Judge tosses suit by NY woman who died in blizzard

Staff reports Modified: September 7, 2013 at 9:46 am •  Published: September 7, 2013



Her boyfriend called 911, but the city's emergency response system was in disarray. Ambulances couldn't get through unplowed streets. People waited hours for help that normally comes quickly.

The family lost on a technicality. Manhattan Supreme Court Judge Margaret Chan said that under an obscure law, the city can't be held liable for delays in care unless a 911 call is made by the injured person or an immediate family member.

Thomas' sister, Simone Pascal, said she feels "betrayed" by the ruling.


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