Jail staff ignored screams of tortured 24-year-old killed in California cell, suit saysBrandon Yates was killed by his cellmate in a San Diego jail shortly after being incarcerated despite known safety concerns.
Surgeon removed wrong organ then covered it up, widow alleges in suitBeverly Bryan is suing a surgeon for wrongful death, alleging he mistakenly removed the wrong organ during a routine surgery.
Families of Monterey Park shooting victims sue gunman's estate, studio where attack took placeRelatives of Monterey Park shooting victims are suing for wrongful death, claiming negligence by both the gunman's estate and the dance studio.
Riley Strain's family files wrongful death lawsuit against fraternity a year after his deathRiley Strain's family sues fraternity for negligence leading to his death.
Signing up for Disney+ prevents death lawsuit, argues Disney DW 08/16/2024Disney is being sued for wrongful death related to an allergic reaction to food at its restaurant, complicating claims about binding arbitration agreements.
Disney drops arbitration bid in allergy death after backlash DW 08/20/2024Disney dropped a motion to dismiss a wrongful death case after public backlash, opting to let the matter proceed in court instead.
Jail staff ignored screams of tortured 24-year-old killed in California cell, suit saysBrandon Yates was killed by his cellmate in a San Diego jail shortly after being incarcerated despite known safety concerns.
Surgeon removed wrong organ then covered it up, widow alleges in suitBeverly Bryan is suing a surgeon for wrongful death, alleging he mistakenly removed the wrong organ during a routine surgery.
Families of Monterey Park shooting victims sue gunman's estate, studio where attack took placeRelatives of Monterey Park shooting victims are suing for wrongful death, claiming negligence by both the gunman's estate and the dance studio.
Riley Strain's family files wrongful death lawsuit against fraternity a year after his deathRiley Strain's family sues fraternity for negligence leading to his death.
Signing up for Disney+ prevents death lawsuit, argues Disney DW 08/16/2024Disney is being sued for wrongful death related to an allergic reaction to food at its restaurant, complicating claims about binding arbitration agreements.
Disney drops arbitration bid in allergy death after backlash DW 08/20/2024Disney dropped a motion to dismiss a wrongful death case after public backlash, opting to let the matter proceed in court instead.
For more than an hour, he called for help as he was tortured to death in a California jail. No one came,' his family says.Brandon Yates died in a San Diego jail due to neglect and violence, sparking a lawsuit highlighting systemic failures in handling mentally ill inmates.
Homeless woman left to die in impounded van - because no one looked inside, family's $50M lawsuit claimsA homeless woman died after being towed without being checked for injuries, leading her family to sue for wrongful death.
Family of Eaton fire victim sues Southern California Edison for wrongful deathThe family of Evelyn McClendon is suing Southern California Edison for wrongful death due to alleged negligence leading to the deadly Eaton fire.
Their son died after a Magic Mountain roller-coaster ride. Now they're suingA 22-year-old died from a severe head injury after riding the X2 coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain, sparking a wrongful death lawsuit.
Unhoused San Diego woman towed in van found dead inside a month laterAn unhoused woman was towed alive but later found deceased in her van, raising serious concerns over systemic failures to provide care.
Karen Read seeks delay in wrongful death lawsuit until her trial on murder and other charges is doneKaren Read seeks to postpone a wrongful death lawsuit until after her criminal trial concludes, citing potential impacts on her defense.
For more than an hour, he called for help as he was tortured to death in a California jail. No one came,' his family says.Brandon Yates died in a San Diego jail due to neglect and violence, sparking a lawsuit highlighting systemic failures in handling mentally ill inmates.
Homeless woman left to die in impounded van - because no one looked inside, family's $50M lawsuit claimsA homeless woman died after being towed without being checked for injuries, leading her family to sue for wrongful death.
Family of Eaton fire victim sues Southern California Edison for wrongful deathThe family of Evelyn McClendon is suing Southern California Edison for wrongful death due to alleged negligence leading to the deadly Eaton fire.
Their son died after a Magic Mountain roller-coaster ride. Now they're suingA 22-year-old died from a severe head injury after riding the X2 coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain, sparking a wrongful death lawsuit.
Unhoused San Diego woman towed in van found dead inside a month laterAn unhoused woman was towed alive but later found deceased in her van, raising serious concerns over systemic failures to provide care.
Karen Read seeks delay in wrongful death lawsuit until her trial on murder and other charges is doneKaren Read seeks to postpone a wrongful death lawsuit until after her criminal trial concludes, citing potential impacts on her defense.
Daniel Penny faces new legal hurdle in Jordan Neely's chokehold death: 'The elephant in the room'Daniel Penny faces a civil lawsuit for wrongful death by Jordan Neely's father, despite being acquitted of criminal charges.
Family of Bob Lee Sues Momeni Family For Cover-Up, and Condo Building For Releasing Post-Stabbing FootageThe Lee family filed a civil lawsuit against Nima Momeni's family, alleging complicity in covering up the murder of Bob Lee.
Daniel Penny faces new legal hurdle in Jordan Neely's chokehold death: 'The elephant in the room'Daniel Penny faces a civil lawsuit for wrongful death by Jordan Neely's father, despite being acquitted of criminal charges.
Family of Bob Lee Sues Momeni Family For Cover-Up, and Condo Building For Releasing Post-Stabbing FootageThe Lee family filed a civil lawsuit against Nima Momeni's family, alleging complicity in covering up the murder of Bob Lee.
Humpday Headlines: Bay Area Woman's Family Sues Trump Hotel Over DeathFamily of a Bay Area woman sues Trump hotel after her death from revolving door incident.Supreme Court rules against flavored tobacco vape products, supporting FDA's application rejections.Napa mother's bail reduced significantly after DUI crash that killed her children.Neil Young fears re-entry issues into the U.S. after European tour due to comments on Trump.
NYC sightseeing helicopter firm to pay $90M after horror crash left 5 passengers deadThe Cadigan family settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $90 million against the helicopter operator following a tragic crash that killed five passengers.
A lawsuit over a deadly 2018 New York helicopter crash ends with a $90M settlementSettlement reached in sightseeing helicopter crash case for $90 million, resolving wrongful death lawsuit.
NYC sightseeing helicopter firm to pay $90M after horror crash left 5 passengers deadThe Cadigan family settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $90 million against the helicopter operator following a tragic crash that killed five passengers.
A lawsuit over a deadly 2018 New York helicopter crash ends with a $90M settlementSettlement reached in sightseeing helicopter crash case for $90 million, resolving wrongful death lawsuit.
Nearly $100 million awarded to family of a man shot to death in his apartment by an officerThe family of Botham Jean was awarded nearly $100 million for his wrongful death after a police officer mistook his apartment for hers.
Family of a Woman Killed in Her Home by a Sheriff's Deputy Wins $10M SettlementA $10 million settlement was reached after Sonya Massey's death due to police action, highlighting systemic law enforcement issues.
Deputy shot California man 5 times, including in the back. Family is awarded $30.5 millionThe family of Mickel Lewis Sr. received $30.5 million after a jury found excessive force used by a sheriff's deputy led to his death.
Man overdoses after being in Miami police custody, lawsuit says. Family wants restitutionSanchez's family alleges police negligence led to his overdose death, prompting a wrongful death lawsuit against the Miami Police Department.
New charges in fatal shooting of unarmed San Diego man; ex-deputy faces life sentenceA former San Diego sheriff's deputy, already guilty of manslaughter, faces federal charges for the fatal shooting of an unarmed suspect in a 2020 incident.
Nearly $100 million awarded to family of a man shot to death in his apartment by an officerThe family of Botham Jean was awarded nearly $100 million for his wrongful death after a police officer mistook his apartment for hers.
Family of a Woman Killed in Her Home by a Sheriff's Deputy Wins $10M SettlementA $10 million settlement was reached after Sonya Massey's death due to police action, highlighting systemic law enforcement issues.
Deputy shot California man 5 times, including in the back. Family is awarded $30.5 millionThe family of Mickel Lewis Sr. received $30.5 million after a jury found excessive force used by a sheriff's deputy led to his death.
Man overdoses after being in Miami police custody, lawsuit says. Family wants restitutionSanchez's family alleges police negligence led to his overdose death, prompting a wrongful death lawsuit against the Miami Police Department.
New charges in fatal shooting of unarmed San Diego man; ex-deputy faces life sentenceA former San Diego sheriff's deputy, already guilty of manslaughter, faces federal charges for the fatal shooting of an unarmed suspect in a 2020 incident.
Jail guards ignored screams for help as man tortured cellmate to death, lawsuit saysA mental health crisis led to Brandon Yates' arrest, and his subsequent death in jail raises serious concerns about negligence and wrongful death in custody.
Family of Boeing Whistle-Blower Who Killed Himself Sues CompanyBoeing faces a wrongful-death lawsuit from the family of whistle-blower John Barnett, citing the company's conduct as a cause of his suicide.
Jail guards ignored screams for help as man tortured cellmate to death, lawsuit saysA mental health crisis led to Brandon Yates' arrest, and his subsequent death in jail raises serious concerns about negligence and wrongful death in custody.
Family of Boeing Whistle-Blower Who Killed Himself Sues CompanyBoeing faces a wrongful-death lawsuit from the family of whistle-blower John Barnett, citing the company's conduct as a cause of his suicide.
California theme park's roller coaster caused man's death, lawsuit allegesA family is suing Six Flags after their son's fatal head injury on the X2 roller coaster, alleging negligence and safety concerns.
Southern California family files lawsuit against theme park alleging roller coaster killed sonA family is suing Six Flags after their son died following a roller coaster ride, alleging head trauma caused during the ride led to his death.
California theme park's roller coaster caused man's death, lawsuit allegesA family is suing Six Flags after their son's fatal head injury on the X2 roller coaster, alleging negligence and safety concerns.
Southern California family files lawsuit against theme park alleging roller coaster killed sonA family is suing Six Flags after their son died following a roller coaster ride, alleging head trauma caused during the ride led to his death.
Halyna Hutchins' family slams Alec Baldwin's 'shameless' TLC show, demands he testify in wrongful death lawsuitHalyna Hutchins' family criticizes Alec Baldwin for claiming PTSD and releasing a reality show after her tragic death.
A Criminal Case Behind Him, Alec Baldwin Must Navigate Rust' LawsuitsAlec Baldwin's legal victory in New Mexico court lifts criminal liability threat but civil lawsuits from Rust crew and Halyna Hutchins's family remain.
Halyna Hutchins' family slams Alec Baldwin's 'shameless' TLC show, demands he testify in wrongful death lawsuitHalyna Hutchins' family criticizes Alec Baldwin for claiming PTSD and releasing a reality show after her tragic death.
A Criminal Case Behind Him, Alec Baldwin Must Navigate Rust' LawsuitsAlec Baldwin's legal victory in New Mexico court lifts criminal liability threat but civil lawsuits from Rust crew and Halyna Hutchins's family remain.
Family of MIT student killed while riding bike in Cambridge sues for $30 millionMIT student's family sues truck company for $30 million after tragic biking accident.
Op-ed: A father's message to Governor Hochul Please support grieving families like mine, in my son's memory | amNewYorkEthan Falkowitz's family believes the Grieving Families Act is essential for justice after his tragic death caused by a drunk driver.
UK parents suing TikTok over children's deaths suspicious' about data claimsBritish parents are suing TikTok, alleging wrongful death due to the blackout challenge, and question the platform's data deletion claims.
Exclusive | NYC building security watched husband, son's fatal shooting and posted footage online - but didn't call 911, $10M suit claimsA security guard's inaction during a shooting led to a lawsuit after he shared footage online without calling for help.
Wrongful death lawsuits filed 2 years after mass shooting at California dance studioFamilies of shooting victims and a survivor are suing the shooter's estate and the dance studio for alleged negligence regarding security measures.
Family of diner with shellfish allergy who died after eating pesto at Beauty & Essex inside Cosmopolitan in Las Vegas files wrongful death suitA man died from a shellfish allergy after consuming contaminated pesto at a Las Vegas restaurant, leading to a wrongful death lawsuit against the establishment.
A health care provider that faced dozens of prisoner lawsuits is filing for bankruptcyWellpath's bankruptcy is delaying justice for families suing over incarcerated individuals' medical neglect, highlighting issues of accountability in healthcare for prisoners.
Man who sold fentanyl-laced pill hit with $5.8 million judgment for overdose death of California college studentFentanyl overdoses are a leading cause of death for minors, prompting civil rulings against drug dealers.
A health care provider that faced dozens of prisoner lawsuits is filing for bankruptcyWellpath's bankruptcy is delaying justice for families suing over incarcerated individuals' medical neglect, highlighting issues of accountability in healthcare for prisoners.
Man who sold fentanyl-laced pill hit with $5.8 million judgment for overdose death of California college studentFentanyl overdoses are a leading cause of death for minors, prompting civil rulings against drug dealers.
A judge delays the wrongful death lawsuit against Karen Read until after her criminal trialKaren Read's wrongful death lawsuit deposition is postponed until after her criminal trial begins in January.
Another officer connected to Sandra Birchmore might be decertifiedJoshua Heal may be decertified by POST following allegations of a sexual relationship with Sandra Birchmore, who died under suspicious circumstances.
Lawsuit: Employee killed in Hurricane Helene wasn't allowed to leave work as disaster struckImpact Plastics is being sued for wrongful death due to forcing employees to stay during Hurricane Helene's dangerous flooding.
Judges tosses wrongful death suit against Cuomo over order requiring COVID patients into nursing homesCuomo's wrongful death lawsuit over nursing home COVID-19 directive was dismissed, signaling a legal victory for the former governor.
State is facing 73 wrongful death legal actions related to Covid-19The State is facing over 70 wrongful death claims related to Covid-19.Claims are linked to care provided in state hospitals and nursing homes.
Judges tosses wrongful death suit against Cuomo over order requiring COVID patients into nursing homesCuomo's wrongful death lawsuit over nursing home COVID-19 directive was dismissed, signaling a legal victory for the former governor.
State is facing 73 wrongful death legal actions related to Covid-19The State is facing over 70 wrongful death claims related to Covid-19.Claims are linked to care provided in state hospitals and nursing homes.
Former Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Pleads Not Guilty to Vehicular ManslaughterJosh Klinghoffer faces a wrongful death lawsuit and misdemeanor charge after allegedly hitting pedestrian Israel Sanchez while on his phone.
Canton bar denies claims in wrongful death suit from John O'Keefe's familyC.F. McCarthy's denies responsibility for Officer O'Keefe's death, claiming other causes were to blame despite allegations of serving alcohol to an intoxicated driver.
He was killed by a fellow firefighter. Now L.A. County will pay his family $7.2 millionLos Angeles County to pay $7.2 million to Carlon's family after firefighter's wrongful death suit following a fatal shooting by a co-worker.
Jail Death Lawsuit Is Settled for $7.5 Million Amid California InquiryUse of excessive force by sheriff's deputies in a Southern California jail led to the death of a man involved in a confrontation in 2020.
He was killed by a fellow firefighter. Now L.A. County will pay his family $7.2 millionLos Angeles County to pay $7.2 million to Carlon's family after firefighter's wrongful death suit following a fatal shooting by a co-worker.
Jail Death Lawsuit Is Settled for $7.5 Million Amid California InquiryUse of excessive force by sheriff's deputies in a Southern California jail led to the death of a man involved in a confrontation in 2020.
Family of L.A. insurance executive killed by security guard says shooter has been on the run for 13 monthsThe lawsuit against Universal Protection Service underscores concerns over security guard accountability and negligent hiring practices.
Boar's Head 'negligence' led to the listeria-related death of a Holocaust survivor, his family says in lawsuitA wrongful-death lawsuit has been filed against Boar's Head over listeria-related death of Holocaust survivor Günter Morgenstein.
Karen Read sued in death of police officer boyfriendThe O'Keefe family is suing Karen Read for allegedly causing Officer John O'Keefe's death by hitting him with her SUV while intoxicated.
Zumbi's Loved Ones Still Awaiting Accountability for Hospital Killing | KQEDZumbi's family seeks justice three years after his death, with no charges filed despite an ongoing legal battle against the hospital and its security.
Disney yields, won't try to block wrongful-death suit over fine printDisney has opted to permit a wrongful-death lawsuit to proceed in court, abandoning its earlier legal strategy regarding arbitration rights.
Disney defends use of streaming terms to block restaurant allergy death lawsuitDisney's legal defense relies on arbitration clauses in their terms of service for Disney+ to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit.
Wrongful Death Suit Against Disney Serves as a Warning to ConsumersThe Disney lawsuit highlights the necessity for consumers to thoroughly read service agreements, particularly pertaining to arbitration clauses and liability waivers.
Disney drops streaming waiver defense over woman's allergy death at resortDisney opts for court proceedings instead of arbitration in wrongful death case, emphasizing compassion over contractual obligations.Company's decision reflects a growing recognition of individual circumstances in legal disputes with large corporations.
Disney claims widower cannot sue over wife's death at theme park restaurant due to Disney+ subscription agreementDisney argues arbitration clause from Disney+ subscription negates legal action for wrongful death, raising concerns about consumer rights and legal ethics.
Disney Says Wrongful Death Suit Should Be Dropped Because Plaintiff Was a Disney+ SubscriberDisney challenges wrongful death lawsuit citing a technicality related to a subscription agreement.Piccolo's legal team finds Disney's argument regarding forced arbitration offensive and problematic.
Disney yields, won't try to block wrongful-death suit over fine printDisney has opted to permit a wrongful-death lawsuit to proceed in court, abandoning its earlier legal strategy regarding arbitration rights.
Disney defends use of streaming terms to block restaurant allergy death lawsuitDisney's legal defense relies on arbitration clauses in their terms of service for Disney+ to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit.
Wrongful Death Suit Against Disney Serves as a Warning to ConsumersThe Disney lawsuit highlights the necessity for consumers to thoroughly read service agreements, particularly pertaining to arbitration clauses and liability waivers.
Disney drops streaming waiver defense over woman's allergy death at resortDisney opts for court proceedings instead of arbitration in wrongful death case, emphasizing compassion over contractual obligations.Company's decision reflects a growing recognition of individual circumstances in legal disputes with large corporations.
Disney claims widower cannot sue over wife's death at theme park restaurant due to Disney+ subscription agreementDisney argues arbitration clause from Disney+ subscription negates legal action for wrongful death, raising concerns about consumer rights and legal ethics.
Disney Says Wrongful Death Suit Should Be Dropped Because Plaintiff Was a Disney+ SubscriberDisney challenges wrongful death lawsuit citing a technicality related to a subscription agreement.Piccolo's legal team finds Disney's argument regarding forced arbitration offensive and problematic.
Disney seeks to dismiss wrongful-death suit over app's fine printDisney is claiming that terms of service for Disney Plus prevent a wrongful death lawsuit related to an allergic reaction incident.
An undercover LAPD cop shot an unarmed teen through his car window. His family plans to sueThe family of an unarmed 18-year-old plans to sue the city for wrongful death after he was fatally shot by an LAPD sergeant.