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New York City settles wrongful death lawsuit from trans woman’s family for $5.9 million

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nearly 90 minutes before calling for medical assistance.The Bronx District Attorney’s Office declined to press charges in Polanco’s death, further angering her family, who argued her death could have been prevented.According to The City, the settlement of $5.9 million is a record for the death of an inmate in custody.“This settlement will allow Layleen’s family to move forward without enduring years of protracted litigation and reliving their trauma,” David Shanies, the lawyer for Polanco’s family, said in a statement.“This being the largest settlement in the city’s history for a death in jail should serve as a powerful statement that trans lives matter.”Polanco’s sister, Melania Brown, said the settlement was not a substitute for holding.

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