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school-shooting
time.com
3 months ago
US politics

Michigan School Shooter's Mother Jennifer Crumbley Found Guilty of Manslaughter

Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of a school shooter, was convicted of involuntary manslaughter for her negligence in the deaths of four students.
Prosecutors argued that Crumbley failed to inform the school about her family's guns and failed to secure a gun and ammunition at home.
The jury asked if they could infer anything from prosecutors not presenting evidence on how the shooter got access to a gun, but the judge ruled that they could only consider admitted evidence. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
US politics

Jury gets manslaughter case against Michigan school shooter's mother

The jury has begun deliberations in the trial of a school shooter's mother, who is charged with involuntary manslaughter for the deaths of four students in 2021.
Prosecutors argue that the mother was negligent in failing to inform the school about the family's guns, including the one used in the shooting.
The jury asked the judge if they could infer anything from the prosecution's failure to present evidence on how the shooter obtained the gun. [ more ]
Boston.com
3 months ago
US politics

Jury gets manslaughter case against Michigan school shooter's mother

Jennifer and James Crumbley are the first parents to be charged in a mass school shooting committed by their child.
Jennifer Crumbley is facing trial for involuntary manslaughter in the deaths of four students. [ more ]
moreschool-shooting
Theregister
1 week ago
Information security

UnitedHealth's 'egregious negligence' led to that ransomware

Cybersecurity negligence led to ransomware infection at Change Healthcare. [ more ]
Boston.com
1 day ago
US news

Angie Harmon is suing Instacart and a former shopper who shot and killed her dog

Instacart banned the shopper involved in the shooting, demonstrating immediate suspension and permanent removal. [ more ]
Boston.com
2 weeks ago
New York City

New Hampshire jury finds state liable for youth detention center abuse and awards victim $38 million in landmark trial

The state of New Hampshire was found negligent in a youth detention abuse case, resulting in a $38 million award. [ more ]
www.nytimes.com
2 months ago
New York City

Disney Sued Over Doctor's Allergy Death After Meal at Resort Restaurant

The husband of a Long Island doctor who died of a severe allergic reaction after a Disney World restaurant visit is suing Disney and the restaurant for negligence. [ more ]
www.timesheraldonline.com
2 weeks ago
Education

3 former students file suit against Bay Area elementary school teacher charged with sexual misconduct

Serious concerns raised over failure to disclose teacher's history of abuse allegations during hiring. [ more ]
New York Post
3 months ago
Education

Disabled girl gang-raped by students in Starbucks bathroom: suit

A mother alleges that her intellectually disabled daughter was gang-raped by fellow students inside a Pittsburgh Starbucks.
The lawsuit claims that Pittsburgh Public Schools, Starbucks, and the building's management company failed to protect the victim. [ more ]
www.ocregister.com
3 weeks ago
Health

Lawsuit accuses California fertility clinic of implanting dead embryos into patients

Couples filed lawsuits against fertility clinic for destroying embryos with hydrogen peroxide. [ more ]
Miami Herald
4 weeks ago
Miami

Doral mass shooting victims' lawsuit says Martini Bar and CityPlace Doral were negligent

A civil lawsuit is being filed against Martini Bar Doral and CityPlace Doral for negligence in the April 6 mass shooting. [ more ]
Above the Law
1 month ago
Law

Quinn Emanuel Proposes Using Time Travel To Avoid Sanctions Motion

Elon Musk's legal team is trying to correct errors in a sanctions motion by proposing a time machine, showing negligence and unauthorized practice of law. [ more ]
Aol
1 month ago
NYC politics

New York City reaches $28 million settlement in Rikers Island lawsuit

The City of New York will pay over $28 million to settle a civil rights lawsuit related to neglect in a Rikers Island incident.
Madeline Feliciano seeks justice and closure of Rikers Island after her grandson suffered severe consequences from negligence. [ more ]
San Jose Sharks
NBC Bay Area
2 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Lawsuit filed against San Jose Sharks' parent company for sexual abuse by youth hockey coach

Lawsuit filed against San Jose Sharks for alleged sexual abuse of a 12-year-old player by a former coach.
Allegations include negligence by the company for not taking action despite being informed about the coach's behavior. [ more ]
KSTP.com 5 Eyewitness News
2 months ago
San Jose Sharks

Lawsuit filed against San Jose Sharks' parent company for sexual abuse by youth hockey coach

Lawsuit filed against San Jose Sharks over alleged sexual abuse of a 12-year-old player by a former coach.
Allegations of negligence by Sharks Sports & Entertainment, LLC and Sharks Ice, LLC in failing to prevent the abuse. [ more ]
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www.dailynews.com
2 months ago
LA Dodgers

Dodgers sued for $2 million by fan who says security roughed him up

Dodger Stadium lawsuit details a fan's rough experience with security guards.
Lawsuit highlights negligence and battery claims against the Los Angeles Dodgers. [ more ]
abc7news.com
2 months ago
San Francisco

SF supervisors approve $9M settlement for cyclist injured from bad road repair; 4 others suing

San Francisco approved $9 million settlement for injured cyclist
City faces lawsuit for leaving unmarked bump after road repair [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
UK news

Negligence case by schizophrenic man who killed three OAPs gets go-ahead

Alexander Lewis-Ranwell, found not guilty of murder by reason of insanity, will continue legal challenge over authorities' treatment before the deaths.
Lewis-Ranwell sued authorities for negligence, alleging that necessary steps were not taken to prevent him from harming others after his release from custody. [ more ]
www.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
UK news

First images shown of Constance Marten and Mark Gordon's dark-haired baby girl

Prosecution claims aristocrat and partner's reckless conduct led to the death of their hidden baby girl
Couple went on the run to avoid authorities and lived off-grid in freezing conditions [ more ]
Databreaches
3 months ago
Privacy professionals

Current Issues In Data Breach Class Action Settlements

Developing a strategy early in a lawsuit timeline is critical for class action cases.
Recent developments in class action settlements should be considered in any settlement consideration. [ more ]
Los Angeles Times
3 months ago
Los Angeles

Kristin Smart's family sues Cal Poly, accuses it of knowing of killer Paul Flores' history

The family of Kristin Smart is suing Cal Poly San Luis Obispo for negligence in handling her disappearance and subsequent murder.
The lawsuit alleges that Cal Poly's police force ignored multiple reports of suspicious behavior by Paul Flores, the student who was later convicted of Smart's murder. [ more ]
Sacramento Bee
3 months ago
California

Nearly 30 years later, family of slain California college student sues school for wrongful death

The family of Kristin Smart, who disappeared in 1996, is suing California Polytechnic State University for negligence in her murder.
Paul Flores, a former student, was convicted of Smart's murder in 2022 and sentenced to 25 years to life in prison.
The lawsuit alleges that the university failed to properly investigate previous reports of stalking and harassment by Flores, which could have prevented Smart's death. [ more ]
HuffPost
5 months ago
Chicago

Family Of Woman Who Died In Hotel Freezer To Get $10M Settlement

The family of Kenneka Jenkins, who died after becoming locked in a hotel freezer, has reached a $10 million settlement.
The settlement includes payments to Jenkins' mother, other family members, attorney fees, and funeral costs. [ more ]
Chicago Tribune
5 months ago
Chicago

Family of Kenneka Jenkins, found frozen in a hotel freezer in 2017, to receive $6.4 million settlement

The family of Kenneka Jenkins, who was found dead in a hotel's walk-in freezer, will receive more than $6 million in a settlement.
The lawsuit alleged negligence on the part of the hotel, security contractor, and restaurant. [ more ]
The Daily Beast
5 months ago
Parenting

Dads of Drowned NY Kids Sue City for Ignoring Red Flags

The fathers of two of the drowned children are suing the city of New York and child protective services for ignoring red flags.
The lawsuit alleges that Merdy, who has a history of mental health issues, should not have had custody of the children. [ more ]
New York Post
6 months ago
Coronavirus

Families of veterans who died during 'worst COVID outbreak' at the State Veterans Home in Queens sue facility

Families of veterans who died at the New York State Veterans' Home are suing the facility for negligence in handling the COVID-19 outbreak.
The lawsuit alleges that the facility did not follow COVID protocols and failed to provide reasonable care and safety for residents.
The facility was previously cited for violations of public and safety health codes. [ more ]
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