The tragic case of Emily Schierwagen, who died during a school trip to London at the age of 13 due to complications related to her diabetes, highlights severe lapses in duty of care that occurred when her teachers failed to get her timely medical assistance. Two years after a court in Mönchengladbach held the teachers accountable with sentences for negligent homicide, Emily’s father, Kay Schierwagen, remains determined to pursue further justice, contesting what he perceives as inadequate legal consequences for the teachers involved. The case raised vital questions regarding school safety protocols, the responsibility of educators in emergency situations, and the legal frameworks governing their accountability.

Despite the federal court's ruling, which confirmed the teachers’ penalties, Kay Schierwagen's resistance is fueled by the belief that the justice system must do more to prevent similar tragedies in the future. He argues that the case should not only remain a matter of legal consequences but also provoke a broader dialogue about the importance of immediate action in medical emergencies, especially concerning children with pre-existing health issues. This ongoing fight represents not just a search for personal closure for Kay but also aims to raise awareness that could lead to systemic changes in how schools manage health crises during trips.