It says it was a case of extortion and argues the cases should be dismissed . ` ` We 're holding them accountable , '' an attorney for victims ' families said . A U.S. federal judge is weighing whether the lawsuits will go to trial . Chiquita pleaded guilty in 2007 and paid a $ 25 million fine for paramilitary payments .
Chiquita says it was a victim of extortion and argues the cases should be dismissed . `` We 're holding them accountable , '' an attorney for victims ' families says . A U.S. federal judge is weighing whether the lawsuits will go to trial . Chiquita pleaded guilty in 2007 and paid a $ 25 million fine for paramilitary payments .