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Jury Grants $9 Million in Damages for Family of Golf Course Employee Killed by Tree Collapse

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Philadelphia, PA – A jury in Philadelphia has awarded $9 million to the estate of a golf course worker who tragically lost his life due to a falling tree. The incident, which took place at a suburban golf course, has highlighted ongoing concerns regarding workplace safety and responsibilities of employers in maintaining their premises. The court found that the golf club’s negligence in failing to maintain and inspect aging trees led directly to the fatal accident. This case underscores the critical need for rigorous safety protocols in outdoor work environments, and has brought to light … Read more

Tragic Incident in Modesto: Senior Man Killed When Vehicle Collides with House

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Modesto, CA – A tragic car accident in Modesto has claimed the life of a 66-year-old man after his vehicle veered off the road and collided with a home. Authorities have identified the victim as John Peterson from Escalon. The incident occurred on the afternoon of Saturday on Patterson Road, according to the Stanislaus County Sheriff’s Office. Peterson was alone in the vehicle at the time of the accident, which happened under clear weather conditions. The precise cause of the crash is still under investigation, but initial reports suggest no other vehicles were involved. Local … Read more

Trial Begins for Suspect in Columbus Sheetz Shooting That Killed University Student

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COLUMBUS, Ohio — Jury selection commenced Monday in the trial of a 20-year-old man implicated in the fatal parking lot shooting of a university student last year. The shooting occurred outside a Sheetz store in northeast Columbus, marking a tragic escalation of violence in a typically bustling commercial area. Keimariyon Ross, the defendant, faces an array of charges including two counts of murder, three counts of attempted murder, three counts of felonious assault with firearm specifications, and one count of improper firearm handling. Ross’s trial is part of a broader case involving two other individuals … Read more

$68.5 Million Awarded in Historic Verdict for Family of Worker Killed at Philadelphia Construction Site

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PHILADELPHIA — A Philadelphia jury has awarded $68.5 million in damages to the widow and young son of a construction worker who died after a fall from an improperly secured balcony. The verdict, returned on Wednesday, concluded a lawsuit involving allegations of negligence and wrongful death against OCF Construction LLC and several associated companies. The incident that led to the legal battle occurred on December 15, 2021, at a luxury townhouse development in the Fitler Square area of the city. Siarhei Marhunou, 38, was working on the fifth-floor balcony of the new five-unit complex when … Read more