Suicide

Duke Study Reveals Success of Red Flag Laws in Reducing Suicide Rates

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Durham, NC — A recent study led by a Duke University professor has provided compelling evidence that Red Flag Laws, also known as Extreme Risk Protection Orders (ERPOs), are significantly effective in reducing rates of suicide. This groundbreaking research comes at a time when mental health and gun control are fiercely debated topics in the United States. The study meticulously analyzed data from various states that have implemented these laws, which allow courts to temporarily remove firearms from individuals deemed a risk to themselves or others. This preventive measure is becoming increasingly recognized as a … Read more

Survivor of Alleged Assault by French Rugby Players Recovers from Suicide Attempt, Legal Representative Confirms

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Paris, France – A woman who has accused several French rugby players of rape is recovering after a suicide attempt, according to her legal representative. This distressing turn of events has cast a renewed spotlight on the issue of sexual violence within sports communities and the challenges confronted by survivors seeking justice. The woman, whose identity remains protected due to the sensitivity of the case, was hospitalized shortly after her attempt to take her own life. Her lawyer stated that she is now in stable condition but highlighted that the incident underscores the immense pressures … Read more

Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital Seeks Appeal in $208 Million Verdict Over Wrongful Detainment of Young Girl and Contributory Role in Mother’s Suicide

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St. Petersburg, FL — Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in St. Petersburg is challenging a court’s decision to award $208 million in damages after accusations of wrongful separation of a 10-year-old girl from her family led to her mother’s tragic suicide. The controversial case, involving a young Florida resident Maya Kowalski, gained national attention following its coverage in a Netflix documentary titled “Take Care of Maya” released in June 2023. The massive settlement was determined by a jury in Venice, who concluded that the hospital’s actions were detrimental to both the child and her family. … Read more

Judge Allows Parents’ Wrongful Death Lawsuit Against Prep School to Proceed in Teen’s Suicide Case

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ROCKVILLE, Md. — A judge in Montgomery County has advanced a wrongful-death lawsuit brought by the parents of a teenager who committed suicide after withdrawing from an all-boys preparatory school in Maryland. The parents allege that the Landon School should have foreseen their son’s distress, potentially preventing his death. Montgomery County Circuit Judge Louis Leibowitz stated schools have a duty to mitigate risks of self-harm among students, aligning with community efforts toward detection and early intervention. The decision enables the suit, primarily focusing on the wrongful-death claim, to proceed toward a trial scheduled for next … Read more