39 plaintiffs unite in sweeping Gabriel House fire lawsuit | Exclusive
Thirty-nine plaintiffs filed a consolidated civil lawsuit in Bristol County Superior Court over the July 13, 2025 Gabriel House fire, alleging negligence, fraudulent misrepresentation, civil conspiracy and other claims. Defendants include Gabriel Care Inc./LLC, owner Dennis Etzkorn, Fire Systems Inc. and parent Altus Fire & Life Safety, plus Tyco Fire Products and Johnson Controls. The suit alleges defective sprinkler heads, unsafe conditions, and inadequate staffing and insurance.

