''The amount itself is not important -- the city disrespected these men and violated their rights.''

Charles LiMandri, lawyer for four San Diego firemen who sued the city and their department for sexual harassment after they objected to a required participation aboard a firetruck in the 2007 Pride Day Parade. They had asked for $500,000 to $1 million each, but the jury awarded them far less: $5,000 each, plus $100 for one who had a counseling co-pay, and $14,200 for one who felt the need to transfer to another station. A previous jury could not reach a verdict. (LA Times)