Lawyers for the plaintiffs are wrapping up their case in a civil trial alleging Red Roof Inn neglected to act against sex trafficking the company knew was taking place on its properties.
The two weeks of trial thus far have included testimony from Red Roof employees, corporate executives, trafficking experts, law enforcement, and victims themselves.
Emma Hetherington is director of the University of Georgia Law School’s Child Endangerment and Sexual Exploitation clinic.
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