Summary

A $9 million settlement is being offered to 427 former residents of Louisiana nursing homes who were evacuated to an overcrowded, unsanitary warehouse during Hurricane Ida in 2021.

The warehouse conditions led to seven deaths, five storm-related.

Nursing home owner Bob Dean Jr. faced criminal charges, losing his licenses and paying over $1 million in penalties. Dean also agreed to pay $8.2 million to settle federal misuse of funds allegations.

Critics argue the settlement falls short of justice for victims who endured horrific conditions. A hearing for contested claims is set for January.

    • teft
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      64 days ago

      Thats restitution money to the government. Not money to the victims. The article says a civil suit is currently underway.

      • themeatbridge
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        34 days ago

        No, he’s on the hook for the fines around $8.5 million, but he’s also offering a settlement for the civil suit for $9 million, which is far too low.

    • @Warl0k3
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      74 days ago

      Seven people died, and this is all that happens??

      • @Benjaben
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        4 days ago

        Huh. Feels…due for* Adjustment.