Category : Search result: gross negligence


Cop sacked for stealing underwear caught on own bodycam

A Hertfordshire Constabulary officer has been dismissed after his own body-worn video captured him stealing a pair of women's underwear from a property he was searching. The shocking breach of trust was described as 'appalling' by the force's Deputy Chief

Blind woman dies after being scalded by cup of tea in care home

A damning inquest reveals systemic failures at a UK care home after an 89-year-old blind resident, Jeanette Williams, suffered fatal burns from a negligently served cup of tea. The coroner issues a formal prevention of future deaths report.

Michigan sued over pesticide-linked cancer cluster

A landmark lawsuit in Michigan claims state officials ignored evidence linking pesticide contamination in a neighbourhood's water supply to a severe cancer cluster, leaving families to suffer the consequences.

Wetherspoons manager unfairly sacked over staff discount

A former Wetherspoons manager was dismissed for 'gross misconduct' after purchasing a discounted meal for a colleague. An employment tribunal has now ruled her sacking was unfair, exposing a severe disciplinary overreach by the pub chain.

Hospital settles over disabled newborn negligence

A Sydney hospital has reached a settlement after allegations of medical negligence left a newborn with severe, permanent disabilities. The case highlights ongoing concerns over maternity care standards.

Mother charged in toddler's neglect death

A Kentucky mother, Felicia Gross, faces manslaughter charges after her 2-year-old son, Jaden Spicer, died from severe neglect. Authorities found the child malnourished and covered in bruises.

Mum finds daughter in morgue after 22 years

A grieving mother finally finds closure after discovering her daughter's body in a hospital morgue, 22 years after she went missing. The emotional discovery raises serious questions about hospital procedures.

38 girls die in Guatemala shelter fire

A devastating fire at a government-run shelter in Guatemala has killed 38 girls, with officials suspecting negligence and poor conditions may have contributed to the tragedy. The incident has sparked national outrage and calls for accountability.

Toddler left in hot car at Utah DMV

A heartbreaking incident in Heber City, Utah, where a two-year-old boy was left unattended in a sweltering car while his mother visited the DMV. Authorities confirm the child was rescued but the mother now faces potential charges.

Botched boob job leaves woman permanently disfigured

A Belgian woman's quest for the perfect breast augmentation turned into a horror story after a botched surgery left her in excruciating pain and disfigured. Read the shocking details of her ordeal.

India court orders compensation for infant rabies death

India's Supreme Court has mandated compensation for a family whose infant died from rabies after being denied treatment by multiple hospitals. The ruling highlights systemic failures in emergency healthcare.

Woman's chin rots after dental negligence

A shocking case reveals how a routine dental visit turned into a nightmare when a woman's chin began rotting due to an undiagnosed infection. Read the full story.

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