Erin Andrews, a reporter for ESPN, is filing a suit against the man who secretly videotaped her through her hotel room peephole on two separate occassions. Michael Barrett called multiple hotels asking for Andrews’ booking information, and these hotels offered him not only confirmations that she was there, but Andrews’ room number and a room for Barrett directly beside hers. Barrett then posted the illegally-obtained videos of the reporter all across the internet, leading to her great “emotional distress.” At this time, Andrews is also suing the hotels that wrongfully gave out her information for their assistance in this criminal act.
“Octomom” Doctor Accused of Medical Negligence
The fertility doctor for the “octomom” is now in danger of losing his license due to recent accusations of negligence. Apparently, Michael Kamrava had implanted too many embryos into a female patient, which put her safety at risk and took the life of one of her babies. Kamrava has other accusations against him as well, and the Medical Board of California will discuss these claims at his hearing on October 18th.
Pennsylvania Statute of Limitations: Civil and Personal Injury Cases
A “statute of limitations” is when a time restraint period is placed on a person who wishes to file a civil lawsuit. If this period runs out, the person who has suffered injury may not be able to receive compensation, monetary or otherwise. Pennsylvania has specific laws governing statutues of limitations and other statutues, and is it always smart to be familiar with these laws if you are thinking of pursuing a case. Meeting with an experienced attorney is another smart move if you do not know exactly how a statutue of limitations would work with your particular case.
Cases of Traumatic Brain Injury
Traumatic Brain Injuries, or TBI, can have devastating results on those they affect, but many people who receive such injuries do not even know that they have been injured. The most important thing to do if you think you may have have sustained a brain injury is to visit a qualified doctor and discuss any symptoms you might be feeling. People who have experienced traumatic brain injuries may be subject to severe physical, mental, or psychological aftereffects, and someone who has felt symptoms similar to those present in a brain injury should contact a health professional as soon as possible.
California Police Officer Convicted in “Accidental” Train Station Killing
A former California police officer, Johannes Mehserle, is being tried for fatally killing an unarmed civilian who was refusing arrest. 22-year-old Oscar Grant was killed from the shot to his back, but Mehserle claims that he had no intention of hurting the man and was trying to reach for a Taser instead of a gun. When the officer was charged with involuntary manslaughter instead of second-degree murder, riots broke out all over Oakland, and people currently await Mehserle’s next hearing on August 6th.