Teacher Fired In 'Witch' Hunt Loses Case

A teacher who alleged that she was fired from her job because administrators thought she was a witch lost her $2 million lawsuit in U.S. District Court on Tuesday.

The jury deliberated for an hour before deciding that Lauren Berrios, 37, wasn't entitled to any money from the Hampton Bays school district, her ex-employer. The trial began March 7.

"I think the jury saw this for what it was -- a publicity stunt," said attorney Steven C. Stern, who represented the district. "We're glad the district can put this chapter behind them." Full Story

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