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Wrongful Death Lawsuit File Against Philadelphia School and School District

Philly.com reports on a lawsuit that was filed following the death of a 12 year-old girl from an asthma attack. The lawsuit, filed by the girl’s estate, faults her West Philadelphia school for not having a nurse on duty and for not seeking emergency medical treatment for the girl despite her obvious distress.

The lawsuit was filed in U.S. District Court. Bryant Elementary School, the Philadelphia School District and several individuals are named as defendants ...

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