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 . If the lawsuits go to trial , Wolf said it is impossible to estimate the damages that could be awarded , but he said he hopes it will be a large figure that stops similar situations from occurring in the future . 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 .
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 .