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A Sacramento jury has awarded the surviving family members of Jennifer Lea Strange more than $16.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit related to her death in a radio station water-drinking contest approximately three years ago.

The jury voted unanimously against Entercom Sacramento LLC, claiming they were negligent in putting on this contest. However, the jury found that the parent company, Entercom Communications Corp. based in Philadelphia, was not guilty of any negligent actions.
The jury claimed that Entercom Sacramento LLC did not properly follow the rules and guidelines set by the parent company. Had they followed these guidelines, the contest either would never have been held, or at the very least, proper medical personnel would have been present to ensure the safety of participants.

The contest that led to Ms. Strange's death was called "Hold Your Wee for a Wii." The contest awarded a free Nintendo Wii to the person who could drink the most water without urinating or vomiting. Ms. Strange died of acute water intoxication as a result of participating in this contest. She is survived by her husband and three children.

If you have lost a loved one due to the negligent actions of another, the experienced wrongful death attorneys at The Cochran Firm can help you receive the compensation you deserve for your loss. It is important to act quickly because most states have statutes of limitations governing these claims.

Please contact The Cochran Firm today to schedule your free initial consultation. We serve clients nationwide.

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