Wrongful death

Wrongful Death Suit Against WV Fire Company For Fatal Accident in Ohio to Proceed

A federal court has refused to dismiss a wrongful death lawsuit filed against a West Virginia firefighter and his fire department over the death of a couple at a fire scene in Ohio. William A. Reed, Jr. and Karolyn Reed died on April 29, 2021 at the scene of a mobile home fire when they were struck by a backing fire truck.

Buffalo LODD Suit Names City, Building Owner and Contractor

The widow of a firefighter who died in a building fire last March, has filed suit against the building’s owner, a contractor, and the City of Buffalo. Sarah-Elizabeth L. Tierney filed suit in Erie County Supreme Court naming JP Contracting of WNY, LLC., 743 Main Street, LLC., and the city as defendants, accusing them of negligence and wrongful death.

Illinois Harassment-Suicide Suit Dismissed By Agreement

A lawsuit filed by the husband of an Illinois firefighter who committed suicide has been dismissed by agreement of all parties. Daniel Zaboroski had filed the suit as the executor for the estate of his wife, Nicole Hladik, and on his own behalf, against the Village of Hinsdale and a lieutenant.

US Forest Service Sued for New Mexico Flash Flood Deaths

The US Forest Service is being sued by the families of three people who were killed in flooding that followed the largest wildand fire in New Mexico’s history. The Hermit’s Peak/Calf Canyon Fire burned over 300,000 acres and damaged over 900 structures.

Man Bites Dog: Nevada Fire Department and Medics Sued for Not Administering Ketamine

My apologies for the cynical “man bites dog” headline, but given the recent spate of lawsuits claiming the administration of ketamine to patients caused death or serious injury, the irony of a lawsuit just filed in Las Vegas has me shaking my head. The daughter of a man who died inside a Walgreens bathroom with EMS, firefighters, and police on scene, has filed suit claiming their failure to administer ketamine caused his death.

Seattle Settles Wrongful Death Suit for $1.8 Million

The family of a Seattle man who died after firefighters mistakenly staged waiting for police, has agreed to settle their $10 million wrongful death suit for $1.8 million. William Yurek died on November 2, 2021 following 911 calls reporting that he was experiencing chest pain and difficulty breathing.

LODD Lawsuit Filed Over Florida Trailer Mishap

The family of a Florida firefighter who was fatally injured when a trailer filled with sand tipped, has filed suit accusing the city of gross negligence and wrongful death. Apopka firefighter Austin Duran was injured on June 30, 2022 while attaching the trailer to a fire department vehicle.

Wrongful Death Suit Filed in Illinois Over Apparatus Accident

The husband of a woman who died in an apparatus accident involving a Rockford, Illinois engine last March, has filed suit against the city and the apparatus driver. Ismael Mondragon filed suit as the administrator of Marta Sandoval Esquivias’ Estate as well as in his own name, against the city and firefighter Miguel Holland.

Family Claims Fire District Failed To Stop Harassment Resulting in Suicide

The family of a California fire department mechanic who took his own life in 2022, is suing the fire department for failing to prevent the harassment that pushed him to the brink. Trenton Jennings committed suicide in the parking lot at Station 17 of the South Placer Fire District.

Arizona Fire Department Sued For Wrongful Death

The family of a woman who died in a fatal fire in Coolidge, Arizona, has filed suit against the city alleging the fire department was responsible for her death. Nicole Erin Gustafson died in a house fire on June 12, 2022.

Class Action Lawsuit Blames Utilities for Deadly Maui Wildfire

A class action lawsuit has been filed against Maui Electric Company, Limited, Hawaiian Electric Company, Inc., Hawaii Electric Light Company, Inc., and Hawaiian Electric Industries, Inc. alleging they bear responsibility for the tragic Lahaina Fire on the Island of Maui. At present at fire has claimed at least 99 lives, destroyed 2700 buildings, burned over 2,000 acres and caused damages estimated at over $5 billion.

Sixth Circuit Dismisses Civil Rights Claims in Mistaken Death Case

The Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that EMS personnel who mistakenly pronounced a disabled woman dead, cannot be held liable for her subsequent death under a civil rights theory, despite the fact their error delayed life-saving treatment. The case involves the death of 20-year-old Timesha Beauchamp in Southfield, Michigan.

FDNY and NYPD Sued for $7 Million Over Shooting Death

The estate of a woman who was shot by her boyfriend has filed suit against FDNY and NYPD claiming that they failed to provide her with timely medical assistance. Gloria Felix, as administratrix for the Estate of Migdalia Ortega, filed suit seeking $7 million in damages.

Belgian Firefighter’s Widow Sues FDNY Over Rescue Boat Crash

The widow of a Belgian firefighter who was killed while on an FDNY marine watercraft that crashed into a tour boat on June 17, 2022, has filed suit against the City of New York and the tour boat’s owner. Heidi Vernmandel filed suit aainst the city, New York City Boat Tours LLC, and tour boat’s captain, Edward Mattiace.

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