Jury awards 90 million punitive damages in Charleston abuse case
A South Carolina jury awarded 90 million in punitive damages against Porter-Gaud School in a suit over a former student molested by teacher Eddie Fischer. The estates of two former officials face 250 thousand dollars due to immunity rules, while actual damages reached 15.5 million for Harold Glover. The case highlights alleged failures to act after reports of abuse.
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Charleston County
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Berkeley Grimball
Eddie Fischer
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Porter Gaud
Alexander
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Glover
Stegg Meyers
Guerry
Rivera Extradition Hearing Tangles Two States
Rivera faces extradition on charges of criminal sexual conduct and murder after a fugitive warrant from Aiken County. Judge H Scott Allen told Rivera the next step is a governor's extradition warrant within 30 days while officials discuss inter-state transport and simultaneous hearings.
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Rivera
Richmond County
Aiken County
Kidnapping case hinges on new trial bid
Miss Thompson seeks a new trial citing inconsistent jury findings while Harte questions the verdict as Hall faces possible deal terms. Assistant solicitor Weeks says no deal was offered to Hall. Paetz argues Hall held the gun. Judge Macaulay imposes seven year term, noting potential ranges from zero to 30.
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Officials weigh West Nile outbreak risk in North Carolina
Health officials at Sunset Beach discuss whether a fleod crew with West Nile Virus signals a broader threat. A dead crow tested positive near Jordan Lake State Park prompts concern that an outbreak could come next summer as the virus spreads along the eastern seaboard.
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North Carolina
Yoraan Lake State Park
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West Asia
United States
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New Jersey
West Nile virus detected near state border officials say
Dr Engber notes uncertainty about virus establishment in North Carolina while West Nile, a mosquito borne illness, can inflame the brain. Most infections are mild or asymptomatic with few days of fever and headache.
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North Carolina
Engber
Crime Stoppers appeals for broader support in Aiken area
Claudia Kopp Adams chairs the local Crime Stoppers group as she urges more community awareness and fundraising. Attendees included Sheriff Howard Sellers and officials from Public Safety who back expanding to high schools. The group highlights national successes and offers up to 1000 dollar rewards for tips while stressing anonymity.
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Claudia Kopp Adams
Aiken
Howard Sellers
Pete Frommer
Condon
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