A year after accident, monster truck lawsuits pending Aug 9, 2008
Count 3: Loss of consortium, against Busca ... Count 6: Loss of consortium against DeKalb County Auto Parts and Genuine Auto Parts Co. ... Negligence, wanton and willful conduct and loss of consortium were alleged individually against Busca, DeKalb County Auto Parts Inc., Genuine Auto Parts Co. and NAPA. An unspecified amount no less than 50,000 for each count has been requested. (DeKalb Daily Chronicle, IL)
Police captain planning to sue first selectman Aug 5, 2008
In his notice of intent, Brignole charges Shingleton's actions were undertaken "without due process, in violation of the town charter, state statues and certainly without just cause." "As a result of this attempt to terminate Roy Nelson ... Mr. Nelson sustained injuries which include but are not limited to emotional pain and suffering, loss of consortium with his wife, humiliation and impunity to his reputation and stature in the community." Beyond that, Brignole said in addition to trying to... (Middletown Press, CT)
Industrial lawsuits filed in District court Jul 13, 2008
Some of the family members are included in the lawsuit seeking damages for their mental pain and suffering or loss of consortium. OSHA fined Formosa 148,000. (Port Lavaca Wave, TX)
Duke, patients settle hydraulic fluid claims Jun 19, 2008
Thursday, June 19, 2008. Published: Jun 19, 2008 12:30 AM Modified: Jun 19, 2008 02:23 AM. (News & Observer)
Accident victim sues H.E.A.T. Feb 14, 2008
ALBANY A man injured in a April 3 crash that killed his son has filed suit against two Dougherty County H.E.A.T. officers he says are responsible for his injuries and his wife s loss of consortium. Dougherty County officers Jeremiah Fenn and Oscar Gilliam had been en route to Savannah on U.S. 16 to participate in an Operation Rolling Thunder exercise when Fenn was involved in the crash, according to previous reports. (Albany Herald)
Jury awards $3 million in malpractice case Nov 24, 2007
The other $1 million went to her husband, who was her high school sweetheart, for loss of consortium. "It's a tough injury for him, as well," Mr. Del Sole said. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Hayes files lawsuit Oct 31, 2007
The city, Magers and JCPenney face a loss of consortium claim filed by Hayes' husband, Casey Hayes. Hayes seeks damages from Magers and JCPenney for medical expenses, loss of income, pain and suffering, legal fees and other punitive damages on each count. (The Examiner)
Dispatchers cleared in death Oct 13, 2007
He said that, based upon the results of further investigation into the matter, a formal claim will be submitted against the city for unspecified damages related to Carvalho's wrongful death, the pain and suffering she endured up to the time of her death, loss of consortium suffered by her husband, and funeral and burial expenses. The Pawtucket Times 2007. (Pawtucket Times, RI)
Red Sox' Kielty likely to play Game 1 Oct 11, 2007
Red Sox Patriots Celtics Bruins Revolution Colleges High school Others NESN Dirt Dogs Calendar Shop. Kielty is expecting to see Sabathia. (Boston Globe)
Federal lawsuit filed against former mayor Sep 29, 2007
In the complaint Locke claims, because of Taylor, she has suffered extreme humiliation, embarrassment, and mental anguish, pain and suffering, inconvenience, loss of consortium, lost capacity to enjoy life, loss of business and profits, loss of reputation, good standing in the community and other tangible and intangible damage. Locke is requesting a jury trial. (Gadsden County Times, FL)
What Is No-Fault Insurance Sep 27, 2007
It also does not pay for pain and suffering, loss of consortium and other injury-related issues. It does not take the place of uninsured or under-insured motorist coverage. (Suite101.com)
Brad Pitt's Suspicions Sep 26, 2007
"That's how I put food on my kids' table. If I had kids, that's definitely where I would put the food. Plus, my girlfriend won't have sex with me anymore because she says I've lost my sense of humor. I told her I didn't lose it, it was stolen. I looked it up, they have a legal word for it: It's called loss of consortium. That means no more hanky-panky, and it costs big time in lawsuit world.". For his supposed hanky-panky shortfall and hijacked humor injuries Uyger is seeking $65 million in... (Newsmax)
Stephen Colbert Gets Sued Sep 24, 2007
I looked it up, they have a legal word for it: Its called loss of consortium. That means no more hanky-panky, and it costs big time in lawsuit world. (Newsmax)
Judge Rejects Fee Totaling Two-Thirds of Settlement Sep 14, 2007
Mr. Damiano, the father of young twin girls, contended that he suffered "shame, embarrassment, humiliation, distress, damage to his reputation, loss of consortium" and loss of income for being branded as one of Zayas' accomplices, according to his brief. Mr. Damiano said he was forced to stop coaching his girls' soccer team and that his wife could not go to the local market out of shame of having her husband implicated in the drug ring. (Law.com)
Friends, family grapple with tragic death of Judy Jones Aug 21, 2007
"We're looking at the only thing they can recover, and that's compensation for their mental anguish, their loss of consortium, Ms. Jones' physical pain and mental anguish prior to her death and compensatory damages based on her ability to earn money with her business, which was an antique shop," Gustafson said. Bob Jones agonizes as to why Henao was no-billed and didn't even receive so much as a ticket. (Rosenberg Herald-Coaster, TX)
U.K. Vioxx Users Denied Recourse to New Jersey's Plaintiff-Friendly Forum Aug 1, 2007
According to a plaintiff's expert, the United Kingdom has no analog to the fraud act, no recognition of claims for loss of consortium and perhaps no basis for breach of express warranty claims. The plaintiffs also argued that the English system, in which losing litigants pay the winners' legal costs, would deter plaintiffs from vindicating claims. (Law.com)
US ordered to pay $101.7m in false murder convictions Jul 27, 2007
05 million each to Salvati's wife, Marie; Limone's wife, Olympia; and the estate of Tameleo's late wife, Giovannina "Jeannete," for loss of consortium and intentional infliction of emotional distress; and $50,000 to Greco's former wife, Roberta Werner, for intentional infliction of emotional distress. The nine children of Limone, Salvati, and Greco, and the estate of Greco's son, Louis Jr., who died in 1997, were each awarded $250,000 for loss of consortium and intentional infliction of... (Boston Globe)
Archbishop Set for Court Battle Jul 23, 2007
" As a direct result of the Defendant's illicit association and adulterous association with the Plaintiff's wife, the Plaintiff has lost the love, comfort and society that he previously enjoyed with his wife."Plaintiff has been seriously humiliated, his dignity has been impaired, his religious inclinations and faith shaken and he has suffered loss of consortium as he has had serious problems with his wife since January 2006," reads part of the summons issued by Mr Sibanda.Archbishop Ncube had... (allAfrica.com)
Judge Rules In Favor Of Ex-Smoker's Son Against Philip Morris Jul 10, 2007
At the time, Judy Boeken sued separately for loss of consortium. She later dropped her suit. (NBC4.tv, CA)
City faces lawsuits over sidewalk injuries Jun 18, 2007
Another case, filed June 12 by a visiting Tennessee couple, claims the wife was injured in a November fall on a sidewalk at 365 Broad St. in such a way that she's no longer physically able to have sex with her husband - what lawyers call "loss of consortium." According to the lawsuit, she has a "fractured pubis and severe exacerbation of osteoarthritis in the sacral spine area." The answer date for that lawsuit is July 3. Patrons at a downtown restaurant Friday said the single most important... (New Britain Herald, CT)
Couple awarded $170G in suit against drunken driver Jun 16, 2007
The jury awarded Mr. Orzel $4,000 for past noneconomic damages and $1,000 for loss of consortium with his wife. Mrs. Orzel was awarded $135,000 for future medical expenses and past and future noneconomic damages. (Scranton Times, PA)
Boone couple sues CAMC in rape case Jun 15, 2007
In addition, the victims husband, referred to as John Doe, has suffered from loss of consortium with his wife in the attacks aftermath, the suit states. CAMC failed to take the necessary steps to prevent potential criminal attacks, the suit contends. (Charleston Gazette, WV -- News)
Man Hit by Golf Ball Loses Suit May 13, 2007
" The remaining queries had to do with loss of consortium suffered by Linda Cottam. She could recover only if her husband recovered damages. Within minutes after receiving the verdict sheet, jurors sent out their note asking to know whether, if they answered "yes" to the question of whether Cottam was guilty of contributory negligence, that would end deliberation. The answer to that was clearly "yes," defense lawyers said. Cottam's attorneys suggested Long just reaffirm instructions already on... (The Pilot Newspaper)
Inmate files lawsuit after being assaulted in jail May 3, 2007
Boggs wife, Sherry, is also suing the county, claiming that she has been damaged by the loss of consortium (the legal right of one spouse to the company, affection and sexual relations with the other) due to the alleged attack. The lawsuit states that Cook has refused to pay Boggs medical expense as required by law, resulting in the loss of consortium. (Camden Chronicle, TN)
Don't spend the money on fixing the intersection, spend it changing the sound of the horn. Europes' trains have a different sound to them, use that instead. They don't have as many train accidents. More... Apr 15, 2007
" And maybe that theory, unlike the others, is enough to create a factual dispute that might survive a "motion for summary judgment," which then gives the personal injury lawyer the opportunity to tell his tale of woe to a jury. And, once in front of a jury, baby, hold on to your wallet because it's lottery time! If the case gets to a jury, the jury will likely be so overcome by the tragedy, it will reach out to the first big pocket (e.g. the city) and award substantial compensation (loss of... (North County Times)
Viewpoint: Courts don't recognize pets' full value Apr 11, 2007
And can't you foresee some even suing for loss of consortium. These are dogs. (Pensacola News Journal)
Lawyers for Tobacco Plaintiff Want $37.5 Million Judgment OK'd Mar 16, 2007
5 million for loss of consortium. "We took the risk of trying the case not knowing what the appellate courts would do," said attorney Miles A. McGrane, Lukacs' son-in-law and the attorney for his estate. (Law.com)
Man Blames Paralysis On Uncooked Burrito Mar 1, 2007
" He is also suing for negligence and for selling a food product unfit for human use and consumption, a violation of a state statute. Mary Anderson is suing for loss of consortium, saying that her husband's injuries have deprived her of companionship and assistance, among other things. They are asking for a trial by jury. In the statement on behalf of Moe's, the company said it has "been denied the opportunity to investigate" the allegation because Anderson's lawyer has refused to provide... (Tampa Bay Online, FL -- News)
Injured city officer gets $1.3 million Feb 20, 2007
The jury awarded $100,000 in compensation to Horst s wife, Joann, for loss of consortium. A breakdown of the compensation award to Horst is as follows. (The Citizen's Voice, PA)
More of this story Jan 31, 2007
The attorney s letter states that Larkin s funeral and burial expenses totaled 18,706 and that Larkin s husband and children suffered the loss of consortium, care, comfort, society and companionship of his wife. (and) companionship and guidance of their mother. (Brockton Enterprise, MA)
Judge dismisses part of civil suit against county’s ex-HR director Jan 15, 2007
The suit alleged the undue dismissal caused Harmon to suffer damages resulting from loss of consortium, which is defined by Merriam-Webster Dictionary as the legal right of one spouse to the company, affection and assistance of and to sexual relations with the other. The judge dismissed the allegation because it must be brought against the employer and not against employees or other persons. (Columbia Daily Herald, TN)
Civil trial begins for men framed in mob killing Nov 17, 2006
The lawsuit accuses the government of malicious prosecution, intentional infliction of emotional distress, negligent supervision of FBI agents, conspiracy, and loss of consortium by the men and their families. Deegan was gunned down in a Chelsea alley in March 1965, but local police were unable to solve the slaying until the FBI struck a deal with Barboza. (Boston Globe)
Oral Agreement Could Supersede Ski Resort's Release Form Nov 17, 2006
The resulting lawsuit was for injuries suffered by Chepkevich and a loss of consortium claim from her husband. In the suit, Chepkevich alleged that there was an agreement made between the lift operator and herself that the operator would stop the lift twice, not once, according to the opinion. (Law.com)
Microsoft: 2 game-changing deals Nov 11, 2006
As of September 30, 2006, Merck had been hit with 23,800 suits on behalf of 41,750 "plaintiff groups." (A plaintiff group might include the spouse or dependents of a victim, who might be alleging "loss of consortium" or other damages related to the loss of a loved one or breadwinner. In addition, the company now faces 275 class actions, either for personal injury or economic damages (including consumer fraud suits, seeking reimbursement for patients' costs of buying a drug that was allegedly... (CNN -- Money / Technology)
Supreme Court begins new term Oct 3, 2006
The Philadelphia Daily News and The Legal Intelligencer, a daily newspaper covering legal affairs in Philadelphia, were among the news organizations that reported on the lawsuit and interpreted loss of consortium to mean harm to the Tuckers' sex life. Tucker said the claim had nothing to do with sex, but with "advice, society, companionship, i.e., defendants' effect upon the 'family union.'". (Orlando Sentinel)
Court Reverses Malpractice Award Sep 21, 2006
The jury returned a verdict against Goldsmith and Stamford Medical Group of $6 million in damages and $4 million for loss of consortium; the judge added $6 million in interest because the defendants had rejected a settlement offer by Vita Carlson's lawyers of $1 million. The Supreme Court ruled that the apportionment request was timely, especially in light of the fact that Vita Carlson's lawyers had taken depositions of three of the four experts the defendants planned to call, and knew what they... (FOX61, CT)
Dr. ordered to pay $895,000 for late cancer diagnosis Aug 22, 2006
Ms. Storm's husband, Christopher, was awarded $125,000 for loss of consortium. The award was the third-largest in Blair County's civil court in the past two years. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Asbestos Case Nets $10.3 Million Verdict Aug 10, 2006
They found Darlene Barnes' loss of consortium worth another $100,000. There were no punitive damages; Kaiser said the plaintiff did not argue negligence. (Law.com)
UPDATE: Appeals court reaffirms ruling woman wrongly convicted Jul 24, 2006
Goldyn will be seeking damages for her years of incarceration and her children will be seeking damages for loss of consortium, he said. "How much is 12 years of one's life worth? A lot," Lichtenstein said. (Las Vegas Review-Journal -- Nevada News)
Court affirms decisions Jul 21, 2006
The judges upheld Pepple s ruling that Anthony Armaly s did not suffer loss of consortium and granted summary judgment to the city. Armaly, who has worked as a dispatcher since 1986, filed a civil lawsuit Jan. 12, 2004, against the city of Wapakoneta, Mayor Don Wittwer, Safety-Service Director Rex Katterheinrich and Harrison claiming she was a victim of sexual harassment, sexual discrimination, intentional and negligent supervision and her husband suffered loss of consortium. (Wapakoneta Daily News, OH)
Suit filed on behalf of Pa. girl, 8, who lost hand in bus crash Jul 21, 2006
The suit, filed in Philadelphia Common Pleas Court, alleges negligence, infliction of emotional distress and loss of consortium. It seeks compensatory and punitive damages. (NEPA News, PA)
Lesbian couple sues over malpractice Jul 19, 2006
Married couples in personal injury cases commonly sue over damage to their love lives, or what is known as loss of consortium ... Joshua Koskoff, an attorney for the lesbian couple, said that Connecticuts civil union law which passed last year and gives gay couples many of the same rights as heterosexual ones entitles gay partners to sue for loss of consortium ... Without a doubt any couple who is joined in a civil union has exactly the same rights under our law as a married couple,... (MSNBC -- Health)
Lesbians Sue, Say Cancer Treatments Damaged Sexual Relations Jul 19, 2006
Connecticut's civil union law, passed last year, allowed Stacey also to sue for the harm to her relationship, known as a loss of consortium claim, Koskoff said. Before the law gave gay couples the same legal rights as heterosexual married couples in , only a married partner could seek that compensation. (FOX29.com, PA)
Conn. same sex couple alleges malpractice Jul 19, 2006
Connecticut's civil union law, passed last year, allowed Stacey also to sue for the harm to her relationship, known as a loss of consortium claim, Koskoff said ... "Without a doubt any couple who is joined in a civil union has exactly the same rights under our law as a married couple, including the right to maintain action in the courts for loss of consortium.". (Newsday -- New York City)
Widow claims multiple failures by rescue workers in fatal accident Jul 9, 2006
2 million in damages for loss of consortium, wrongful death, survival of right of action and negligent infliction of emotional distress. In her lawsuit, Stroman and her attorney allege that when the Orangeburg County Fire District aka the Orangeburg County Fire Service, the Cow Castle Volunteer Fire Department and the Santee Fire Service District arrived on the scene, they chose the option of mechanically and forcefully removing the roof, hatchback door and back passenger sliding door of the... (Orangeburg Times and Democrat, SC)
Appellate court sides with speedway in post-race bridge collapse Jul 6, 2006
One of the lawsuits was jointly filed by a spouse who wasn't injured in the collapse, but claimed loss of consortium as a result of the accident. "We are obviously disappointed with the decision," said lawyer Kevin Cartledge. (Herald Sun)
Another women sues Jerseyville doctor Jun 20, 2006
She is suing for damages for pain and suffering, mental anguish, humiliation, embarrassment, psychological disorders, loss of normal life, loss of consortium with her hospital and treatment costs. The suit claims the hospital was negligent for allegedly allowing Schroeder to examine and treat female patients without a nurse present. (Alton Telegraph, IL)
Exclusive: Diana Lynne on importance of picking mate with same values Mar 29, 2006
After attorneys' fees and other expenses were paid, Schiavo netted approximately $350,000 for himself for loss of consortium and some $776,000 was put in a trust fund to pay for Terri's medical care for the rest of her life. Six months after pocketing the money, Michael Schiavo attempted to kill Terri by ordering her doctor to not treat a urinary tract infection. (WorldNetDaily)
Jury: Flying Shrimp Didn't Kill Diner Feb 10, 2006
The complaint contained causes of action for wrongful death, conscious pain and suffering, and loss of consortium, a claim brought on behalf of Mr. Colaitis' surviving wife, Jacqueline. In his summation, plaintiffs counsel Andre L. Ferenzo of Roslyn asked the jury for $16 million in damages. (Law.com)
