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Misdiagnosis of Heart Condition Yields $3 Million to Decedent's Family

Blog post about a misdiagnosed heart condition that led to an award of $3 million when it caused decedent's death.

Wife Awarded $2.43 Million For Husband's Misdiagnosed Heart Attack

Blog post about a woman who was awarded $2.43 million after her husband died of a heart attack because it was misdiagnosed by doctors.

Speed Bump Fiasco Yields $1.4 Million to Injured Cyclist

Blog post about a cyclist who was seriously injured when thrown from her bike while riding over an allegedly defective speed bump.

School Immune to Own Bullying Policy, Denies Student Relief

Blog post on the topic of governmental immunity for schools when students have been injured on school grounds.

Bullied Special Education Student Sues School Board for Recklessness

Blog post about a special education student whose parents sued his school for recklessness due to harassment both on the bus and at school.

Coach Complicit in Football Team's Assault of Special Education Student

Blog post about the liability of the school and coaches of a football team that assaulted a special education student on the team.

Teaching Assitant Sues for Assault in 'Piggyback' Catastrophe

Blog post about a teaching assistant who was injured when a student jumped on his back.

Child Sexually Abused On School Bus, School Held Liable

Blog post about a school's liability for a child who was sexually abused on the bus.

Woman Hit By School Bus Receives $3.25 Million Settlement

Blog post about a woman who was hit by a bus and suffered severe brain and body damage who settled her case for over $3 million.

Court Awards $2 Million to Unarmed Man Shot by Police

Blog post about an award of damages given to an unarmed man who was shot by a police officer and suffered severe injuries.

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