Bicyclist, 60, fatally struck by motorcycle in Franklin Park | Chicago Sun-Times

A 60-year-old Chicago man died Monday after he was struck by a motorcycle on his bicycle in west suburban Franklin Park.

Source: Bicyclist, 60, fatally struck by motorcycle in Franklin Park | Chicago Sun-Times

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Bicycle riders have the same rights to the road as motorcycles, car and trucks.

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

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.

SEC awards $22 million to Monsanto whistleblower | Business | stltoday.com

Award tied to an $80 million settlement between the SEC and Monsanto in February

Source: SEC awards $22 million to Monsanto whistleblower | Business | stltoday.com

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The recent change in the law allows whistleblowers to participate in financial reward from Securities and Exchange Commission (“SEC”) fines. Gives incentive for insiders to report wrongdoing that may be very difficult to uncover or may take much longer without their help. Provides relief to the public.

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

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.

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