Norfolk

Norfolk Southern Agrees to $600 Million Settlement for East Palestine Train Derailment

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EAST PALESTINE, Ohio – Norfolk Southern, a railroad company, has agreed to a $600 million settlement to resolve a series of lawsuits resulting from a train derailment in East Palestine, Ohio last year. The settlement will cover all class-action claims within a 20-mile radius of the derailment site, as well as personal injury claims within 10 miles. The agreement was reached after three days of mediation supervised by a former federal judge. The February 3, 2023, derailment had a significant impact on the small town and surrounding communities. A total of 38 rail cars, including … Read more

Judge Denies Defense Request to Disqualify Norfolk DA and Imposes No Sanctions in Karen Read Murder Case

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In Dedham, Massachusetts, Judge Beverly J. Cannone has denied a defense request to disqualify or impose sanctions on Norfolk District Attorney Michael Morrissey regarding his extrajudicial comments and other decisions made in the controversial Karen Read murder case. The judge determined that no egregious misconduct had occurred that could substantially prejudice the defendant’s right to a fair trial, leading to her denial of the motion. Responding to the ruling, Read’s defense attorneys refrained from commenting. This recent decision follows another denial by Judge Cannone on Tuesday, concerning the defense’s request to dismiss the case. The … Read more