Death

Family Files Lawsuit Against Baxter County Jail Following Inmate’s Death Due to Alleged Medical Neglect

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Cotter, AR – A federal lawsuit has been initiated following the death of Larry Charles Babin Jr., a 51-year-old inmate from Cotter, Arkansas, alleging wrongful death due to negligence by Baxter County Jail staff and healthcare providers. Babin was found unresponsive in his cell on January 6, 2024, and later pronounced dead at Baxter Health ER. The legal complaint emphasizes that Babin’s medical needs were well-known within the facility, yet his health deteriorated under the jail’s supervision, culminating in his death. The parties named in the lawsuit include staff members of the Sheriff’s Office and … Read more

$10 Million Verdict in Jackson County: Deputy’s Shooting Results in Man’s Death, Woman Injured

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KANSAS CITY, Mo. — A Missouri jury has awarded $10 million in damages to the family of a man fatally shot by a Jackson County sheriff’s deputy, as well as to a woman who was injured during the incident. This outcome arrives after a comprehensive deliberation on the events that transpired during a police encounter in 2017, which led to the tragic death and serious injury. On the fateful day, Deputy Lauren Michael fired at 26-year-old Matthew Carick and inadvertently wounded his girlfriend during a foot chase that ensued after a routine traffic stop initiated … Read more

$1 Million Settlement Reached in Wrongful Death Suit Following 2022 Officer-Involved Shooting of Robert Langley

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Williamsburg County, SC – A judge recently approved a $1 million settlement concluding a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from an officer-involved shooting in February 2022 that resulted in the death of 46-year-old Robert Langley. The incident, which led to the lawsuit, occurred after former Hemingway police officer Cassandra Dollard attempted to pull over Langley, leading to a high-speed pursuit that ended miles outside of her jurisdiction in Georgetown County. After Langley’s vehicle crashed, Dollard reportedly shot and killed him. Cassandra Dollard, 52, faces charges of voluntary manslaughter in Langley’s death, with the case still ongoing. … Read more

John Amos’ Daughter Initiates Legal Probe Into Legendary Actor’s Death Amidst Family Dispute

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Los Angeles — Actor John Amos, famed for his roles in 1970s television hits like “Good Times” and “Roots,” passed away on August 21 from congestive heart failure at age 84. However, the aftermath of his death has sparked a complex family dispute over his care and the circumstances leading up to his passing. His daughter, Shannon Amos, has sought legal counsel to delve into these concerns, pointing to a deeper familial rift involving her brother, K.C. Amos. According to Shannon, who is one of the co-trustees of John’s estate, she and several family members … Read more