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Wrongful Death
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Case Details
Landmark settlement with the Ventnor Police Department on behalf of the family of Kelly Ann McDowell, who died by suicide using an unsecured service weapon of a police sergeant. The lawsuit alleged gross negligence by the sergeant and failure of the police department to ensure compliance with gun safety regulations.
Additional Notes
The trial court found the officer had a duty to protect Kelly even when off-duty. Attorneys Oliver Barry and Erika Lezama were part of the legal team.