Janice Kahn lives in Northbrook, Illinois and has been a high school teacher for 15 years. She was previously married for 12 years and has an 11-year-old son named Billy. On August 29, 2008, Billy was struck by Ronnie Randall while playing in Janice's front yard. Janice claims that Randall intentionally hit Billy as an act of revenge against her for ending their 10-year relationship two weeks prior. Billy sustained head injuries and broken bones that prevent him from playing baseball. Janice has since exhibited symptoms of shock and illness from the accident.