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Judge Approves $106m Settlement Over Deadly 2019 Hard Rock Hotel Collapse

Settlement ends years-long legal battle over collapse of 18-story hotel that was under construction in New Orleans

Judge Approves $106m Settlement Over Deadly 2019 Hard Rock Hotel Collapse

TL;DR

  • A $106 million settlement was approved by a judge for the 2019 Hard Rock Hotel collapse in New Orleans.
  • The collapse of the 18-story hotel under construction killed three people and damaged nearby property.
  • The legal battle involved 490 plaintiffs, including injured workers and affected businesses, against 21 defendants.
  • The case had been pending for over six years.
  • The settlement funds will be distributed by a special master.

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