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Jury Awards $20.5 Million to Family of Librarian Killed by Drunken Driver in Portland Bus Stop Tragedy

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PORTLAND, Ore. — A Multnomah County jury has awarded $20.5 million to the family of Jeanie Diaz, a librarian who tragically lost her life after being struck by a drunken driver while waiting for a bus in July 2023. The verdict underscores the devastating impact of impaired driving and serves as a reminder of the need for heightened awareness around this critical issue. In November 2023, Diaz’s family filed a lawsuit seeking $120 million in damages, a reflection of both the profound loss they experienced and their desire for accountability. They pursued legal action against … Read more

Cheers Erupt as Karen Read Acquitted of Murder Charges; Found Guilty of Drunken Driving

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DEDHAM, Mass. — A jury acquitted Karen Read of charges related to the 2022 death of her boyfriend, John O’Keefe, a Boston police officer, on June 18. The decision came after a lengthy deliberation of more than 22 hours since the jury began its discussions on June 13. Read was found not guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter, while she was convicted on a lesser charge of driving under the influence. As the verdict was announced, a crowd of supporters outside the courtroom erupted in celebration, with cheers filling the air along with expressions of … Read more