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Publication: WAVE 3 News
Title: Attorney Speaks Out After Woman’s Death Involving Metro Garbage Truck
Description: WAVE 3 News reports on the death of Tyrah Adams and the investigation into the incident involving a Louisville Metro garbage truck. Stephanie Rivas, attorney for Adams’ family, discusses the family’s concerns and the firm’s independent investigation.
Date: February 17, 2026
Publication: WHAS 11
Title: New Video Sheds Light on Tyrah Adams Case
Description: WHAS11 Investigative Focus examines newly obtained video surrounding the death of Tyrah Adams after she was picked up by a Louisville Metro garbage truck. The report includes newly revealed footage and details surrounding the incident.
Date: August 2026
Link: Watch the WHAS11 coverage
Publication: Louisville Public Media (LPM)
Title: Family Demands Answers After Louisville Woman Killed During Alley Cleanup
Description: Louisville Public Media spoke with Stephanie Rivas, who represented Tyrah Adams’ family and estate, about the circumstances surrounding Adams’ death and the family’s search for answers and accountability. The report also discusses the firm’s independent investigation into the incident.
Date: February 18, 2026
Link: Read the LPM coverage
Publication: WAVE 3 News
Title: Family of Woman Killed by Metro Garbage Truck Plans Lawsuit
Description: WAVE 3 News reports on the Adams family’s plans to pursue a lawsuit against Louisville Metro Government following Tyrah Adams’ death. The report includes comments from Stephanie Rivas, the family’s attorney, regarding the investigation, evidence, and the family’s pursuit of accountability.
Date: April 9, 2026
Publication: WHAS 11
Title: Woman Who Died After 'Contact' With Louisville Garbage Truck Identified
Description: WHAS11 reports on the death of Tyrah Adams following an incident involving a Louisville Metro garbage truck. The report includes a statement from Stephanie Rivas identifying Adams and discussing the family’s concerns surrounding the incident.
Date: February 16, 2026
Link: Read the WHAS11 coverage
Publication: WKYT
Title: Family Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit in Tyrah Adams Case
Description: WKYT reports on the filing of the wrongful-death lawsuit against Louisville Metro Government, Louisville Metro Public Works, and the employees involved in the incident. The report features comments from Stephanie Rivas regarding accountability, transparency, and the preservation of evidence.
Date: May 21, 2026
Link: Watch the WKYT coverage
Publication: WAVE 3 News
Title: Family Identifies Woman Killed After Incident With Metro Garbage Truck
Description: WAVE 3 News reports on the death of Tyrah Adams following an incident involving a Louisville Metro garbage truck, including comments from Stephanie Rivas, attorney for Adams’ family.
Date: February 13, 2026
Publication: WHAS 11
Title: 'She had a family who loved her': Family Talks About Woman Killed After Incident With Garbage Truck
Description: WHAS11 reports on the death of Tyrah Adams and the family’s efforts to understand what happened, including comments from Stephanie Rivas, attorney for Adams’ family.
Date: February 18, 2026
Link: Read the WHAS11 coverage
Publication: WDRB
Title: Family of Woman Killed by Louisville Garbage Truck Files Wrongful Death Lawsuit
Description: WDRB reports on the filing of the wrongful-death lawsuit against Louisville Metro Government following Tyrah Adams’ death, including comments from Stephanie Rivas regarding the family’s pursuit of answers and accountability.
Date: May 21, 2026
Link: Read the WDRB coverage
Publication: WDRB
Title: Family Seeks Answers After Woman Dies During Routine Garbage Cleanup in Louisville
Description: WDRB reports on the death of Tyrah Adams during a Louisville alley cleanup, including comments from Stephanie Rivas, attorney for Adams’ family, as the family sought answers and justice.
Date: February 18, 2026
Link: Read the WDRB coverage
Publication: WHAS 11
Title: Family of Woman Who Died After Being Picked up by Garbage Truck Claw Files Lawsuit
Description: WHAS11 reports on the filing of the wrongful-death lawsuit following Tyrah Adams’ death, including allegations that Louisville Metro was negligent in the hiring and training of employees involved in the incident.
Date: May 22, 2026
Link: Read the WHAS11 coverage
Publication: WAVE 3 News
Title: ‘Inhumane’: Sister of Woman Picked up by Garbage Truck Speaks Out
Description: WAVE 3 News speaks with Tyrah Adams’ family and Stephanie Rivas about the circumstances surrounding Adams’ death and the family’s search for answers.
Date: February 18, 2026
national news coverage
Publication: New York Post
Title: Sleeping Homeless Kentucky Woman Crushed By Garbage Truck Claw — and Her Family Demands Answers
Description: The New York Post reports on the death of Tyrah Adams and the family's demand for answers and accountability. The article features comments from Stephanie Rivas, the Adams family's attorney, regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident and the family's plans to pursue legal action.
Date: April 11, 2026
Publication: PEOPLE
Title: Woman, 35, Dies in Freak Accident After She Was Picked Up and 'Squeezed' by Garbage Truck Claw
Description: PEOPLE reports on the death of Tyrah Adams and the family's pursuit of answers and accountability. The national publication features comments from Stephanie Rivas, the Adams family's attorney, regarding the circumstances surrounding the incident and the family's plans for legal action.
Date: April 12, 2026
Link: Read the PEOPLE coverage
Publication: Daily Mail
Title: Woman, 35, 'picked up by garbage truck claw then crushed to death', Family Say
Description: The Daily Mail reports on the death of Tyrah Adams following the Louisville Metro garbage truck incident and the family’s pursuit of answers and accountability.
Date: April 10, 2026
Publication: Law & Crime
Title: Garbage Workers Picked Up and 'Squeezed' Woman With Truck Claw, Then Dumped Her to Die and Laughed Instead of Calling For Help: Family
Description: Law & Crime reports on the Tyrah Adams wrongful-death lawsuit, featuring comments from Stephanie Rivas regarding the allegations surrounding the Louisville Metro garbage truck incident.
Date: August 13, 2026
Publication: Law & Crime
Title: 'Was turning colors': Woman Picked Up and 'Squeezed' by Garbage Truck Claw, Workers then Dumped Her 'Compressed' Body in Alley to Die, Lawsuit Says
Description: Law&Crime reports on the Tyrah Adams wrongful-death lawsuit, featuring comments from Stephanie Rivas regarding the allegations and circumstances surrounding Adams’ death.
Date: August 24, 2026
Publication: The Mirror
Title: Woman Picked up by Garbage Truck and Crushed to Death
Description: The Mirror reports on the death of Tyrah Adams and the family’s pursuit of answers, including comments from Stephanie Rivas, attorney for Adams’ family.
Date: April 11, 2026
Link: Read The Mirror coverage