Wrongful Death Lawsuit Filed by Father of Slain Palestinian American Boy in Chicago

The father of a 6-year-old Palestinian American boy who was fatally stabbed in what authorities allege was a hate crime has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the suburban Chicago landlord charged in the attack. The lawsuit claims that the landlord and his property management company failed to recognize the threat and prevent harm to their tenants. The attack has drawn condemnation from the White House and has renewed fears of anti-Islamic discrimination in the Chicago area's large Palestinian community. The defendant has pleaded not guilty to hate crime and murder charges and remains detained as he awaits a January hearing in the criminal case.