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‘You felt like you were poisoned and you were dying’: Nevada jury awards over $3 billion in damages against Real Water
(WJET/WFXP) — A jury has awarded $3 billion in punitive damages to 8 Las Vegas residents who suffered from sudden-onset liver failure after consuming the recalled and discontinued Real Water brand drinking water.
The Las Vegas residents, including 5 children and 3 adults, claimed that Real Water contained a toxic chemical known as hydrazine, which led to their sudden-onset liver failure.
A jury has awarded $3 billion in punitive damages to 8 Las Vegas residents who suffered from sudden-onset liver failure after consuming the recalled and discontinued Real Water brand drinking water.
The Las Vegas residents, including 5 children and 3 adults, claimed that Real Water contained a toxic chemical known as hydrazine, which led to their sudden-onset liver failure. Hydrazine is a toxic chemical used in the production of rocket fuel. The children involved ranged from 7 months old to 5 years old and had to be flown to a children’s hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah for treatment which was a result of drinking Real Water in the fall of 2020.
Real Water argued that they did not anticipate that hydrazine would be present in the water.
You felt like you were poisoned and you were dying.
Christopher Wren, Plaintiff
The emotional testimony revealed the pain and fear endured during the moments from hospitalization to recovery. All those affected now suffer from permanent liver damage and mental trauma.
After the Las Vegas-based health district made the FDA investigation public in mid-March 2021, company president Brent Jones issued a statement calling for stores nationwide to pull Real Water from shelves. The company termed the move voluntary.
A federal lawsuit, settled in June 2021, claimed that Real Water personnel had not properly cleaned and sanitized the water tanks in which they mix processed municipal tap water with E2 Concentrate, potentially leading to chemical and microbial contamination.
While the companies marketed their products as a healthy alternative to tap water, the government alleged that the products, in fact, consisted of municipal tap water that the defendants processed with various chemicals in violation of current good manufacturing practices, relevant food safety standards and hazard prevention measures
In June 2021, the FDA announced that Real Water had agreed to cease operations until they could comply with federal regulations.
However, just two months later, on August 20, 2021, the company officially filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy amid several pending lawsuits.
This is not the first case where a jury awarded millions in damages. In October 2023, a jury awarded over $228 million in damages to several plaintiffs who also suffered from liver failure, including the family of a 69-year-old woman who died from liver failure in 2020.
The children involved ranged from 7 months old to 5 years old and had to be flown to a children’s hospital in Salt Lake City, Utah for treatment which was a result of drinking Real Water in the fall of 2020.
Real Water argued that they did not anticipate that hydrazine would be present in the water — hydrazine is a toxic chemical that is used in the production of rocket fuel.
You felt like you were poisoned and you were dying.
Christopher Wren, Plaintiff
The emotional testimony revealed the pain and fear endured during the moments from hospitalization to recovery. All those affected now suffer from permanent liver damage and mental trauma.
After the Las Vegas-based health district made the FDA investigation public in mid-March 2021, company president Brent Jones issued a statement calling for stores nationwide to pull Real Water from shelves. The company termed the move voluntary.
A federal lawsuit, settled in June 2021, claimed that Real Water personnel had not properly cleaned and sanitized the water tanks in which they mix processed municipal tap water with E2 Concentrate, potentially leading to chemical and microbial contamination.
While the companies marketed their products as a healthy alternative to tap water, the government alleged that the products, in fact, consisted of municipal tap water that the defendants processed with various chemicals in violation of current good manufacturing practices, relevant food safety standards and hazard prevention measures
In June 2021, the FDA announced that Real Water had agreed to cease operations until they could comply with federal regulations.
However, just two months later, on August 20, 2021, the company officially filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy amid several pending lawsuits.
This is not the first case where a jury awarded millions in damages. In October 2023, a jury awarded over $228 million in damages to several plaintiffs who also suffered from liver failure, including the family of a 69-year-old woman who died from liver failure in 2020.
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History, health and Wild Nevada talks highlight Carson City Senior Center events this month – Carson Now
November not only means much cooler weather but also signals that the holiday season is around the corner. This month’s Carson City Senior Center activity lineup includes Veterans Day, history, health, planning and outdoor talks, a Meals on Wheels fundraiser and more. Check out below what’s happening this November at the Carson City Senior Center.
A Veterans Day Talk with Ken Beaton
Join author Ken Beaton on Tuesday, Nov. 4, for a Veterans Day talk about his book, which preserves WWII veterans’ stories. Beaton, a local teacher, veteran’s advocate, and author, will discuss the book’s journey from concept to publication and is available to answer questions, including about his new WWII romance book. The event is on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 11 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Zephyr Room (west end). Free event, RSVP not required – just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
Living History: CCC Horizons Broadened…Hope Regained
The Civilian Conservation Corps (CCC) provided jobs for millions of young men during the Great Depression and was one of the most successful New Deal programs. The CCC planted billions of trees and built infrastructure for parks nationwide, leaving a lasting environmental legacy. Join local historians David & Gayle Woodruff on Tuesday, Nov. 4, at 1:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (west end). RSVP not required – just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
Staying Sharp: Strategies for Maintaining Brain Health
Discover lifestyle and mental habits that help protect memory and cognition as we age, offered on Friday, Nov. 7, at 10:30 a.m. at the Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). The free workshop is brought to you by Comprehensive Home Health Solutions. RSVP not required – just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
An Encore Talk with Wild Nevada’s Chris Orr
Chris Orr is PBS Reno’s Senior Producer and host of the travel-adventure series Wild Nevada which has been broadcast for more than 20 years. The award-earning Wild Nevada series features Orr taking road trips and having outdoor adventures all around the Silver State. Wild Nevada is featured on more than 200 PBS members station across the country. Free event. RSVP is not necessary. This free talk is on Tuesday, Nov. 18, at 1:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, Nevada Room (west end). This Event Only – New Time (1:30pm) and Bigger Room (Nevada). RSVP not required — just show up. For more information, call (775) 883-0703.
Jewelry Sale to Benefit Meals on Wheels
The Carson City Senior Center will have its annual Jewelry Sale on Thursday, Nov. 6 and Friday, Nov. 7, from 9 to 2 p.m. Brand-new and gently used jewelry, handbags, wallets, pocket watches, belt buckles, and more will be on sale. All proceeds benefit Meals on Wheels Carson City. The event will take place in the main lobby of the Carson City Senior Center, located at 911 Beverly Drive. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Estate Planning Workshop Returns with Caren Jenkins in November
A 3-week Estate Planning Workshop covering an overview of Estate Planning, One Approach to Funding Your Trust, and Tackling Estate and Trust Administration. The workshop is offered by Caren Jenkins, a trusted attorney in Carson City with a broad reach in national estate and wealth planning on Thursday, Nov. 6, 13, 20, 4 to 5:30 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center at 911 Beverly Drive, Joshua Room (east end). Free event. RSVP at Reception.
Sunday Bingo Fundraiser for Meals on Wheels starts Nov. 9
A fundraiser for Meals on Wheels, with a progressive cash ball of $1,110 currently waiting for its next winner! Progressive jackpots and payouts of $25, $50, and $100 (game-dependent). Snack bar serving hot dogs and other goodies. All proceeds support Meals on Wheels. Bingo is played on the 2nd and 4th Sundays starting Nov. 9, doors open at 11 a.m., play starts at 1 p.m. at the Carson City Senior Center, 911 Beverly Drive, in the Sagebrush Dining Room. RSVP is not necessary, 21 and over. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703.
Senior Center seeking Euchre Players
We are looking for more playing to start a Euchre game at the Senior Center. Euchre is a 4-player, trick-taking card game played in fixed partnerships using a 24-card deck. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703 to sign up.
A Bus Trip to Watch ‘The Nutcracker‘
Join us on Saturday, Dec. 20, at 10:15 a.m. for a chartered bus trip to the Pioneer Center in Reno to watch the Nutcracker performance. Admission and transportation provided by SB118 from the 84th Legislative Session. Bring money for concessions and driver tip (optional). Limited seats available. Call the Senior Center for more information (775) 883-0703 to sign up.
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The 2025 Nevada high school football regional playoffs began on Friday, October 31. The North and South Regionals will set the State Championship brackets, which begin November 14-15.
High School On SI has brackets for every classification in the Nevada high school football playoffs. The playoffs culminate with the championship games on November 22 and 25.
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 1A Football Bracket (select to view full bracket details)
Eureka at Mineral County – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Wells at Carlin – 11/08 at 1 p.m. PST
Indian Springs at Tonopah – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Spring Mountain at Pahranagat Valley – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 2A Football Bracket
TBD at Pershing County – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Incline at Battle Mountain – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
White Pine at Needles – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Lake Mead Academy at Lincoln County – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 3A Football Bracket
Spring Creek at Truckee – 11/01 at 1 p.m. PDT
Fernley at Churchill County – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
Boulder City at Virgin Valley – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
Pahrump Valley at Moapa Valley – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
Truckee/Spring Creek at Elko – 11/08 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 4A Football Bracket
North Valleys at McQueen – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Reno at Carson – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Mater Academy East at Pinecrest Academy – Sloan Canyon – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Sports Leadership & Management at Clark – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Class 5A Football Bracket
Douglas at Spanish Springs – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Reed at Bishop Manogue – 11/07 at 7 p.m. PST
Green Valley at Centennial – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
Faith Lutheran at Las Vegas – 11/07 at 6 p.m. PST
2025 Nevada (NIAA) Open Division Football Bracket
Foothill at Bishop Gorman – 11/14 at 6 p.m. PST
Arbor View at Liberty – 11/14 at 6 p.m. PST
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LAS VEGAS (FOX5) — Have you ever wondered why state and local government offices close on Nevada Day? Or what does Nevada Day even stand for?
Nevada Day marks the anniversary of the “Battle Born” state being admitted to the Union by Abraham Lincoln on Oct. 31, 1864, during the Civil War, according to a proclamation signed by the governor.
Governor Joe Lombardo signed the proclamation, which continued the tradition to celebrate the rich history and accomplishments of the Silver State, according to the government document.
In observance of Nevada Day, residents should expect the following offices to be closed:
- State Offices
- County Offices
- City Offices
- Clark County School District Offices
- Libraries
- Nevada Division of Insurance
Officials encourage Nevadans to enjoy the festivities offered across the valley in honor of those who helped shape what Nevada is today.
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