The Nursing Home Complaint Center Intends To Team Up With Personal Injury Law Firms To Stop Nursing Home Abuse & Medicare Fraud In Each State Jun 22, 2009
The Nursing Home Abuse Center wants to assist personal injury law firms go after nursing homes, for elder abuse, and wrongful death in every state, by teaming up with established personal injury law firms that have a passion about elder abuse issues, in their specific state ... (PRWEB) June 22, 2009 -- The Nursing Home Complaint Center has been created to be the premier advocacy group in the nation, for senior citizens suffering wrongful death, abuse and neglect, by teaming up with personal... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
Cover-up reported after death in NYC hospital Jun 20, 2009
The city, which owns and operates the hospital, has settled a wrongful death lawsuit with Green's family for $2 million. Click for related content. (MSNBC -- Health)
When One Spouse Isn't Enough Jun 19, 2009
Last November, Wone's widow, Katherine, filed a $20 million wrongful death lawsuit against housemates Joe Price, Victor Zaborsky and Dylan Ward, who were charged with obstruction of justice and conspiracy in connection with the fatal stabbing. But polys, as they call themselves, say lurid crimes like the Wone case do not define their lifestyles, which are as varied as their partners and personal arrangements. (ABC News)
Mother of woman struck by pole sues city Jun 19, 2009
The wrongful death lawsuit alleges negligence on the part of the driver for failing to properly control his truck, and on the part of the city for failing to properly secure the light pole or to move it to a safer location. According to attorney Michael Rosenzweig, who filed the lawsuit, the city had received complaints about the pole in the past but took no action. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Brother Guilty in Fatal Crash Jun 19, 2009
However in July 2008, she received a $25,000 insurance settlement after filing a wrongful death lawsuit against Chad. She testified then that she believed Chad was the driver. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Wiregrass Newsroom: Dothan police officer files complaint against city attorney and Dothan police chief Jun 18, 2009
In a formal grievance, Carney accuses the two of coercion and intimidation when asked questions pertaining to a wrongful death lawsuit against the city. "He [White] was trying to lock me in 00004000 to an incorrect statement.". (WSJA.com, AL)
Dad: Amanda Knox did a great job Jun 16, 2009
Amanda Knox, referred to as Foxy Knoxy in the Italian tabloids, is also being sued for wrongful death by the parents of her slain roommate. Curt Knox told Miller that his family has been unable to talk to the Kerchers since the murder. (MSNBC -- International)
Former Crawford Police Chief Found Not Guilty In Fatal Shooting Jun 16, 2009
Meanwhile Pat Britton, the teenager's mother, filed a $1 million wrongful death lawsuit against Thompson and Kling saying they deprived her son of his rights to due process and fair treatment under the law. The claim said Thompson failed to follow reasonable procedures, protocols and standards which should have been expected from a reasonable police officer under the circumstances. (Nebraska Statepaper)
Wrongful Death Suit Settled in Drowning Jun 16, 2009
The defendants named in the wrongful death lawsuit were Timothy M. Maxey and Genesis Jones, who both live at the residence in the Andorra Estates subdivision where the incident occurred, according to court documents. The wrongful death lawsuit was filed Nov. 3, 2008, by William and Kayla Kindlesparger, the parents of Brandon, and Chandra Kruse, mother of Charles. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
Hummers' might: 'Made in China' Jun 16, 2009
Search Local Business Listings. Letters to the EditorRead letters regarding local news & more from The Times of Trenton. (NJ.com -- Times)
Noted Dallas Attorneys Form New Law Firm Jun 16, 2009
Mr. Bartolomei is an accomplished trial attorney with more than 60 cases tried to verdict, including matters involving complex contract and insurance litigation, tractor-trailer collisions and wrongful death cases. He earned his law degree from the Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law and his undergraduate degree from the University of Michigan. (PR Newswire)
Parents file claim over police shooting of son Jun 6, 2009
The attorneys are seeking damages for wrongful death and emotional distress for Willis' parents, Chris and Liz Willis, as well as for his girlfriend, Jenna Uribe. "The city has six months to either deny the claim or get their checkbook out," Schweitzer said Friday. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Judge Rules for Daughters in Doornbos Case (4) Jun 6, 2009
After Doornbos death in October 2006, a wrongful death petition was filed in March 2007 by Doornbos daughters, Kedy, Diane Doornbos, Dana Keirsey and Sydney Beal, alleging that Gilliland Doornbos, through her wrongful acts and/or omissions, caused the death of Foster Doornbos ... District Judge Curtis DeLapp has not yet ruled on the wrongful death lawsuit ... The wrongful death petition was filed five months later, and in it Doornbos daughters contended that prior to their father s death,... (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
2 years after West Roxbury blaze, firefighters' families settle for $2.2m Jun 6, 2009
According to court documents, Gibson and the families of Cahill and Payne filed wrongful death suits beginning last year against Continental Realty, the Tai Ho Corp., and J & B Cleaning, saying that all of them "knew or should have known that dangerous and defective conditions existed at 1727 Centre Street created by the carelessness, negligence, and/or gross negligence of the defendants.". A Fire Department investigation found explosive conditions in the restaurant's kitchen, with grease built... (Boston Globe)
Court rules against Rathskeller in settlement payout dispute Jun 5, 2009
This led Serrano's mother, Grace Jiminez, and his fianc;e, Brooke Morgan, to file suit against the Rathskeller for wrongful death on Aug. 25, 2004. The bar asked the insurance company to pay the settlement, which was reached outside of court. (Daily Collegian, PA)
UPDATE: Jury finds for doctor, clinic in civil trial Jun 4, 2009
The lawsuit was filed in August 2008 by Peggy Elaine Harris on behalf of Harris estate and on behalf of wrongful death beneficiaries of Charles Harris ... In the lawsuit, the plaintiffs asked for a jury trial and they cited claims of medical negligence, vicarious liability, loss of consortium, wrongful death, actual and punitive damages. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Settlement Reached in Jail Suicide Suit Jun 3, 2009
Without public comment, the Moore County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously Monday to approve a settlement agreement in the wrongful death suit filed by the family of a teenage inmate who killed himself while incarcerated in the county jail. The agreement specifies that approval "does not constitute an admission of fault or liability" on the part of the county but does authorize a $31,750 payment through the county's risk pool. (The Pilot Newspaper)
More time needed in Wells’ case Jun 2, 2009
The wrongful death and civil rights lawsuit stems from the June 2007 death of Austin L. Wells, a 17-year-old Dover boy, who died while an inmate in the Bureau County Jail. Wells was found hanging from a bed sheet in his cell at 6:50 a.m. June 9, 2007. (Princeton Bureau County Republican, IL)
O.J. memorabilia finds new home -- with sheriff Jun 2, 2009
They could be auctioned to help settle a wrongful death judgment Goldman and others won against Simpson in 1997. Simpson was acquitted in criminal court of the 1994 murders of Goldman's son, Ronald, and Simpson's ex-wife, Nicole Brown Simpson but was found liable for their deaths in civil court. (ESPN -- Football News)
Is Halliburton forgiven and forgotten? Jun 2, 2009
(Maseth's family has sued KBR, alleging wrongful death. . (Asia Times Online)
O.J.'s Vegas memorabilia may be auctioned off Jun 2, 2009
They may be auctioned to settle a wrongful death judgment won against Simpson ... They could be auctioned to help settle a wrongful death judgment Goldman and others won against Simpson in 1997. (SportsIllustrated.CNN -- More)
O'Reilly's campaign against murdered doctor (160) Jun 1, 2009
I think a wrongful death lawsuit would do the job. Hit the overpaid SOB where it hurts, and damage his career while they're at it. (Salon)
Americas Watchdog Creates The Nursing Home Complaint Center To Team Up With Personal Injury Law Firms To Do Some Good Jun 1, 2009
(PRWEB) June 1, 2009 -- Americas Watchdog has created the Nursing Home Complaint Center to be the premier advocacy group in the nation, for senior citizens suffering wrongful death, abuse and neglect ... According to Americas Watchdog, "the ideal medium to large personal injury, class action, or wage and hour law firm would be a firm with a practice emphasis on personal injury, wrongful death, nursing home abuse, class action type issues, and/or wage and hour issues, etc. These types of lawyers... (Yahoo News -- Press Releases)
$8M Pflueger home for sale (72) May 31, 2009
The 83-year-old retired O ahu car dealer has been named in wrongful death and property damage lawsuits that could see him forced to pay damages in the tens of millions of dollars. Pflueger is also currently awaiting trial for seven counts of manslaughter. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
Harold Kruger's "Off Beat': Up creek without a lawsuit May 31, 2009
The survivors of Joseph Bailey found that out the hard way last month when their wrongful death suit against the government was tossed out. Chalk up a win for the Army Corps. (Appeal Democrat, CA)
Phil Spector sentenced 19 years to life... May 30, 2009
Spector is still facing a civil wrongful death lawsuit filed on behalf of Clarkson's family. Spector, renowned in music circles for the "Wall of Sound" technique he developed in the 1960s and used in his work with the Beatles, the Righteous Brothers and other groups, wrote or co-wrote such enduring hits as "Be My Baby" and "River Deep, Mountain High.". (The Drudge Report)
Settlement reached in NH ship accident May 30, 2009
CONCORD, N.H. (AP) -- A wrongful death lawsuit filed by the widow of a New Hampshire man believed to have drowned in Lake Winnipesaukee after falling overboard from the MS Mount Washington has been settled out of court. The terms of the settlement were not disclosed, The Citizen reported. (Concord Monitor)
$2M For Woman's Death On Hospital Floor May 29, 2009
Family Receives Wrongful Death Settlement; Woman Collapsed After 24-Hour Wait, Was Ignored By Staff. NEW YORK, May 28, 2009. (CBS News -- US)
Schwarzenegger says he'll carry out ruling... May 27, 2009
Southern California - this just in From the staff of the Los Angeles Times and. Gov. Arnold Schwarzenegger said this morning that he would carry out the Supreme Court's ruling backing Proposition 8 but that he believes gay couples should have the right to marry and would obtain it someday through an initiative or the courts. (The Drudge Report)
Officer: Grant was uncooperative before shooting May 27, 2009
Their names are both mentioned in a $50 million wrongful death lawsuit filed by Grant's family in March against BART.. During other testimony Tuesday, BART officers Jon Woffinden and Emery Knudtson both described a tense scene between transit police and passengers shortly before the shooting. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Science)
$1.5M in wrongful death case awarded to Tucson sisters May 24, 2009
5M in wrongful death case awarded to Tucson sisters ... 5M in wrongful death case awarded to Tucson sisters ... 5 million in a wrongful death case. (AZCentral -- News)
Family files lawsuit in fatal Independence fire May 23, 2009
INDEPENDENCE The Independence Hotel Tap had failed its past three fire inspections before a February blaze that killed three tenants, and the family of one of those killed has filed a wrongful death suit against the building s owner ... The wrongful death lawsuit contends none of the issues were addressed at the time of the February blaze. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Prosecutors: Drew Peterson wanted wife dead May 23, 2009
In a wrongful death lawsuit, her family says she also told the pastor that she knew her husband killed Savio. Glasgow said Friday that Peterson is the only suspect in Stacy Petersons disappearance. (The Pantagraph newspaper)
KBR's chief defends electrical work in Iraq May 21, 2009
Maseth's family has sued KBR, alleging wrongful death. Military criminal investigators are looking into his death and four others. (Sioux City Journal, IO)
KBR won bonuses after US soldier died May 21, 2009
Maseth's family has sued KBR, alleging wrongful death. KBR was once a subsidiary of Halliburton, the oil services company headed by Dick Cheney before his two terms as vice president. (Boston Globe)
Senator: KBR received $83 million in bonuses May 21, 2009
Maseth's family has sued KBR, alleging wrongful death. "How could it be that, given these obviously widespread problems with KBR's electrical work, the Pentagon decided to give KBR bonuses totaling $83.4 million for such work?" Dorgan said. (MSNBC -- Politics)
Who decides about a childs health care? May 20, 2009
So what has happened since is thousands of men,women and CHILDREN have perished for this made up rule,and now the Watchtower legal dept has got to spin this so they don't get sued for wrongful death. Soooo, they invented the fraction loop hole where in the fine print JW actually can really take blood to save their life but just can't call it *whole* blood. (MSNBC -- Health)
CHP shooting victim's kids awarded $30,000 each May 20, 2009
Damage awards for the wrongful death of a parent typically run into the hundreds of thousands of dollars as compensation for loss of both financial support and the parent-child relationship. But in the case of Karen Eklund, a 31-year-old fugitive who was facing a likely prison sentence when she was killed, lawyers for the state asked jurors to award token damages of $1 to each child. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Crime)
CDC: 'We are not out of the woods' with new flu May 20, 2009
Trunnell has filed a wrongful death claim against Smithfield Foods, a pork and meat producer, alleging that the company's actions may have contributed to the virus' creation. "She was a healthy, pregnant woman who was eight months pregnant until she contracted the virus," he said. (CNN -- Health)
NH Supreme Court rejects student suicide lawsuit May 18, 2009
The court upheld a previous Superior Court ruling that dismissed a wrongful death lawsuit, finding the district, a special education teacher and guidance counselor were not legally responsible for seventh-grader Joshua Markiewicz's death in January 2005. The 13-year-old at Iber Holmes Gove Middle School used a belt to hang himself at home after he was suspended from school. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
REGION: Taser use defended by officials May 18, 2009
In February, Mendoza's daughter, Jasmine Martinez, filed a lawsuit in federal court asserting a number of claims, including wrongful death, police negligence and product liability ... -based manufacturer of the weapon, was named as a defendant in 40 lawsuits in which plaintiffs allege either wrongful death or personal injury when the device was used, according to the Center for Investigative Reporting. (North County Times)
Nurse faces murder charge May 18, 2009
Schultz said she has also filed a wrongful death civil suit against Hinkle. Rita Williams, a hospital spokeswoman, said Maury Regional officials had no reason to believe drugs were stolen from the facility. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
NH jury awards $1 million to family of Vt woman May 17, 2009
LEBANON, N.H. (AP) -- A federal jury has awarded the family of a Vermont woman nearly $1 million in a malpractice and wrongful death lawsuit against Dartmouth-Hitchcock Medical Center. Katherine Coffey died at age 79 following complications from treatment at the hospital in Lebanon, N.H. The jury awarded $598,000 to her estate and $385,000 to her surviving husband. (Concord Monitor)
• Settlement talks stall between state, inmate's mom May 16, 2009
Payne's parents Shirley Noble and Alberto Payne, filed a tort claim against the Idaho Department of Correction contending that the department was responsible for the wrongful death of their son. In February, the two sides agreed that the parents would be awarded $100,000 and the department would not admit any fault. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Peterson's Self-Defense May 16, 2009
They filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Peterson last month. The lawsuit seeks more than $100,000 and alleges Peterson killed Savio before a scheduled trial over the divorced couple's property. (Fox News)
Perey Law Group: Shooting Victims File Lawsuit Against Denny's for Incident at Kent Restaurant May 15, 2009
The Perey Law Group in Seattle represents seriously injured clients and their families in catastrophic personal injury and wrongful death cases. The firm helps clients obtain multi-million dollar verdicts and settlements to ensure future care and needed support. (PR Newswire)
Suit over Ark. police bystander shooting dismissed May 15, 2009
Hendren did say the son could filed a wrongful death suit in state court. Carter still works for the department as a detective, Fort Smith police Sgt. Levi Risley said. (Pine Bluff Commercial, AR)
• Rupert man changes plea for Oct. crash May 15, 2009
Valero's family filed a wrongful death civil lawsuit Jan. 16 in a Pocatello U.S. District Court against Pasco Farming Inc., Lopez' employer. Lopez was not named in the lawsuit. (Burley South Idaho Press, ID)
Drew Peterson arrest: What happens to the kids? May 14, 2009
"It's an issue that's moved to the front burner," said Martin Glink, an attorney representing Savio's father and sister, who filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Peterson shortly before his arrest last week ... After the Savio family filed the wrongful death lawsuit, Peterson appeared beside his teenage sons on CBS's "Early Show," during which the older boy defended his father and characterized his grandfather and aunt as virtual strangers. (WSVN-TV Miami, FL)
Concurrent sentences handed down in vehicular homicide May 14, 2009
Joe Mooreland, an attorney who is filing a wrongful death lawsuit on behalf of the Jamieson family, said after the hearing that they were disappointed in the sentence. Escarcega must also pay a total of 300,000 in restitution. (Muscatine Journal, IO)
Strykers medical license yanked May 14, 2009
Stryker was charged with perjury for an alibi scheme he concocted to avoid paying more than $15 million in damages after a civil court found him responsible for the wrongful death of Goudey, a Stoneham obstetrician. Stryker hoped to get a new trial by manipulating individuals into providing false witness testimony, according to Middlesex District Attorney Gerry Leone. (Stoneham Sun, MA)
Killed pedestrian’s family files claim, accuses county of negligence in fatal hit-and-run case May 14, 2009
Harter s estate seeks 250,000 for pain, suffering and wrongful death. His two daughters, Amanda Stenberg of Whitehall and Erika Hubbell of Blair, and son Joshua Harter of Eleva, Wis. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
Lawsuit Settled In Tacoma Foundry Explosion Death May 14, 2009
-- The family of a truck driver who was killed in a massive explosion at a Tacoma foundry in October 2007 reached a settlement in their wrongful death lawsuit against Atlas Castings & Technology. Charles McDonald Sr. was critically burned in an explosion at the foundry. (KIRO TV, WA)
Nevada parents sue Jordan over son's prison death May 14, 2009
LAS VEGAS (AP) - The family of a man who died in a Jordanian prison in 2007 has filed a federal torture and wrongful death lawsuit against the Middle Eastern country. Lawyer Jesse Sbaih (SPAY) said Wednesday he and his parents want to use Firas Zaidan's (FER'-ahs ZAY'-dahn) case to expose prisoner mistreatment and human rights abuses in Jordan, a U.S. ally. (KLAS-TV.com, NV)
Judge: Family of gay student can sue foster home May 13, 2009
-- A Ventura County judge says the family of a slain gay student can sue the foster home where he was living for wrongful death. The Ventura County Star reported the ruling Tuesday. (Fresno Bee -- State)
What happens to Drew Peterson's kids? May 12, 2009
"It's an issue that's moved to the front burner," said Martin Glink, an attorney representing Savio's father and sister, who filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Peterson shortly before his arrest last week ... Older boy defends fatherAfter the Savio family filed the wrongful death lawsuit, Peterson appeared beside his teenage sons on CBS's "Early Show," during which the older boy defended his father and characterized his grandfather and aunt as virtual strangers. (MSNBC -- Crime)
Ga. Judge Reluctantly Tosses $4.9 Million Suit Against Kuwaiti Contractor May 12, 2009
The wrongful death suit was filed by the soldier's parents, Dominic F. and Vilma Baragona of Florida, who sued KGL in 2005 on behalf of their son's estate. Baragona, who was leaving Iraq to return home when he was killed, was, at the time, the highest-ranking military officer to die in the U.S. 2003 invasion of Iraq. (Law.com)
Skier says Mounties, B.C. resort should be liable for tragedy May 10, 2009
Mr. Blackburn and his two children also filed a wrongful death lawsuit. It cites loss of support, care and companionship for the family of Ms. Fortin, a 44-year-old nurse. (Globe and Mail -- National)
State Troopers End High Speed Chase May 10, 2009
plain_citizen wrote on May 8, 2009 1:40 PM:" i would like to know were people get off saying this was wrongful death on the LE part. If that is the case, lets hold the ammo company, the gun makers, the bike company, the helmet company, the EMS, and anyone else that was involved accountable as well...WRONGFUL DEATH.Please.. This guy had it in his mind that he was going out one way or another and there was not anything anyone could have done once he got on that bike and started his trip. I do feel... (Jefferson City News Tribune, MO)
Quincy fire victim offers thanks to her rescuers May 10, 2009
But she did survive and later retained a lawyer, William T. Kennedy of Quincy, who recently filed a $10 million wrongful death lawsuit against the apartment building's owners. Fire inspectors said there were no smoke detectors in Knight and Frawi's apartment, though the house did have smoke alarms in the hallways as required by state law. (Boston Globe)
OCEANSIDE: Officers cleared in fatal 2007 shooting May 9, 2009
In January, Del Rio's widow Deana Del Rio filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the city of Oceanside. Siaki Del Rio's two minor sons are also listed as plaintiffs. (North County Times)
Big Dig company pleads guilty May 9, 2009
1 million settlement of a wrongful death lawsuit filed by Del Valle's family in state court ... Last September, Del Valle's family reached settlements with the last of the defendants in the family's wrongful death lawsuit in Suffolk Superior Court. (Boston Globe)
Drew Peterson Charged With Third Wife's Murder May 9, 2009
"I always wondered," about her death, said Henry Savio, who joined another of his daughters in filing a wrongful death lawsuit against Drew Peterson last month. "I was never pleased with the (coroner's finding) from the beginning." Peterson has seemed to relish the spotlight since Stacy Peterson 's disappearance, appearing in a People magazine cover story and on multiple national talk shows - most recently to tout his new engagement to a 24-year-old woman. (WTVR.com, VA)
Amended complaint: Tyler Peterson had a mental condition May 8, 2009
In an amended wrongful death complaint filed April 29, the families of Bradley Schultz, Lindsey Stahl, Katrina McCorkle and Lianna Thomas, as well as shooting survivor Charlie Neitzel III, claim Peterson was suffering from an anti-social mental condition when he was recruited by the two departments and should not have been appointed to Forest Countys Special Emergency Response Team (SERT). During the early morning hours of Oct. 7, 2007, Peterson, 20, showed up at the home of his... (Forest Republican, WI)
Peterson Charged in 3rd Wife's Murder May 8, 2009
Savio's family filed a wrongful death lawsuit last month, alleging Peterson downed her in the bathtub. Kathleen Savio's family has long voiced suspicions about the circumstances surrounding her 2004 death, especially following the disappearance of Peterson's fourth wife, Stacy. (Fox News)
