http://enr.com/articles/49122-family-of-worker-who-died-in-fall-presses-lawsuit-against-3m-corp
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Tragic death illustrates 2 cases that can result from a work accident.
Workers’ Compensation claim against the employer and potential 3rd party lawsuit for products liability.
http://minnesota.cbslocal.com/video/4567707-minneapolis-releases-names-of-4-fired-police-officers/
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No justification for this. Not even firing, wrongful death damages, or jail time will repay Mr. Floyd or his family.
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Police officers may also face civil charges for excessive force that results in injuries. Money damages may be awarded.
https://www.sj-r.com/news/20181127/illinois-lawmakers-raise-caps-on-court-of-claims-awards
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Prior limit was $100,000. The cap has been raised to $2 million per claim. This applies to acts of negligence that are proven against the State of Illinois.
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The State alleges inadequate warnings, no lifeguards, and no life jackets. Several deaths this summer alone.