Rhode Island Treasurer Sues Boeing Over Alleged Safety Lapses

Rhode Island’s general treasurer filed a class action lawsuit against The Boeing Company on Tuesday, alleging it betrayed the trust of the state’s pensioners. 

The suit names President and CEO David Calhoun, former President and CEO Dennis Muilenburg and Chief Financial Officer Brian West as co-defendants.

“The disregard for safety displayed in these series of events involving Boeing aircrafts are deeply concerning,” General Treasurer James A. Diossa said in a statement. “We believe that this case has the potential to effect changes in Boeing’s practices to protect passengers and ensure their safety in the future.”

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