U.S. Jury Holds Chiquita Brands Accountable for Colombian Paramilitary Deaths with $38.3 Million Verdict

A U.S. jury has found Chiquita Brands International liable for the deaths of eight Colombians, awarding $38.3 million to the victims’ families. The deaths were attributed to right-wing death squads, which Chiquita had paid to protect its business interests in Colombia. This case underscores the accountability businesses may face for their overseas operations and the repercussions of their interactions with paramilitary groups. For more details, you can read the original article here.