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Family Files Lawsuit Against Con Edison After Woman Dies from Manhole Fall

The family of a woman who tragically died after falling into an uncovered manhole in Midtown Manhattan has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Consolidated Edison (Con Edison). Reports indicate that the woman, a grandmother, suffered fatal injuries after plunging into the scalding manhole. Eyewitness accounts reveal that she spent her final moments calling for help as her partner attempted to save her. Multiple lawsuits have emerged against the New York City utility, highlighting calls for accountability in the management of public safety. The incident has reignited discussions on the maintenance and oversight of manhole covers to prevent similar tragedies in the future.
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