Maine family sues sports equipment maker after tragic badminton accident
A young girl died when a badminton racquet broke and struck her during a family vacation. Her family is suing the sports equipment maker, claiming the racquet was defectively designed or manufactured. The case centers on whether the company is responsible for the equipment's failure.
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2 developments- Aug 18Family of girl killed by badminton racquet files wrongful death suit
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