While I’m sympathetic, I don’t think any of the people being sued (aside from Cruz) have genuine culpability. The system is tilted against parents and friends doing anything significant to manage a mentally ill youth. There is no backstop, aside from prison. (possibly Cruz’s foster family has homeowners insurance, but that’s a shallow well. )
Seems like more of a symbolic lawsuit, than one that will gain any major financial reward. I really feel sorry for the family that took Cruz in after his mother died.
If you’re going to file a lawsuit, why not add the NRA, weapon manufacturer(s), ammunition supplier(s); the gun store(s) that sold him the guns, etc. etc. etc? Even throw in Ped Nugent for fun…
Not saying that would get anywhere, but the symbolism would be something…
Can we add Marion Hammer to that list?
Sure, Wayne LaPierre & Chuck Heston’s estate also, while we’re at it…