Archive for September 24, 2007

$225,000 Settlement Reached in Case of Woman Killed by Fire Truck

The city of Columbus, Ohio, has reached a tentative settlement worth $225,000 with the estate of a woman who was struck by a fire engine at a downtown crosswalk.

Lights Out for Smokers in Minnesota Bars and Restaurants

Starting next week, the smoking section at Minnesota bars and restaurants will be moved outside.

Colorado Cigarette Tax Leads to Statewide Decrease in Smoking

A cigarette tax increase has convinced many smokers in Colorado to kick the habit, landing the state among the top ten in the country for lowest prevalence of smokers.

Medical Malpractice Case against Doctor, Hospital Set to Resume

The parents of a 2-year-old boy born with severe brain damage are suing the Minnesota hospital where their son was delivered and one of its doctors this week for medical malpractice.