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Doctor in Murder Case Gets 2 New Lawyers, June Trial Date
By: Associated Press
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COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) – The Ohio doctor charged with 25 counts of murder is now scheduled for trial next June and has two new lawyers, including one known for successfully defending high-profile clients such as Casey Anthony and Aaron Hernandez.
That lawyer, Florida-based Jose Baez, calls the charges against William Husel “somewhat baffling.” Baez wouldn’t comment on defense strategy after a hearing Wednesday where some court dates were reset.
The Columbus-area Mount Carmel Health System found Husel ordered excessive painkillers for dozens of hospital patients who died.
He pleaded not guilty . His previous attorney said the 43-year-old doctor was providing comfort care for dying patients, not trying to kill them.
He’s now represented by Baez and Columbus lawyer Diane Menashe.
Mount Carmel has reached settlements totaling $13.5 million in lawsuits related to Husel.