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Where are you from? Upland, CA Comments: I'm walking away from Wal-Mart and Sam's. This is from an article posted today; The U.S. Supreme Court on Monday refused to hear her case, and let stand a ruling by the 8th Circuit Court of Appeals in St. Louis that Shank pay Wal-Mart $470,000 the retailer spent on her medical care. Jim Shank, Debbie's husband, contemplated the future of his family and fielded calls from the media on a stormy Tuesday in the St. Louis area. "She's 52 and she's going to live a life in a nursing home. I just got a call today from the head nurse, and (Debbie) hasn't eaten in a couple days and she's talking about wanting to die," Shank said. "It makes the visits hard." His wife remains severely brain damaged and disabled in a semi-private room of a nursing home that her family is unsure it will be able to afford after Wal-Mart is paid. The settlement money, plus almost $52,000, is now owed to Wal-Mart. Shank's frustration over mounting medical bills and uncertainty over the future care of his family were directed at the retail giant where Debbie worked nights stocking shelves. "Be a human being; don't be a corporation," Shank said, "for the sake of one lady who is going to be miserable for the rest of her life. Take your victory. Let us pay some bills and get some quality of life." The case received national media attention, not only because of the severity of Debbie Shank's injuries, but because of the insurance clause that made it possible for her former employer to collect on her lawsuit settlement with the trucking company responsible for her injuries. The subrogation clause, common to employee health care contracts, including the one Shank signed with Wal-Mart, says that if the injured party collects damages from an accident on which the company has paid medical expenses, the company has first dibs on it. Wal-Mart has not wavered from its statement on record about the case, maintaining that money recovered is returned to the health plan, not to the business. It makes no difference if the money is returned to the health plan or not its still Wal-Mart. I'd rather pay extra at Kmart or Target and Costco has more than Sams anyway. BOYCOTT WAL-MART! IT'S THE RIGHT THING TO DO FOR THIS FAMILY.
Where are you from? Ft, Worth, TX Comments: I'm responding to the walmart story. I'm outraged that they would sue this poor woman and I have made the decision to boycott them. I loved walmart and shopped their often. I must admit and am ashamed to, but I'd heard about the unfair treatment with employees but this is damaging to the company. This family has been to hell and what little money is left, walmart wants to take it. They are scum to me. I plan on spreading the word and thank you for bringing attention to it.
Where are you from? Hickory, North Carolina Comments: I will keep you in my prays Megan. I'm sorry this had to happen to you . Just keep your head up , and stay strong family. Love ya ! Tiffany
Where are you from? New Jersey Comments: Im so sorry. I will pray for you and your family. The sad part is that I have never even heard of your story till I watched Montel today. And I think thats sad. People need to be more aware of just how evil people can be. Jail time is not justifiable. The public should take care of those animals. An eye for an eye. Stay brave, stay strong, and what ever help peolpe offer you, except it. Take care. God bless you and the rest of us that have to walk around this world with such disgusting people.
Where are you from? Jersey City, NJ Comments: I am so sorry for what you had to endure. It just brought tears to my eyes. If I ever seen a survivor girl you are one. I hope they never get the chance to see the outside ever again. May you continue to be a spokes person for all women who may have endured something so hideous as this. You are truly blessed. Thank You for sharing your story.
Where are you from? alabama Comments: I am so sorry that you had to go through this...Everyday I pray that God gives you the strengh to endure and overcome this and believe me you will come out to be a stronger women in the end. God sees and he hears all things.... And he is always there!!!! lOVE YOU AND GOD BLESS YOU AND YOUR MOTHER!!!1
Where are you from? WV Comments: I am so sorry that this has happend to you. I hope these people never see the light of day. God love you, your an amazing woman. My prayers are with you! |
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