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#excessive-force

Jayland Walker's Family Settles With Akron for $4.8 Million Over Police Shooting

The family of Jayland Walker settled a wrongful-death lawsuit for $4.8 million after he was shot by police during a traffic stop attempt.

Appeals court dismisses lawsuit over 2020 fatal police shooting in Brookline

Officers involved in the shooting of Juston Root, who had a BB gun, were cleared of criminal charges in the wrongful death lawsuit due to their perceived reasonable actions.

Jayland Walker's Family Settles With Akron for $4.8 Million Over Police Shooting

The family of Jayland Walker settled a wrongful-death lawsuit for $4.8 million after he was shot by police during a traffic stop attempt.

Appeals court dismisses lawsuit over 2020 fatal police shooting in Brookline

Officers involved in the shooting of Juston Root, who had a BB gun, were cleared of criminal charges in the wrongful death lawsuit due to their perceived reasonable actions.
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#pedestrian-safety

Family of man killed by bus announces plans to file lawsuit against MBTA

Residents demand accountability and safety improvements after a tragic accident involving an MBTA bus in the Forest Hills area.

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist pleads not guilty to vehicular manslaughter in death of Alhambra man

Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer pleads not guilty to vehicular manslaughter following a fatal collision with pedestrian Israel Sanchez.

Family of man killed by bus announces plans to file lawsuit against MBTA

Residents demand accountability and safety improvements after a tragic accident involving an MBTA bus in the Forest Hills area.

Former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist pleads not guilty to vehicular manslaughter in death of Alhambra man

Guitarist Josh Klinghoffer pleads not guilty to vehicular manslaughter following a fatal collision with pedestrian Israel Sanchez.
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Josh Klinghoffer charged with vehicular manslaughter

Josh Klinghoffer is facing a misdemeanor charge of vehicular manslaughter after a fatal accident involving a pedestrian.
#helicopter-crash

Mom of budding journalist killed in East River chopper crash wins record $116M in lawsuit

The mother of a journalist who drowned in a helicopter crash won a record $116 million lawsuit, highlighting dangers of doors-off tours.

Parents of British tourist who died in Grand Canyon helicopter crash get 78m payout

The parents of a British tourist who died in a helicopter crash in the Grand Canyon in 2018 will receive a £78 million payout.
The settlement includes £19.3 million from the helicopter operator and £59.3 million from the helicopter manufacturer.
The parents plan to use a portion of the settlement money to promote helicopter safety and burn survivor support.

Mom of budding journalist killed in East River chopper crash wins record $116M in lawsuit

The mother of a journalist who drowned in a helicopter crash won a record $116 million lawsuit, highlighting dangers of doors-off tours.

Parents of British tourist who died in Grand Canyon helicopter crash get 78m payout

The parents of a British tourist who died in a helicopter crash in the Grand Canyon in 2018 will receive a £78 million payout.
The settlement includes £19.3 million from the helicopter operator and £59.3 million from the helicopter manufacturer.
The parents plan to use a portion of the settlement money to promote helicopter safety and burn survivor support.
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#disney

Disney wants a wrongful death lawsuit thrown out because the plaintiff had Disney+

Disney is facing a wrongful death lawsuit due to a doctor's fatal allergic reaction at a restaurant despite prior assurances regarding safety from the staff.

Disney argues wrongful death suit should be tossed because plaintiff signed up for a Disney+ streaming service

Disney claims subscribers waived their right to sue through arbitration agreements when signing up for Disney+, even in unrelated matters.

Disney's Terrible Argument In Wrongful Death Case Should Be A Lesson For Biglaw Attorneys Everywhere

Disney is seeking to compel arbitration in a wrongful death lawsuit related to an allergic reaction incident.
The lawsuit raises significant concerns about the validity of arbitration clauses based on unrelated service agreements.

Disney Is Trying to Throw Out a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Because the Victim Signed Up For Disney+

Disney is aiming to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit using a binding arbitration clause in its Terms of Use.

A Disney World Pervert's Take On: Wrongful Death At A Themed Irish Pub | Defector

Disney's negligence is under scrutiny following a wrongful death lawsuit tied to severe food allergies at a Disney Springs restaurant.

Disney wants a wrongful death lawsuit thrown out because the plaintiff had Disney+

Disney is facing a wrongful death lawsuit due to a doctor's fatal allergic reaction at a restaurant despite prior assurances regarding safety from the staff.

Disney argues wrongful death suit should be tossed because plaintiff signed up for a Disney+ streaming service

Disney claims subscribers waived their right to sue through arbitration agreements when signing up for Disney+, even in unrelated matters.

Disney's Terrible Argument In Wrongful Death Case Should Be A Lesson For Biglaw Attorneys Everywhere

Disney is seeking to compel arbitration in a wrongful death lawsuit related to an allergic reaction incident.
The lawsuit raises significant concerns about the validity of arbitration clauses based on unrelated service agreements.

Disney Is Trying to Throw Out a Wrongful Death Lawsuit Because the Victim Signed Up For Disney+

Disney is aiming to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit using a binding arbitration clause in its Terms of Use.

A Disney World Pervert's Take On: Wrongful Death At A Themed Irish Pub | Defector

Disney's negligence is under scrutiny following a wrongful death lawsuit tied to severe food allergies at a Disney Springs restaurant.
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#titan-submersible

Family of explorer killed in Titan implosion sues for $50 million

Private operator OceanGate faces a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit due to alleged gross negligence in the Titan submersible implosion.

Family of Titan Crew Member Sues OceanGate

The family of a French explorer aboard the Titan submersible that failed during a Titanic exploration filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against OceanGate Expeditions.

Family of explorer killed in Titan implosion sues for $50 million

Private operator OceanGate faces a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit due to alleged gross negligence in the Titan submersible implosion.

Family of Titan Crew Member Sues OceanGate

The family of a French explorer aboard the Titan submersible that failed during a Titanic exploration filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against OceanGate Expeditions.
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Family of explorer who died in the Titan sub implosion seeks $50M-plus in wrongful death lawsuit

The family of a French explorer who died in a submersible has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against OceanGate for gross negligence.

Officers at South Bay jail ignored dying woman, lawsuit alleges

Officers neglected woman who died in jail cell while awaiting medical care for alcohol use disorder.

Stockton Settles $6 Million Lawsuit Over Man's Police Restraint Death | KQED

The city of Stockton settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $6 million, acknowledging responsibility for the death of Shayne Sutherland at the hands of Stockton Police officers.

Modesto High School Students Learn About Tax Filing | KQED

High school students in Central California aid with taxes for those unable to afford accountants.

Family of slain Ukrainian journalist sues Fox News, alleging a cover up

Fox News sued for wrongful death, fraud, defamation in journalist's killing in Ukraine.
Family accuses Fox News of pressuring journalists into hazardous terrain without adequate protection.

An illegal BBL surgery in Coral Gables killed a mother of 5. A lawsuit has been filed

Erica Russell's wrongful death lawsuit involves Dr. Sampson and Seduction Cosmetic Center.
Sampson faced state Board of Medicine sanctions for surgical errors and facility compliance issues.
#ashli-babbitt

Ashli Babbitt's Family Seeks $30 Million Against U.S. Over Jan. 6 Death

The family of Ashli Babbitt has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the federal government seeking $30 million.
The lawsuit claims Babbitt posed no threat when she was shot and alleges wrongful death, assault and battery, and negligence.

Ashli Babbitt's Family Perpetuates Martyr Myth With Wrongful Death Trollsuit

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot by a Capitol Police Officer during the January 6 Insurrection.
The lawsuit aims to recast Babbitt as a martyr and claims that she was exercising her God-given freedoms and not involved in any unlawful activity.

Ashli Babbitt's Family Seeks $30 Million Against U.S. Over Jan. 6 Death

The family of Ashli Babbitt has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the federal government seeking $30 million.
The lawsuit claims Babbitt posed no threat when she was shot and alleges wrongful death, assault and battery, and negligence.

Ashli Babbitt's Family Perpetuates Martyr Myth With Wrongful Death Trollsuit

A wrongful death lawsuit has been filed on behalf of Ashli Babbitt, who was shot by a Capitol Police Officer during the January 6 Insurrection.
The lawsuit aims to recast Babbitt as a martyr and claims that she was exercising her God-given freedoms and not involved in any unlawful activity.
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#hate crime

Father of Palestinian American Boy Slain Outside Chicago Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit

The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy who was fatally stabbed in a hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit.
The attack has renewed fears of anti-Islamic discrimination in the Chicago area's large Palestinian community.

Father of Palestinian American boy slain outside Chicago files wrongful death lawsuit

The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy who was fatally stabbed in a suspected hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the alleged attacker and his wife.
The lawsuit claims that the attacker's wife and their property management company failed to recognize the threat and prevent harm to the tenants.

Father of Palestinian American Boy Slain Outside Chicago Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit

The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy who was fatally stabbed in a hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit.
The attack has renewed fears of anti-Islamic discrimination in the Chicago area's large Palestinian community.

Father of Palestinian American boy slain outside Chicago files wrongful death lawsuit

The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy who was fatally stabbed in a suspected hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the alleged attacker and his wife.
The lawsuit claims that the attacker's wife and their property management company failed to recognize the threat and prevent harm to the tenants.
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Family files lawsuit in case of teen who died after eating spicy chip

A lawsuit was filed against Hershey, Walgreens, etc., for the death of a teenager who participated in a spicy chip challenge promoted on social media.

Tesla says Model 3 that burst into flames in fatal tree crash wasn't defective

Tesla denies Autopilot defect in 2022 death of employee in a crash.

Ex-NYPD officer admits she shot ex-girlfriend and killed her new lover in love-triangle ambush

A former NYPD officer pleaded guilty to killing her ex-girlfriend's new lover and injuring her ex-partner with an NYPD-issued gun.

Husband of bride killed in wedding-night crash gets $1.3M settlement

A newlywed bride died in a tragic accident just minutes after her wedding, leading to a wrongful-death settlement for the groom.
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