Chester

New Chester County Judge’s Campaign Donations Stir Ethical Debate as She Closes Financial Committee

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WEST CHESTER, Pa. — In the intricate world of campaign finance, newly appointed Chester County Court of Common Pleas Judge Fredda Lewis Maddox navigated the murky waters left by her election campaign. After ascending to the bench in late November 2023, Maddox found herself with a campaign finance chest that still bore funds. Her decision on handling these residual funds has brought the ethics of judicial campaign finance into scrutiny. Maddox, a Democrat despite the nonpartisan nature of judicial elections, found her campaign committee, “Friends of Fredda Maddox,” actively dispersing funds to various Democratic political … Read more

Chester County Jury Grants $29 Million to Cyclist Injured in Collision with Company Truck

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WEST CHESTER, Pa. — A Chester County jury awarded $29 million in damages to a bicyclist who sustained severe injuries after colliding with a plumbing company truck, marking a significant precedent in local court awards. The conclusion comes after a weeklong deliberation at the Chester County Common Pleas Court. The incident, which resulted in debilitating injuries for the bicyclist, captures a pivotal moment in legal debates surrounding road safety and corporate responsibility. As the case unfolded, it highlighted critical concerns about vehicle and bicycle coexistence on urban roads. Legal experts suggest that the hefty sum … Read more

Chester County Jury Awards $29 Million to Injured Cyclist in Landmark Case Against Plumbing Company

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West Chester, PA — In a decision that resonates well beyond the local community, a Chester County court jury awarded $29 million in damages to a bicyclist seriously injured in a collision with a plumbing company truck. After a weeklong trial in Judge Sarah Black’s courtroom, the substantial sum marks a notable verdict, especially given the county’s history of often favoring defendants in civil lawsuits. The injured party, Heath Wilson, will receive more than $12 million for medical expenses and loss of income, plus about $16 million in punitive damages for enduring pain and suffering. … Read more

West Chester Community Rallies for Safer School Zones After Recent Student Tragedies

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WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP, Ohio — A recent car accident involving a Lakota West High School student, who was struck and hospitalized on her way to school last Friday, has spurred the West Chester community to demand more stringent road safety measures. This call to action follows the tragic incident on Bethany Road in May when another student from neighboring Lakota East High School, Aspen Runnels, was hit and ultimately succumbed to her injuries. Christina Alcorn, Aspen’s mother, has turned her grief into advocacy, pushing for legislative changes to enhance road safety in school zones. “Losing … Read more