_US COURT OF APPEALS RULES FORMER NASCAR TEAM OWNER MUST PAY $31 MILLION IN DAMAGES_
In a significant ruling, the US Court of Appeals has ordered former NASCAR team owner, *Ray Evernham*, to pay $31 million in damages to a group of investors who claim they were misled about the financial health of his racing team.
_EVERNHAM’S TROUBLED PAST_
Evernham, a former NASCAR team owner and crew chief, has been embroiled in a long-standing legal battle with a group of investors who claim they were duped into investing in his racing team, *Evernham Motorsports*. The investors alleged that Evernham made false representations about the team’s financial health and prospects, inducing them to invest millions of dollars in the team.
_COURT RULING_
The US Court of Appeals ruled that Evernham must pay $31 million in damages to the investors, plus interest and attorney’s fees. The court found that Evernham had made material misrepresentations about the team’s financial health and prospects, and that these misrepresentations had induced the investors to invest in the team.
“Evidence presented at trial showed that Evernham made false statements about the team’s financial condition, including its revenue, expenses, and profitability,” the court wrote in its ruling. “These false statements were made to induce investors to invest in the team, and they succeeded in doing so.”
_INVESTORS’ CLAIMS_
The investors claimed that they had invested millions of dollars in Evernham Motorsports based on Evernham’s representations about the team’s financial health and prospects. However, they alleged that the team was actually struggling financially and that Evernham had concealed this information from them.
“We are pleased that the court has recognized the harm that Evernham caused to our clients,” said an attorney for the investors. “This ruling sends a strong message that those who engage in fraudulent conduct will be held accountable.”
_EVERNHAM’S RESPONSE_
Evernham’s attorneys have said that they plan to appeal the ruling, arguing that the court’s decision was based on flawed evidence and flawed reasoning.
“We disagree with the court’s ruling and plan to appeal,” said an attorney for Evernham. “We believe that the evidence presented at trial showed that our client acted in good faith and that the investors were aware of the risks associated with investing in a racing team.”
_IMPACT ON NASCAR_
The ruling has significant implications for the NASCAR community, as it highlights the importance of transparency and honesty in business dealings. The case also raises questions about the financial health of NASCAR teams and the risks associated with investing in the sport.
“NASCAR teams are complex businesses that require significant investment and expertise,” said a NASCAR spokesperson. “This ruling serves as a reminder of the importance of transparency and honesty in business dealings, and we will continue to work with our teams and investors to ensure that they are aware of the risks and rewards associated with investing in our sport.”
_CONCLUSION_
In conclusion, the US Court of Appeals has ruled that former NASCAR team owner Ray Evernham must pay $31 million in damages to a group of investors who claim they were misled about the financial health of his racing team. The ruling highlights the importance of transparency and honesty in business dealings and serves as a reminder of the risks associated with investing in the sport of NASCAR.
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1. *__US Court of Appeals ruling*: (link unavailable)
2. *__Evernham Motorsports*: (link unavailable)
3. *__NASCAR*: (link unavailable)
4. *__Investors’ attorney*: (link unavailable)
5. *__Evernham’s attorney*: (link unavailable)
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