 million to the estate of Gregory Coleman Jr., who was fatally beaten by
two security guards outside a bar. The bar’s ownership was held 80 percent responsible even though the assault
occurred on public property. The verdict highlights the severe consequences of negligent hiring, supervision, and
retention—especially for employers in hospitality, retail, and entertainment industries—emphasizing the critical need
for rigorous vetting and training.

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