Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Jury Delivers $5.6M Verdict to Parents Over Tragic Birth Incident and Privacy Breach

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PITTSBURGH — A Pennsylvania jury awarded $5.6 million to the parents of a child who suffered severe brain damage during childbirth due to medical negligence and an invasion of privacy. The case has drawn significant attention, highlighting the ongoing challenges parents face within the healthcare system. The incidents surrounding the child’s birth date back to 2013 when the mother went to a local hospital. Complications during labor prompted the medical staff to take urgent action. However, the jury found that the doctors failed to provide adequate care, leading to brain injuries that will affect the … Read more

Pennsylvania Takes Stand: Joins Multistate Lawsuit Against Trump Administration Over $230 Million Education Funding Freeze

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HARRISBURG, Pa. — Pennsylvania has joined a coalition of over 20 states and the District of Columbia in a legal battle against the Trump administration, demanding the release of $230 million designated for education funding. Governor Josh Shapiro made the announcement on July 14, emphasizing the impact this freeze could have on public school services across the state. The funds in question are crucial for various educational programs, including before- and after-school activities, teacher training, and initiatives aimed at enhancing literacy and job readiness. Typically, these federal funds are released on July 1, coinciding with … Read more

Pennsylvania Jury Delivers $5.6M Verdict for Parents Following Birth Injury and Privacy Breach

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HARRISBURG, Pa. — A jury in Pennsylvania awarded $5.6 million to the parents of a child who suffered brain damage due to alleged medical malpractice during childbirth. The case, which brought significant attention to issues of patient care and privacy in hospitals, concluded with a verdict that could have implications for healthcare liability. The parents claimed that negligence by the medical staff during labor at a local hospital contributed to their child’s ongoing health challenges. They argued that inadequate monitoring during delivery led to critical delays that caused the injuries. The verdict underscores the urgent … Read more

Jury Selection Complete in Controversial Case Against Former Pennsylvania Officer Charged with Fatal Shooting

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BEAVER FALLS, Pa. — A jury has been selected for the trial of a former police officer in Pennsylvania charged in connection with a man’s death. The case involves ex-officer David T. Kauffman, who is accused of shooting Robert A. Banister Jr. in 2022 while off duty. The selection process to form a jury comprised of seven men and seven women concluded recently. The trial will begin with opening statements following a set of jury instructions. Kauffman stands charged with homicide, aggravated assault, and other related offenses. The incident that led to the charges began … Read more