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 ]
Father Of Palestinian Boy Slain Outside Chicago Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit
The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy stabbed in a hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the attacker and his property management company.
The attack has renewed fears of anti-Islamic discrimination in the Chicago area's Palestinian community. [ more ]