Family of Texas woman who died while pregnant sues Paxton, doctors over denied abortion
Summary
The family of Tierra Walker, a Texas woman who died of preeclampsia while pregnant, filed a lawsuit against Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and doctors. They say she was denied an abortion despite serious health problems during her pregnancy in 2024.Key Facts
- Tierra Walker, 37, was four months pregnant when she developed preeclampsia.
- Preeclampsia is a dangerous pregnancy condition that can cause seizures, blood clots, and high blood pressure crises.
- Walker suffered seizures, blood clots, and a hypertensive crisis before her death.
- Doctors refused to perform an abortion after she asked multiple times.
- Walker died as a result of these health complications.
- Her family is suing Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton and the doctors involved.
- The lawsuit claims that denying the abortion led to Walker’s death.
- The case highlights tensions around abortion laws in Texas in 2024.
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