Family

Family of Capitol Riot Victim Files $30 Million Lawsuit Against U.S. Government Alleging Wrongful Death and Negligence

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WASHINGTON (AP) — The family of a woman who was fatally shot by a police officer during the January 6, 2021, riot at the U.S. Capitol has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. government. The family alleges wrongful death, assault, and negligence. Ashli Babbitt, 35, of California, was part of a mob of supporters of former President Donald Trump who stormed the Capitol in an attempt to disrupt the certification of President Biden’s election victory. Babbitt was shot by a U.S. Capitol Police officer as she tried to enter the building through a broken glass … Read more

Florida Jury Awards $261 Million in Total Damages to Family Featured in Netflix Documentary

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MIAMI, Florida – A Florida jury has awarded $261 million in damages to the family of Maya Kowalski, the child featured in a popular Netflix documentary. The jury determined that a daycare facility was responsible for the severe injuries sustained by Maya, and she was subsequently awarded $211 million in compensatory damages. Additionally, the jury has now tacked on an additional $50 million in punitive damages. The case revolves around a daycare accident that left Maya with permanent cognitive and physical disabilities. The Netflix documentary brought international attention to her story, highlighting the negligence and … Read more

Compelling Documentary ‘Take Care of Maya’ Results in $261 Million Award for Family

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HAMPTON, Virginia – The family featured in the documentary film ‘Take Care of Maya’ has been awarded a staggering $261 million in a legal settlement. The city of Hampton, Virginia has agreed to provide this compensation to the family, whose daughter, Maya, was tragically subject to abuse by her caretaker. This landmark case sheds light on the urgent need for increased safeguards and accountability in the foster care system. The heart-wrenching documentary depicted the harrowing journey of Maya, a young girl who suffered immense physical and emotional trauma under the care of a negligent guardian. … Read more

Kowalski Family Awarded Over $261 Million in Landmark Lawsuit Against Hospital

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Venice, Florida – After facing a lengthy legal battle, the Kowalski family received a sense of closure on Thursday when a jury awarded them over $261 million in damages in their lawsuit against Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital. This case has gained national attention due in part to a Netflix film released in June 2023 that tells the Kowalski family’s story. The trial centered around the struggle between parental rights and the obligations of mandatory reporters in cases of suspected child abuse. The Kowalskis initially sued All Children’s Hospital, social worker Catherine Bedy, and Dr. … Read more