FIEDLER Trial Lawyers Press Statement:
We brought this case on behalf of Ms. Marquita Mays as a way to seek justice for the tragic death of her son. What happened to her son just over two years ago should have never occurred and was preventable. Every day, Ms. Mays grieves the loss of her son due to the wrongful actions of the organization and the person she trusted to protect her son. This case is also critical to bring awareness to others about the potential dangers children might face at these youth sports program events and to hold the organization and its members accountable for protecting our children. Appropriate supervision, training, and policies need to be in place to prevent tragic, preventable events such as what happened to Ms. Mays’ son.
Tragic incidents like the drowning of a teenager on a school trip highlight how sudden and preventable accidents can lead to devastating loss. Similarly, victims who experience life-altering events such as Being Hit by a Drunk Driver often face long legal battles and emotional trauma while seeking justice and fair compensation for their suffering.
While this tragic drowning case highlights the importance of accountability in youth supervision, other areas of public safety are also seeing legislative changes. The New Hands-Free Driving Law in Colorado, for instance, was enacted to reduce distracted driving incidents and protect lives—especially among younger drivers who are statistically more prone to phone-related distractions.
Links:
Mom files lawsuit after Denver teen son drowns on football trip (kdvr.com)