My sister smiled just before my little daughter slipped into the hotel pool. When I tried to reach her, my father grabbed my arm and refused to let me go.

agreements signed by former employees who had complained about Richard’s temper and intimidation.

My father had always believed fear created loyalty.

It only created records.

By spring, Richard Whitmore stepped down as CEO “for health reasons.” The press release used careful language. Local news used less careful language. Vanessa accepted a plea deal:continue reading …