Gabby Petito case: Laundrie family attorney files motion to dismiss lawsuit from victim's parents

Laundrie family attorney Steven Bertolino has filed a motion asking a Florida judge to dismiss a civil lawsuit from the parents of Gabby Petito, arguing that there are no facts to support their claims of "intentional infliction of emotional distress." Rather, he argued that Chris and Roberta Laundrie were exercising their right to remain silent.

Gabby Petito's family files lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, claims they knew Brian murdered Gabby

Gabby Petito's family has filed a civil lawsuit against Brian Laundrie's parents, accusing them of knowing that Brian had murdered their daughter and attempting to help him flee the country. The lawsuit seeks over $100,000 in damages for causing the Petitos pain and suffering along with mental anguish.

Brian Laundrie’s full autopsy, forensic reports released by medical examiner

Brian Laundrie’s full autopsy and forensic reports were released by the medical examiner, revealing new details about the circumstances around his death.

Brian Laundrie protests inspire Florida bill that would make demonstrations outside homes illegal

Protesters picketed for weeks outside the North Port home belonging to Brian Laundrie's parents, even after his remains were found in the Myakkahatchee Creek Environmental Park. A new bill in the Florida Legislature aims to make such protests outside of homes illegal.

Gabby Petito's family back in Florida 4 months later; parents reach agreement regarding couple's property

Gabby Petito's family returned to the Tampa Bay area on Thursday, roughly four months after their daughter was found strangled to death in Wyoming. The Laundrie family's attorney says they have reached an agreement with the Petitos about how the couple's property will be split once it's released by law enforcement.

Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie: Moab authorities release report on Aug. 12 domestic incident

An outside investigation into the Aug. 12 domestic violence incident between Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie in Moab, Utah, found "unintentional mistakes" – and issued a number of recommendations on how the department should move forward.

Brian Laundrie's parents file petition in Florida to access his estate

Brian Laundrie did not have a will when he died by suicide. A petition for summary administration is necessary when assets are less than $75,000, legal experts say.

Gabby Petito’s family attorney hints at charges against ‘additional individuals’

Gabby Petito’s family attorney floated the notion that "additional individuals" could face charges in connection with her strangling in Wyoming more than two months ago.

Brian Laundrie died by self-inflicted gunshot, family attorney says

One month after Brian Laundrie's remains were found at a Florida preserve, his parents have learned his cause of death was a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, according to the family's attorney.

Brian Laundrie's family surrendered guns to law enforcement on Sept. 17 -- but one was missing

When Brian Laundrie’s parents reported him missing in mid-September following the strangulation of his fiancée Gabby Petito, they turned over all of the firearms in their home to the FBI – but one was apparently missing.

Brian Laundrie died by suicide, family attorney says
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One month after Brian Laundrie's remains were found at a Florida preserve, his parents have learned his cause of death was a self-inflicted gunshot wound to the head, according to the family's attorney.

Gabby Petito tribute bench placed North Port park will serve as permanent memorial

A bench covered in colorful steel butterflies sits in the shade of trees in a North Port park, just steps away from where a makeshift memorial once stood. In the center, a plaque reads, "In Memory of Gabby Petito."

Moab murders not connected to missing Gabby Petito case, Utah sheriff now says

Utah investigators have determined that there is no connection between the horrific double murder of a newlywed couple found dead just outside Moab and the missing person case of Gabby Petito, who passed through the city with the fiancé who drove back to Florida without her.

Amid Gabby Petito, Brian Laundrie search, 6 additional bodies discovered

In addition to the remains of Gabby Petito and Brian Laundrie being discovered, an additional six bodies were found across the country amid a search that made national headlines.

Gabby Petito memorial removed outside Laundrie family's home

A memorial to Gabby Petito outside Brian Laundrie's family home in North Port has been removed by the city. Officials took it down Wednesday night, saying the memorial violated the city's sign and stormwater codes.

Brian Laundrie remains: When to expect autopsy results from forensic anthropologist

The Laundrie family's attorney says a forensic anthropologist analyzing Brian Laundrie's remains will likely have some answers regarding his manner, cause and time of death within a matter of weeks.

North Port police admit mistake in surveilling Brian Laundrie before his disappearance

According to a North Port police spokesman, detectives had set up cameras around the Laundries' home in North Port to monitor Brian's movement after Gabby's family reported her missing.

Notebook found near Brian Laundrie's remains 'may be salvageable,' North Port police say

Brian Laundrie's notebook and backpack were discovered near his remains, and though the area had previously been underwater, investigators say the notebook could provide answers about Laundrie's final days.