Hard Rock Hotel Collapse Settlement Approved | Baton Rouge News

After years of legal battles, a judge has approved a $106 million settlement in the aftermath of the 2019 Hard Rock Hotel collapse in New Orleans — a tragedy that claimed three lives and devastated the neighborhood. The case, which began when the unfinished 18-story building partially collapsed, saw over 490 plaintiffs — including injured workers and affected businesses — sue 21 defendants. Though no criminal charges were filed, the civil lawsuit dragged on for six years. Now, with Judge Kern Reese’s final approval, victims are set to receive compensation through a designated special master, bringing closure to a long and painful chapter. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/04e9d78d9e4e00b2