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Dairy Queen manager charged after Missouri teen’s suicide

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Witnesses said the boy, 17, had been bullied for years at school and work before he shot himself outside his home in December.

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This will certainly be a difficult criminal case to prove against the manager. Victim’s family would be able file a civil lawsuit for money damages against the manager, the restaurant and the school district. Matters of proof are often difficult, especially when there are multiple causes of emotional distress that have occurred over the years.

Family of bicyclist killed last week files wrongful death suit – Chicago Tribune

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The mother of a recent Loyola University graduate who was fatally struck by a flatbed truck as she rode her bicycle in the city’s Roscoe Village neighborhood last week filed a wrongful death lawsuit Tuesday, claiming negligence by the truck’s driver.

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True that a bicyclist also has a right to the road.

Ex-Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson settles sex harassment suit for $20M – Chicago Tribune

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Former Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson settled her sexual harassment lawsuit against Roger Ailes for a reported $20 million and a public apology Tuesday, ending the case that triggered the downfall of the cable channel’s chief executive.

Source: Ex-Fox News anchor Gretchen Carlson settles sex harassment suit for $20M – Chicago Tribune

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Crazy to think that so called smart people will do something that is so obviously stupid and think they can get away with it. Should send a big message to companies to clean up their acts.

8-year-old girl dies after being pulled from Colony West swimming pool – News – The State Journal-Register – Springfield, IL

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An 8-year-old Springfield girl died Tuesday morning, four days after she was pulled from the swimming pool at the Colony West Swim Club.Jolinda Thompson

Source: 8-year-old girl dies after being pulled from Colony West swimming pool – News – The State Journal-Register – Springfield, IL

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Terrible tragedy. Thoughts and prayers with family and friends.

The general rule for swimming accidents or drownings is that the injured person must show design failure of the pool, some type of hazard created or that the pool staff was negligent in some manner regarding following appropriate safety regulations.

Custom Legal Help for the Injured- Traveling to Your Hearing

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A lawyer who will meet with you before your hearing is very important.

It makes certain that you are comfortable and prepared for the most important part of your case.

Testimony before the Judge or Arbitrator will be crucial in determining whether you will win your case and the value of your case.

Some lawyers will not meet with you until the date of the hearing.

This will not help you be ready for your case.

Another important factor is to find a lawyer who will travel to your hearing wherever it is.

Many trial sites are spread throughout the State of Illinois.

You must have a lawyer who will travel and be ready to present your case whenever it is necessary.

Legal help that focuses on you gives you confidence and peace of mind.

Contact Illinois injury lawyer Dirk May at 309-827-4371 to discuss the special legal assistance you need.