The Burial

The film concludes with the court ruling that Ray Loewen’s company is found guilty of fraud and exploiting vulnerable people. The jury orders Loewen to pay 100 million dollars in damages plus an additional 400 million in restitution for their dishonest practices. This huge victory for Jerry O’Keefe and Willie Gary captures the culmination of their struggle against greed and injustice. Although Loewen’s company is ultimately forced to pay a large settlement, an appeal reduces the total compensation to around 175 million dollars, and Loewen himself is compelled to resign within two years. Throughout the story, racial themes are intertwined with the legal battle, highlighting how race and prejudice affected the course of the case. The victory is not only a legal triumph but also a symbol of justice overcoming deep-seated bias—showing how Willie Gary’s determination and the alliance with the Black community helped tip the scales in their favor. In the end, the film emphasizes that justice can prevail when courage and perseverance challenge systemic inequalities, and Jerry’s family business continues to serve and support Black communities long after the verdict. The friendship between Jerry and Willie endures beyond the courtroom, reinforcing that true victory lies in standing up against exploitation and injustice with integrity.**

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