Category Archives: Wrongful death

Ex-Viking Senser sued in hit-and-run case

Posted on September 7, 2011 by Mauri Miller

Former Minnesota Viking tight end Joe Senser and his wife Amy have been sued following a hit-and-run accident in which a man died. According to the St. Paul Pioneer Press, the family of Anousone Phanthavong alleges that Amy Senser casued … finish reading Ex-Viking Senser sued in hit-and-run case

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Judge refuses to overturn UCF verdict

Posted on August 2, 2011 by Mauri Miller

A Circuit judge refused to overturn a $10 million verdict awarded to the parents of a football player who died during a preseason workout. Judge Robert Evan’s denial comes one month after a jury found the University of Central Florida’s … finish reading Judge refuses to overturn UCF verdict

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Rangers look to improve railings and safety

Posted on July 20, 2011 by Roy Kessel

It is hard to believe that modern stadiums are still so deficient in their ability to restrain fans who might reach too far trying to get a baseball. The Rangers announced that they have undertaken some safety initiatives in order … finish reading Rangers look to improve railings and safety

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UCF plans appeal of $10 million verdict in Ereck Plancher case

Posted on July 5, 2011 by Roy Kessel

While UCF plans an appeal of the verdict in the Ereck Plancher case, the family has stated that it welcomes that action. The family was awarded a judgment in the amount of $10 million in the wrongful death action premised … finish reading UCF plans appeal of $10 million verdict in Ereck Plancher case

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Notre Dame settles with State of Indiana in Declan Sullivan death

Posted on July 2, 2011 by Roy Kessel

When Notre Dame was hit with a $77,500 fine by the State of Indiana for violations which resulted in Declan Sullivan’s death there was an outcry against the small amount of the fine. And despite that, Notre Dame still appealed … finish reading Notre Dame settles with State of Indiana in Declan Sullivan death

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Notre Dame appeals state finding in Declan Sullivan death

Posted on April 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Although it has not completed its own investigation and though it no longer uses a hydraulic life to film practice, Notre Dame has decided to file an appeal of the state findings against it. The Chicago Tribune reports that Notre … finish reading Notre Dame appeals state finding in Declan Sullivan death

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Notre Dame will not use hydraulic lifts for filming practice

Posted on March 8, 2011 by Roy Kessel

Notre Dame will not use the hydraulic lifts anymore to film their football practices according to this AP article: Notre Dame announced Tuesday that it will no longer use hydraulic lifts for videographers at football practices, five months after a … finish reading Notre Dame will not use hydraulic lifts for filming practice

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Notre Dame begins investigation

Posted on October 29, 2010 by Roy Kessel

In the wake of the tragic death of a student videographer, Notre Dame is commencing its internal investigation into the circumstances surrounding the incident.  According to the AP report, Notre Dame will be facing an OSHA investigation as all signs … finish reading Notre Dame begins investigation

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9/11 Wrongful death case set for trial

Posted on October 20, 2010 by Roy Kessel

The wrongful death lawsuit of a LA Kings scout will go to trial next June.   The AP report provides a good history of lawsuit which is basically the only one still pending.  Almost every other suit filed has been settled … finish reading 9/11 Wrongful death case set for trial

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