Did Karen silkwoods children file a wrongful death law suit against kerr mcgee?

Yes, Karen Silkwood's children filed a wrongful death lawsuit against Kerr-McGee following her death in a car accident in 1974, which they alleged was the result of her exposure to radioactive materials while working at the company's plant. The lawsuit claimed that Kerr-McGee's negligence contributed to her death. Ultimately, the case was settled in 1979 for approximately $1.38 million, although the company did not admit liability.