Filed Date: Sept. 29, 2023
Case Ongoing
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(This summary is temporary, while we research the case.) On September 28, 2023, the plaintiff filed a complaint against the Washington Department of Correction, alleging that the defendant refused to provide medical care for plaintiff while incarcerated, thereby infringing on his constitutional rights. Pursuant to 42 USC § 1983, the plaintiff alleged that the defendant’s denial to provide medical care constituted a “gross negligence” that infringed on the plaintiff’s 8th amendment right against cruel and unusual punishment.
Summary Authors
Madilynn O'Hara (10/8/2023)
Peterson, Rosanna Malouf (Washington)
Jr, Warren E (Washington)
State / Territory: Washington
Case Type(s):
Healthcare Access and Reproductive Issues
Key Dates
Filing Date: Sept. 29, 2023
Case Ongoing: Yes
Plaintiffs
Plaintiff Description:
Plaintiff was incarcerated by the Washington Department of Corrections, where he alleges he was denied medical treatment that led to an infection, causing him substantial pain and suffering.
Plaintiff Type(s):
Public Interest Lawyer: No
Filed Pro Se: Yes
Class Action Sought: No
Class Action Outcome: Not sought
Defendants
Washington Department of Corrections, State
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Case Details
Causes of Action:
Constitutional Clause(s):
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Outcome
Prevailing Party: None Yet / None
Nature of Relief:
Source of Relief:
Issues
Medical/Mental Health Care: