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Wrongful Death Lawsuits

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legal1 year ago

Uvalde Families Sue Meta, Activision, and Gunmaker Over School Shooting

Families of Uvalde school shooting victims have filed wrongful death lawsuits against Meta, Activision, and Daniel Defense, alleging the companies "groomed" the shooter through aggressive marketing and exposure to violent content. The lawsuits claim the shooter was influenced by the video game "Call of Duty: Modern Warfare" and targeted by social media ads, leading to his purchase of a Daniel Defense rifle used in the attack. The companies have expressed condolences but deny responsibility.

food-and-beverage2 years ago

Panera's 'Charged Lemonade' Faces Second Death Lawsuit

Panera is facing two wrongful-death lawsuits accusing the company of misleading customers with its marketing and description of its Charged Lemonade, a high-caffeine beverage. The latest lawsuit comes from the family of a 46-year-old man who suffered a fatal cardiac event after consuming the lemonade. The lawsuit claims that Panera knew or should have known that the drink could harm individuals with certain health conditions. This follows a previous lawsuit filed by the parents of a 21-year-old woman who died after drinking the lemonade. Panera has defended the safety of its products and stated that the lawsuits are without merit.

Legal and Safety Concerns Arise in Titan's Submersible Industry.

Analysis of the structural engineering of Titan, a submersible vessel used to visit the wreckage site of the Titanic, could potentially help or hinder wrongful death lawsuits. The analysis could provide insight into the safety and reliability of the vessel, but could also reveal any potential flaws or negligence in its design or operation.

legal2 years ago

Schoharie Limo Crash: Settlements Reached and Convictions Made in Fatal Accident

Some families of the Schoharie limo crash victims have reached a settlement in principle with Mavis Discount Tire in their wrongful death lawsuits, while others are still in talks. The limo company owner, Nauman Hussain, was sentenced to five to 15 years in prison the day before. The amount of the settlement has not been disclosed.