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US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Texas man sues doctor for allegedly supplying abortion pills to girlfriend

A Texas man filed a wrongful death lawsuit against a doctor for providing abortion pills to his girlfriend, alleging violations of state and federal laws.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Mother of migrant killed during California Border Patrol chase files wrongful death suit

A mother is suing the federal government after her son was killed when a driver fleeing Border Patrol crashed.
US news
fromPadailypost
1 week ago

Jury orders husband to pay $23.6 million over suspected death of his wife

Alice Ku's family was awarded $23.6 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against her husband Harald Herchen for her murder.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Jury awards $23.6 million award in wrongful death lawsuit involving Mountain View woman

A jury awarded $23 million in a wrongful death suit against Harald Herchen, the husband of Alice Ku who disappeared in Taiwan.
#tesla
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

In Court for Fatal Crash, Tesla Admits It Wasn't Even Tracking Autopilot Crashes for the First Three Years of the Program

fromFuturism
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

In Court for Fatal Crash, Tesla Admits It Wasn't Even Tracking Autopilot Crashes for the First Three Years of the Program

more#tesla
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Family of Atherton teacher killed in garbage truck collision files wrongful death lawsuit

Dylan Taylor was a remarkable educator, coach, and human being who dedicated his life to uplifting young people. His life was cut short by a careless driver.
Public health
#dui
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#nypd
fromNewsday
4 weeks ago
US politics

NYPD widow Leanne Simonsen from LI sues husband's killers for money received through class-action claim, court documents show

fromNewsday
4 weeks ago
US politics

NYPD widow Leanne Simonsen from LI sues husband's killers for money received through class-action claim, court documents show

more#nypd
Law
fromwww.dw.com
1 month ago

Major oil companies face first 'climate death' lawsuit DW 06/18/2025

A landmark wrongful death lawsuit claims fossil fuel companies are responsible for extreme heat leading to a woman's death during a Seattle heatwave.
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 month ago

Judge moves forward with wrongful death lawsuit against BART for family of woman pushed into train

The legal case against BART for Corazon Dandan's death is advancing, highlighting safety concerns at public transit stations.
#climate-change
Law
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Oil companies sued over heat dome 'wrongful' death | CBC News

A U.S. woman is suing oil and gas companies for her mother's death linked to climate change.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US woman brings first-ever wrongful death lawsuit against big oil

The first wrongful death lawsuit against big oil links climate negligence to an individual's death during a heatwave.
Law
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago

Oil companies sued over heat dome 'wrongful' death | CBC News

A U.S. woman is suing oil and gas companies for her mother's death linked to climate change.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

US woman brings first-ever wrongful death lawsuit against big oil

The first wrongful death lawsuit against big oil links climate negligence to an individual's death during a heatwave.
more#climate-change
Boston food
fromBoston.com
2 months ago

Plymouth family sues restaurants that allegedly served underage driver before fatal South Shore crash

Plymouth restaurants face wrongful death lawsuit after allegedly serving alcohol to underage man, leading to fatal crash.
fromwww.dailynews.com
2 months ago

Family of LA County sheriff's deputy who died after fire at training facility files wrongful death suit

Family of Deputy Alfredo Freddy Flores has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the county and mobile shooting range manufacturer after his tragic death from a training fire.
#ashli-babbitt
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.sandiegouniontribune.com
2 months ago

Trump administration to pay nearly $5M to settle suit over Ashli Babbitt's fatal shooting in Capitol

The Trump administration will pay nearly $5 million to settle Ashli Babbitt's family's wrongful death lawsuit related to her shooting during the Capitol riot.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Trump Administration Agrees to Pay $5 Million to Family of Slain Jan. 6 Rioter Ashli Babbit

The Trump administration settled a wrongful death lawsuit for Ashli Babbitt, agreeing to pay nearly $5 million to her family.
more#ashli-babbitt
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Family of L.A. County sheriff's deputy killed in range fire sues for wrongful death

The family of a sheriff's deputy is suing for wrongful death after a mobile shooting range explosion, citing hazardous conditions.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Did tutor disappear or was she murdered? Trial about to begin

A tutor is presumed dead, and her husband is the main suspect in a murder investigation.
Law
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Court Rules Oakland Police Can Be Sued for Fatal Bystander Crash

The Oakland police can be held liable for the death of Lolo Soakai, challenging qualified immunity in reckless pursuit cases.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Relatives of family killed in SF West Portal crash file lawsuit against driver for moving assets

In July 2024, San Francisco District Attorney Brooke Jenkins charged the 80-year-old driver with four counts of felony vehicular manslaughter.
SF parents
SF parents
fromsfist.com
2 months ago

Driver Accused In Killing Family of Four In West Portal Now Accused of Hiding Wealth

Mary Fong Lau faces accusations of attempting to shield her wealth amid wrongful death lawsuits after a tragic crash that killed a family of four.
fromNew York Post
2 months ago

Washington mother, 78, dies after eating mislabeled cookie - as family takes action against grocery store

A woman died from an allergic reaction after eating a mislabeled cookie, prompting a wrongful death lawsuit against the grocery store.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Stanley Wilson Jr., like too many others, died in custody. His mom ensures his memory with weekend vigil

In-custody deaths in L.A. raise serious concerns, as accountability remains elusive in Stanley Wilson Jr.'s tragic case.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Cop fatally hit pedestrian and drove away. Victim's family says Downey police covered it up

The family of Raymond Lavalle is suing Downey, alleging a police cover-up after a fatal hit-and-run by an officer.
NYC parents
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Death of baby prompts lawsuit against California hospital accused of turning expectant mother away

The lawsuit against Sharp Grossmont Hospital raises serious questions about their treatment of expectant mothers and neonatal care standards.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

NEW: DOJ Agrees to Settlement With Ashli Babbitt Family in $30M Lawsuit Over Capitol Police Shooting

The Department of Justice has agreed in principle to settle a $30 million wrongful death lawsuit filed by the family of Ashli Babbitt.
Black Lives Matter
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Family of 8-Year-Old Migrant Girl Who Died in U.S. Custody Seeks $15 Million

The death of an 8-year-old migrant girl while in custody has led to investigations and a $15 million wrongful death claim by her family.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Parents of teenager killed in Piedmont Cybertruck crash sue the driver's family

A joyride turned fatal leads to a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Krysta Tsukahara's family against Soren Dixon's estate.
#excessive-force
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.sbsun.com
3 months ago

Deputies fatally beat California man experiencing mental health crisis, lawsuit claims

The family of Mohd Hijaz is suing local authorities for excessive force and wrongful death after he died during a police encounter.
Black Lives Matter
fromwww.sbsun.com
3 months ago

Deputies fatally beat California man experiencing mental health crisis, lawsuit claims

The family of Mohd Hijaz is suing local authorities for excessive force and wrongful death after he died during a police encounter.
more#excessive-force
Law
fromBoston.com
3 months ago

Family of New Bedford student killed in crash with former school employee sues school over alleged inappropriate relationship

Jacob Pothier's family filed a $10 million lawsuit against the school district following his tragic death in a crash involving a former employee.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Devastated parents sue Bucknell after son's 'preventable' death from football workout

Parents of a Bucknell football player have filed a wrongful death lawsuit following their son's death, alleging preventable circumstances.
#homelessness
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SF parents
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Family of Bob Lee Sues Momeni Family For Cover-Up, and Condo Building For Releasing Post-Stabbing Footage

The Lee family filed a civil lawsuit against Nima Momeni's family, alleging complicity in covering up the murder of Bob Lee.
US news
fromsfist.com
3 months ago

Humpday Headlines: Bay Area Woman's Family Sues Trump Hotel Over Death

Family 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.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

NYC sightseeing helicopter firm to pay $90M after horror crash left 5 passengers dead

The Cadigan family settled a wrongful death lawsuit for $90 million against the helicopter operator following a tragic crash that killed five passengers.
NYC startup
fromBrooklyn Eagle
4 months ago

A lawsuit over a deadly 2018 New York helicopter crash ends with a $90M settlement

Settlement reached in sightseeing helicopter crash case for $90 million, resolving wrongful death lawsuit.
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Riley Strain's family files wrongful death lawsuit against fraternity a year after his death

Riley Strain's family sues fraternity for negligence leading to his death.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Deputy shot California man 5 times, including in the back. Family is awarded $30.5 million

The 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.
Mental health
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Family of Boeing Whistle-Blower Who Killed Himself Sues Company

Boeing faces a wrongful-death lawsuit from the family of whistle-blower John Barnett, citing the company's conduct as a cause of his suicide.
SF parents
fromSFGATE
4 months ago

California theme park's roller coaster caused man's death, lawsuit alleges

A family is suing Six Flags after their son's fatal head injury on the X2 roller coaster, alleging negligence and safety concerns.
fromABC7 Chicago
4 months ago

Southern California family files lawsuit against theme park alleging roller coaster killed son

"Christopher, he just looked very red, just very like, something just wasn't like right, and then he eventually just collapsed on his way off the ride."
Snowboarding
Snowboarding
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Their son died after a Magic Mountain roller-coaster ride. Now they're suing

A 22-year-old died from a severe head injury after riding the X2 coaster at Six Flags Magic Mountain, sparking a wrongful death lawsuit.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
4 months ago

Halyna Hutchins' family slams Alec Baldwin's 'shameless' TLC show, demands he testify in wrongful death lawsuit

Halyna Hutchins' family criticizes Alec Baldwin for claiming PTSD and releasing a reality show after her tragic death.
#mental-health
fromWashington Post
4 months ago
US news

Jail guards ignored screams for help as man tortured cellmate to death, lawsuit says

A mental health crisis led to Brandon Yates' arrest, and his subsequent death in jail raises serious concerns about negligence and wrongful death in custody.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

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.
US news
fromWashington Post
4 months ago

Jail guards ignored screams for help as man tortured cellmate to death, lawsuit says

A mental health crisis led to Brandon Yates' arrest, and his subsequent death in jail raises serious concerns about negligence and wrongful death in custody.
Mental health
fromwww.mercurynews.com
5 months ago

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.
more#mental-health
Bicycling
fromBoston.com
5 months ago

Family of MIT student killed while riding bike in Cambridge sues for $30 million

MIT student's family sues truck company for $30 million after tragic biking accident.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
5 months ago

Op-ed: A father's message to Governor Hochul Please support grieving families like mine, in my son's memory | amNewYork

Ethan Falkowitz's family believes the Grieving Families Act is essential for justice after his tragic death caused by a drunk driver.
fromKqed
5 months ago

Lawsuit Accuses San Diego-Based Soap Company Of Fostering Drug Culture | KQED

The lawsuit alleges Dr. Bronner's has fostered a risky drug use culture among employees, claiming they routinely use psychedelics for 'healing' and recreation.
SF politics
Miami
fromMiami Herald
9 months ago

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.
fromBoston.com
11 months ago

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.
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