The Justice Department is defending a plea deal it struck with Boeing following the fatal crashes of its 737 Max aircraft that killed 346 people. Criticism has mounted from the victims' families regarding the agreement, but the Justice Department maintains that the deal is appropriate given the circumstances. News Staff reported on August 14, 2024, at 5:13 pm PDT from Dallas that this defense stance continues to be a significant point of contention among the affected families and legal analysts.
In another legal battle, Boeing recently avoided a $72 million jury verdict. A Washington state federal judge ruled in favor of Boeing, determining that a startup failed to adequately define trade secrets, therefore negating the jury's original decision. This ruling is seen as a significant victory for Boeing amidst a series of complex legal challenges.