"Landmark Bullying Case: Southern California School District Settles for $27 Million"
The Moreno Valley Unified School District in Southern California has agreed to pay a $27 million settlement to the family of a 13-year-old boy, Diego Stolz, who died after being assaulted by two students at Landmark Middle School in 2019. The settlement is believed to be the largest in the country related to school bullying. The family had issued multiple complaints about the bullying, but their concerns were not taken seriously. The incident was caught on video, showing Stolz being punched and falling, hitting his head against a pillar. The school district has been criticized for not taking action to prevent the bullying. Two teenagers were arrested and pleaded guilty to involuntary manslaughter and assault. The family hopes this case will bring about change in school districts across the country regarding anti-bullying policies.