Autopsy

Justice Served: Fulton County Jury Awards $2.25 Million After Gruesome Autopsy Video is Shared Without Consent

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FULTON COUNTY, Ga. — A Fulton County jury has awarded $2.25 million in damages to the parents of a baby who was decapitated during delivery, a tragic case compounded by the unauthorized posting of the child’s autopsy on social media. The decision comes amid serious allegations against the pathologist involved, marking a significant legal outcome for the bereaved parents. Treveon Taylor and Jessica Ross will receive $2 million in compensatory damages and an additional $250,000 in punitive damages. They filed their lawsuit in September 2023, claiming that Dr. Jackson Gates of Medical Diagnostic Choices in … Read more

Georgia Couple Secures $2.25 Million Verdict After Legal Battle Over Disturbing Autopsy Images of Their Child

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A jury in Georgia has awarded $2.25 million to a couple whose heartbreaking legal battle stemmed from the unlawful sharing of autopsy images of their deceased infant. The couple, mourning the loss of their decapitated baby, took the case to court, arguing that the release of these graphic photos by a Georgia medical examiner violated their privacy and caused them immense emotional distress. During the trial, evidence emerged that showed the sensitive images had been disseminated beyond their intended official use. The parents contended that not only was the act a profound violation of their … Read more

Georgia Couple Wins $2.25 Million Verdict Over Disturbing Autopsy Images of Their Deceased Infant

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Augusta, Georgia — A jury has awarded a Georgia couple $2.25 million in a lawsuit concerning the use of autopsy images of their decapitated child. The decision came after a trial that revealed how the couple’s tragedy was compounded by the public dissemination of sensitive materials related to their deceased baby. The couple, who remains unnamed, initiated the legal action against a local coroner’s office after they discovered that graphic images of their child’s autopsy had circulated on social media. The case ignited emotional discussions about privacy rights and the ethical responsibilities of officials handling … Read more

US Couple Wins NZ$3.76 Million After Legal Battle Over Disturbing Autopsy Images of Their Baby

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WELLINGTON, New Zealand — A jury has awarded nearly NZ$3.76 million to a U.S. couple who filed a lawsuit against a New Zealand government agency over the release of autopsy images of their deceased infant. The case has drawn attention to privacy rights and the handling of sensitive materials in the aftermath of tragic loss. The couple, whose names have not been disclosed, engaged legal action against the New Zealand government after the autopsy photos of their decapitated baby were distributed inappropriately. These images came to light during a police investigation into the circumstances surrounding … Read more