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entertainment15 days ago•1 min saved

Christy Carlson Romano Details 2025 Accidental Shooting in New Memoir

Christy Carlson Romano, known for 'Even Stevens' and 'Cadet Kelly,' released her debut memoir 'Once Upon a Trainwreck' on October 6, 2026. The book details her recovery from a February 2025 incident in Texas where she was accidentally shot in the face five times by a member of her husband's birthday party. Romano describes the event as a pivotal moment that shifted her focus toward present-moment living and family relationships, rather than dwelling on past regrets.

via USA Today|

#celebrity-news #christy-carlson-romano #disney-channel

legal-consumer-safety16 days ago•15 min saved

Illinois Woman Sues Las Vegas Bar Over Injuries From Mechanical Ride

An Illinois woman has filed a lawsuit against a downtown Las Vegas bar, alleging she suffered severe, potentially permanent injuries after being thrown from a mechanical attraction. The complaint, filed in Clark County District Court, claims the venue failed to provide safety instructions or require a liability waiver before allowing her to ride. The plaintiff is seeking over $15,000 in damages for medical costs, lost wages, and pain and suffering, while the bar’s representatives have not yet responded to inquiries.

via The Independent|

#las-vegas #legal-consumer-safety #negligence-lawsuit

legal1 month ago•4 min saved

Arbitrator orders Uber to pay $40M after driver abandons passenger on freeway

A California arbitrator has ordered Uber to pay $40 million to the parents of Emily Normandin-Parker, a 23-year-old woman killed after her driver abandoned her and a friend on a freeway gore point in August 2023. The ruling holds Uber vicariously liable for the driver's actions, rejecting the company's reliance on Proposition 22 to avoid responsibility. While Uber disputes the liability, the family plans to use the funds to support a foundation advocating for ride-hailing safety.

via Los Angeles Times|

#arbitration #california #legal

legalentertainment1 month ago•11 min saved

Portland Acrobatic Injury Sparks $16M Lawsuit Against Cirque du Soleil

A former Cirque du Soleil performer is suing the company for $16 million following a fall during a performance in Portland, Oregon, that resulted in the breaking of 11 bones. The lawsuit alleges that the incident was not a planned part of the act, as initially believed by spectators, but rather a serious safety failure. The case highlights ongoing concerns regarding performer welfare and risk management in high-impact circus productions.

via The Independent|

#circus-safety #cirque-du-soleil #legalentertainment

local6 months ago•3 min saved

Sacramento nurse wins $300K in Carnival cruise over-service case

A Florida jury found Carnival Cruise Line 60% liable for a January 2024 incident on the Carnival Radiance, where a Sacramento nurse says crewmembers over-served her about 14 tequila shots over eight hours, leading to a fall and injuries. The $300,000 judgment underscores cruise-line responsibility for guest safety and the implications of all-inclusive drink packages; Carnival plans to appeal the verdict.

via CBS News|

#carnival-cruise #cruise-safety #local

entertainment10 months ago•2 min saved

Jada Pinkett Smith Sued for $3 Million Over Threats to Will Smith's Friend

Bilaal Salaam, a long-time friend of Will Smith, is suing Jada Pinkett Smith for $3 million, alleging she and her entourage threatened him and caused emotional and financial harm after he refused to participate in a PR cover-up related to the Smiths.

via Vulture|

#entertainment #jada-pinkett-smith #lawsuit

legal-settlement2 years ago•3 min saved

Colorado Woman Handcuffed in Police Car Hit by Train Wins $8.5M Settlement

Yareni Rios-Gonzalez reached an $8.5 million settlement with the cities of Platteville and Fort Lupton after being severely injured when a train struck a police cruiser she was handcuffed inside during a 2022 traffic stop. The settlement, paid by the cities' insurers, follows her lawsuit against the cities and officers involved. Rios-Gonzalez continues to recover from her injuries, and two officers were charged and terminated for their roles in the incident.

via The Washington Post|

#colorado #legal-settlement #personal-injury

legal2 years ago•1 min saved

"Florida Man Files Lawsuit Against Dunkin' Over Alleged Injurious Toilet Explosion"

A Florida man, Paul Kerouac, is suing Dunkin' for $50,000 after an exploding toilet incident at a Winter Park location left him covered in waste and debris. The lawsuit claims the store was aware of the issue due to previous incidents and accuses them of negligence. Kerouac alleges he suffered injuries and emotional distress as a result of the explosion. Dunkin' has not yet responded to the allegations.

via USA TODAY|

#dunkin #exploding-toilet #lawsuit

legal2 years ago•6 min saved

"Nirvana Baby's Child Pornography Lawsuit Revived by Appeals Court"

A lawsuit filed by Spencer Elden, who was famously photographed as a baby on the cover of Nirvana's album "Nevermind," alleging ongoing personal injuries due to the continued use of the photo, is not barred by the statute of limitations, according to a ruling by the Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals. The court held that each republication of child pornography can constitute a new personal injury, similar to defamation, and therefore Elden's claim is timely under the law. The court rejected the argument that Elden's awareness of the defendants' previous distribution of the album cover prevented him from claiming new injuries caused by subsequent distributions.

via Reason|

#child-pornography #legal #nevermind

health3 years ago•1 min saved

Bizarre ER Visits: Unusual Objects Found Inside Americans

Nearly 300,000 American adults visit the emergency room each year due to having foreign objects in their bodies, making it the ninth leading cause of unintentional injuries requiring hospitalization. The incidents include objects such as plastic swords, magnets, steak knives, and video-game controllers found in various body parts. Men with objects stuck in their penises and women seeking medical help for objects in their vaginas were also reported. Additionally, a study revealed that almost 4,000 people are hospitalized annually due to foreign objects in their rectums. The average cost of treating these incidents is $5,000. Accidental falls remain the leading cause of unintentional, non-fatal injuries, followed by involuntary poisoning.

via New York Post |

#emergency-room-visits #foreign-objects #health

legal3 years ago•6 min saved

Judge Allows Teacher Shot by 6-Year-Old Student to Sue School District

A judge in Newport News, Virginia has ruled that a first-grade teacher who was shot by a 6-year-old student can proceed with her $40 million lawsuit against the school district. The judge determined that the injury suffered by the teacher did not arise out of her employment, rejecting the defendants' argument that the case should be limited to a Workers' Compensation claim. The teacher's attorneys argued that getting shot by a student in a first-grade classroom is not a reasonably foreseeable workplace hazard and that damages should be determined through a personal injury lawsuit. The school district is expected to appeal the ruling.

via The Virginian-Pilot|

#lawsuit #legal #personal-injury

legal3 years ago•1 min saved

Elderly Woman's Spilled Coffee Lawsuit Nets $3M Settlement from Dunkin Donuts

Dunkin' Donuts has settled a lawsuit with an elderly woman in Georgia who claimed she suffered third-degree burns when her coffee spilled on her lap in the drive-thru. The woman, represented by Morgan & Morgan, alleged that the lid was not secured on the cup. She will receive $3 million in the settlement, as she incurred over $200k in medical bills and still struggles with day-to-day life due to the burns. This case brings back memories of the famous 1994 lawsuit against McDonald's, which sparked a push for tort reform.

via TMZ|

#dunkin-donuts #lawsuit #legal

legalcriminal-justice3 years ago•3 min saved

Man awarded $12.2M settlement after losing hands in wrongful DUI arrest

Scott County in Minnesota has agreed to pay a $12.2 million settlement to Terrance Dwayne Winborn, a man who lost both his hands and suffered multiple health issues while incarcerated on suspicion of drunken driving. Winborn's lawyers alleged that the county jail officials failed to provide him with prompt medical treatment, leading to severe complications. The settlement will cover Winborn's medical bills and ongoing care expenses. The county's insurance plan will cover the settlement, but it is unclear if the county admits any wrongdoing.

via Yahoo News|

#county-jail #inmate-rights #legalcriminal-justice

legal3 years ago•1 min saved

McDonald's Coffee Lawsuit Resurfaces

McDonald's faces another lawsuit over hot coffee as an 85-year-old woman spills coffee in her lap, causing first-degree burns. The woman claims negligence on the part of McDonald's, stating that the lid was not properly secured and that she was ignored by employees when seeking help. The franchise owner denies any negligence. This case echoes the infamous Hot Coffee Lawsuit of 1992, which resulted in a 79-year-old woman receiving severe burns and costing McDonald's over $20,000 in medical expenses.

via laramielive.com|

#frivolous-lawsuits #hot-coffee-lawsuit #legal

crime3 years ago•1 min saved

Motorcyclist Arrested for Striking and Injuring Pedestrians in Falmouth

A motorcyclist in Falmouth, Cape Cod, who allegedly struck a husband and wife in front of a restaurant and fled the scene, has been charged with multiple offenses including leaving the scene of personal injury, reckless driving, and driving with a suspended license. The motorcyclist, identified as David Eldredge Jr., turned himself in and is currently being held in jail. The injured couple's conditions are unknown.

via Yahoo News|

#arrest #cape-cod #crime