Why Italy’s Genoa bridge collapse led to one of its biggest criminal trials

In 2018, the collapse of the Genoa bridge in Italy, which killed 43 people, led to one of the nation's most significant criminal trials. Eight years after the tragedy, judges have begun ruling, holding several individuals accountable for the structural failures that caused the disaster. This case highlights the intersection of engineering negligence and corporate responsibility, shedding light on systemic issues in infrastructure safety. The trial’s outcome could set a precedent for how such failures are addressed in the future, emphasizing the need for rigorous oversight in construction projects.