Nearly $100 million awarded to family of a man shot to death in his apartment by an officer
The family of Botham Jean was awarded nearly $100 million for his wrongful death after a police officer mistook his apartment for hers.
Man overdoses after being in Miami police custody, lawsuit says. Family wants restitution
Sanchez'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 sentence
A 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 officer
The family of Botham Jean was awarded nearly $100 million for his wrongful death after a police officer mistook his apartment for hers.
Man overdoses after being in Miami police custody, lawsuit says. Family wants restitution
Sanchez'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 sentence
A 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.
Signing up for Disney+ prevents death lawsuit, argues Disney DW 08/16/2024
Disney 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 08/20/2024
Disney dropped a motion to dismiss a wrongful death case after public backlash, opting to let the matter proceed in court instead.
Family seeks $15M after fatal Biscayne Bay boat crash in 2023. Criminal case pending
A wrongful death lawsuit for $15 million has been filed against Eric Rodriguez after a fatal boat crash involving his intoxicated and reckless driving.
Disney recalibrates legal strategy for allergy-death lawsuit, promises 'sensitive approach' after public uproar
Disney withdraws request to dismiss wrongful death lawsuit, prioritizing humane resolution over legal maneuvering.
Mother of teen killed in 2021 Saugus crash that involved police chase sues town, officers
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against police following the death of 19-year-old Ashley Forward due to a high-speed police pursuit.
Karen Read case: John O'Keefe's family files wrongful death suit
Karen Read's wrongful death lawsuit highlights allegations against her regarding the death of police officer John O'Keefe after a night of bar-hopping.
Signing up for Disney+ prevents death lawsuit, argues Disney DW 08/16/2024
Disney 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 08/20/2024
Disney dropped a motion to dismiss a wrongful death case after public backlash, opting to let the matter proceed in court instead.
Family seeks $15M after fatal Biscayne Bay boat crash in 2023. Criminal case pending
A wrongful death lawsuit for $15 million has been filed against Eric Rodriguez after a fatal boat crash involving his intoxicated and reckless driving.
Disney recalibrates legal strategy for allergy-death lawsuit, promises 'sensitive approach' after public uproar
Disney withdraws request to dismiss wrongful death lawsuit, prioritizing humane resolution over legal maneuvering.
Mother of teen killed in 2021 Saugus crash that involved police chase sues town, officers
A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed against police following the death of 19-year-old Ashley Forward due to a high-speed police pursuit.
Karen Read case: John O'Keefe's family files wrongful death suit
Karen Read's wrongful death lawsuit highlights allegations against her regarding the death of police officer John O'Keefe after a night of bar-hopping.
Karen Read seeks delay in wrongful death lawsuit until her trial on murder and other charges is done
Karen Read seeks to postpone a wrongful death lawsuit until after her criminal trial concludes, citing potential impacts on her defense.
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Wrongful death cases stem from negligent actions causing significant emotional and financial harm to families.
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.
Karen Read seeks delay in wrongful death lawsuit until her trial on murder and other charges is done
Karen Read seeks to postpone a wrongful death lawsuit until after her criminal trial concludes, citing potential impacts on her defense.
How punitive damages can reduce wrongful deaths - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
Wrongful death cases stem from negligent actions causing significant emotional and financial harm to families.
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.
Former Red Hot Chili Peppers Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer Pleads Not Guilty to Vehicular Manslaughter
Josh 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 family
C.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.
Man who sold fentanyl-laced pill hit with $5.8 million judgment for overdose death of California college student
Fentanyl overdoses are a leading cause of death for minors, prompting civil rulings against drug dealers.
Disney yields, won't try to block wrongful-death suit over fine print
Disney 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 lawsuit
Disney'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 Consumers
The 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 resort
Disney 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 agreement
Disney 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+ Subscriber
Disney 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 print
Disney 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 lawsuit
Disney'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 Consumers
The 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 resort
Disney 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 agreement
Disney 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+ Subscriber
Disney 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.
A new bill seeks to revamp the Grieving Families Act to allow families to seek damages for grief and anguish, not just financial loss.
Family of Chicago woman who died in hotel freezer agrees to $10 million settlement
The family of Kenneka Jenkins, who froze to death in a hotel freezer, has reached a $10 million legal settlement.
Kenneka Jenkins' mother will receive $3.7 million, while other family members will receive $1.2 million and $1.5 million.
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.
A Criminal Case Behind Him, Alec Baldwin Must Navigate Rust' Lawsuits
Alec Baldwin's legal victory in New Mexico court lifts criminal liability threat but civil lawsuits from Rust crew and Halyna Hutchins's family remain.