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Family of NYCHA worker plans $75 million suit against city

The family of NYCHA worker Leighton Brown, killed by a falling tree in September's nor'easter, is preparing a $75 million suit, alleging the city knew it was unstable.

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In this story: Leighton Brown, New York City Housing Authority

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