Just over 2 1/2 years ago, Jennifer Strange willingly entered a contest that was to be broadcast live on the radio. The contest simply involved Jennifer consuming large amounts of water, which ultimately would be the cause of her death. She left behind a family of three children and a husband who is suing the radio station for a seven figure amount. The question is, who is at fault?
Looking at the facts, the woman died from overconsumption of water. But, even though she didn't know it would kill her, she overconsumed willingly. From the radio station's perspective, the contest rules were created "on the spot" and the woman participated at her own risk. From the family's perspective, the radio station should've known this was harmful and potentially fatal. Does this isolated incident mean that radio shows like these are unethical? One could definitely make that argument. It's just a shame that it took for someone to lose their life to see that.
-J. Everett Scott
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That's so sad what happened to her. I think that both are at fault. The radio station should have researched more about if consuming that large amount of water can be dangerous. And she should have been more carful of what she was doing.
ReplyDeleteHonestly, I side with the radio station. No one forced her to drink the water... It's like the Koolaid.
ReplyDeleteI think it's the radio stations fault. They should be aware of any kind of risks involved in any sort of activity they have for the public to participate in, especially since people are so quick to sue. Yes, a person needs to be careful of what they do, but most people wouldn't think twice about participating in something like this. The family deserves the money that they most likely will receive from the station.
ReplyDeleteThis is a tricky situation. On one hand I cannot even think about losing a loved one in such a stupid way, he is obviously a emtional reck; and usually you need to blame someone who you are so overwhelmed with pain and sorrow. On the other hand the radio station should have planned better, and taken the right measures to ensure anyone participating in there contests saftey. Really, it will come down to what evidence both sides can deliver, this is something to keep your eye on, it should be an interesting outcome.
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