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Spokane Schools Settle Lawsuit After Transgender Student Assault

10/30/2025

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Spokane School District settled a lawsuit with Ian Ring's family for $60,000 after Ian Ring, a transgender student, was attacked by a classmate in 2021.
The incident was captured on video, showing the assault on Ian Ring while peers recorded the event.
A judge approved the settlement on October 24, awarding Ian $36,000, with his parents receiving $2,000 each and $20,000 for attorney fees.

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Story summary

Spokane School District settled a lawsuit with Ian Ring's family for $60,000 after Ian Ring, a transgender student, was attacked by a classmate in 2021.
The incident was captured on video, showing the assault on Ian Ring while peers recorded the event.
A judge approved the settlement on October 24, awarding Ian $36,000, with his parents receiving $2,000 each and $20,000 for attorney fees.