Victims have always had the right to sue for money damages a person who injures them during a criminal act. For most crime victims, however, this solution has generally not proved practical because victims frequently do not know who committed the crime against them and the criminals are not al...
Family accuses ACS of "negligence" in 4-year-old's death On Thursday, attorneys and the mother's sister, Nyisha Ragsdale, announced a $40 million lawsuit against the city. In documents, they reference "multiple reports" to the city's Administration for Children's Services, but previously, t...
In the United States, negligence and breach of contract are two distinct theories used to start a legal action and courts generally impose either one of them on the parties. Under American law, negligence is an area of tort law whilebreach of contract is an area of contract law. What are ...
They must also monitor every inch of their businesses for hazards that could make customers slip, or trip, or even be put at higher risk to become a victim of a crime. If you are ever on someone else’s property and are injured due to the owner’s negligence, talk to a local ...
for help with mental health and domestic violence issues."Jahmiek's death, which included malnourishment and abuse, reflects ACS's negligence," family attorney Mark D. Shirian said."How many times was ACS called, and did the family, did you ever contact ACS asking for help, and when was...