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Supreme Court allows U.S. firms to seek damages for Cuban property seizures

In an 8-1 decision, the Supreme Court cleared the way for U.S. companies to pursue damages for properties seized by the Cuban government.

Published May 21, 2026, 10:45 AM EDT | WFMZZ

The U.S. Supreme Court, in an 8-1 decision on Thursday, ruled that U.S. companies may seek damages for property seizures carried out by the Cuban government. The ruling creates a pathway for those firms to pursue compensation in U.S. courts.