Lawyers sparred in a courtroom Friday over whether a Newport News teacher who was shot by her 6-year-old student should get only workers’ compensation for her serious injuries.
Abby Zwerner is suing the schools system for $40 million, alleging gross negligence against school administrators. But the School Board is trying to block the lawsuit, arguing that Zwerner’s injuries fall under workers’ compensation.
Zwerner attended Friday’s hearing before a judge, her left arm still supported by a sling and her left hand wrapped in a thick, cloth bandage.
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