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Supreme Court Denies Black Lives Matter Activist's Appeal in Protest Lawsuit

The Supreme Court rejected an appeal from Black Lives Matter activist DeRay Mckesson, allowing a lawsuit to proceed against him for leading a 2016 protest in Louisiana where a police officer was injured. The lawsuit raises concerns about the right to protest and free speech, with civil rights groups warning that allowing the suit to proceed could discourage people from protesting. The court's decision does not express a view on the merits of Mckesson's claim, but it has sparked debate over the extent of liability for protest organizers.

via ABC News|

#black-lives-matter #free-speech #lawsuit

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Supreme Court Denies Black Lives Matter Activist's Appeal Over Protest Incident

The US Supreme Court declined to hear an appeal from Black Lives Matter activist DeRay Mckesson, allowing a lawsuit by a Louisiana police officer injured during a 2016 protest to proceed. The officer accused Mckesson of negligence after being struck by a rock during a protest sparked by the fatal police shooting of a Black man. The decision could make it easier to sue protest leaders for the illegal conduct of attendees, potentially impacting public demonstrations and civil rights activism.

via Reuters|

#black-lives-matter #civil-rights #legalcivil-rights

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"Supreme Court to Review Retaliatory Arrest Claim by Ex-Council Member"

The Supreme Court is considering whether a former Texas council member can pursue a retaliation claim after being arrested for criticizing a senior official. Sylvia Gonzalez, 72, was arrested in 2019 and charged with inappropriately removing a government document, which she claimed was a form of retaliation for expressing her complaints against the city manager. The Supreme Court is examining whether she can overcome a procedural roadblock to pursue her lawsuit, with her lawyers arguing that a 2019 Supreme Court ruling should allow her case to move forward despite the existence of probable cause for the arrest.

via NBC News|

#civil-rights #first-amendment #legalcivil-rights

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"Vermont Mom's Lawsuit Alleges Excessive Force and Discrimination by Police"

A Vermont mother called the police to teach her 14-year-old son, who has behavioral and intellectual disabilities, a lesson after he stole electronic cigarettes. The situation escalated, leading to the teen being handcuffed, pinned to the ground, and injected with a sedative by Burlington police officers. The incident has sparked a lawsuit alleging excessive force and discrimination, highlighting the need for better police training in dealing with individuals with disabilities and mental health challenges. The use of ketamine has come under scrutiny, and the lawsuit seeks punitive damages against the city and relief for the teen.

via The Independent|

#disabilities #discrimination #excessive-force

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"Vermont Mother's Lawsuit Alleges Excessive Force and Discrimination by Burlington Police"

A Vermont mother's attempt to teach her son a lesson for stealing e-cigarettes led to a lawsuit alleging excessive force and discrimination by Burlington police against her Black, disabled son. Body-camera footage shows officers forcibly removing the stolen items from the teen, handcuffing and sedating him with ketamine. The incident highlights the need for police training in handling disabilities and mental health crises, prompting calls for alternative responses to nonviolent situations. The lawsuit seeks punitive damages and policy changes to accommodate people with disabilities in policing interactions.

via The Associated Press|

#disabilities #discrimination #lawsuit

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"Family of Deacon Killed by Atlanta Police Files Lawsuit"

The family of a 62-year-old man who died after being tased by an Atlanta police officer during a dispute over a traffic citation has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against the former officer, the police chief, and the city, alleging violations of his constitutional rights and wrongful death. The lawsuit claims that the officer used excessive force and failed to provide medical care, leading to the man's death. The incident has sparked allegations of a pattern of excessive force within the Atlanta Police Department, and the family is seeking justice for their loved one.

via CNN|

#atlanta #civil-rights-lawsuit #legalcivil-rights

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"Ronnie Long Receives $25M Settlement for 44-Year Wrongful Imprisonment"

Ronnie Long, a Black man wrongfully convicted of raping a white woman and imprisoned for 44 years, has reached a historic $25 million settlement with the city of Concord, North Carolina. The settlement, the second-largest of its kind, comes after Long's exoneration and includes a public apology from the city. Long's attorneys highlighted numerous issues with his trial, including the removal of Black potential jurors and the disappearance of key evidence. Long and his legal team hope his case will set a standard for handling similar wrongful conviction cases and contribute to criminal justice reform.

via Yahoo News|

#civil-rights #criminal-justice-reform #exoneration

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"Record $25M Settlement Awarded to Man Wrongfully Imprisoned for 44 Years"

Ronnie Long, a Black man wrongfully convicted of raping a white woman and imprisoned for 44 years, has reached a historic $25 million settlement with the city of Concord, North Carolina, and the State Bureau of Investigation. Long's attorneys highlighted numerous issues with his trial, including the removal of Black potential jurors and the mishandling of evidence. Long's release in 2020 was followed by a pardon from the governor and a previous $750,000 settlement from the state. He and his attorneys hope his case sets a standard for handling similar wrongful conviction cases.

via NBC News|

#civil-rights #criminal-justice-reform #exoneration

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Justice Dept. Files Lawsuit Against Colony Ridge for Targeting Hispanic Home Buyers

The Justice Department has filed a lawsuit against a Texas developer, Colony Ridge, alleging that the company targeted Hispanic residents by selling them subpar, unfinished homes with hidden costs in hopes of reselling the properties after the buyers defaulted. The developer, which also provided home-financing loans, allegedly exploited language barriers and used misleading ads on platforms like TikTok to trap buyers into purchasing unfinished properties. Many of the homes were in flood-prone areas, forcing buyers to spend additional money. Nearly 1 in 4 Colony Ridge homeowners ended up in foreclosure, with a default rate over 10 times the national average. The lawsuit seeks compensation for victims of the scheme.

via The Washington Post|

#hispanic-home-buyers #housing-discrimination #justice-department

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"Texas Housing Developer Faces Federal Lawsuit for Targeting Hispanic Homebuyers in Alleged Predatory Scheme"

The Biden administration has filed a lawsuit against Colony Ridge, a housing developer in Texas, accusing them of predatory lending and dishonest sales practices that targeted predominantly Hispanic buyers. Federal prosecutors allege that Colony Ridge illegally targeted and pressured Hispanic buyers with little or no credit, offered financing without verifying the ability to pay, charged excessive interest rates, and misrepresented properties in their marketing materials. The development, which attracted attention for attracting undocumented migrants, has faced criticism from both Texas Republicans and local residents for straining local resources and causing damage to roads, flooding, and crime. Colony Ridge denies the allegations.

via The New York Times|

#hispanic-buyers #housing-developer #lawsuit

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Giuliani's Defamation Trial Exposes Limits of Law and High Costs of Election Denial

In a defamation case against Rudy Giuliani, two women, Ruby Freeman and Wandrea ArShaye Moss, testified about the devastating impact of false accusations made by Giuliani and Donald Trump regarding election fraud. The women received death threats and racist messages, forcing them to flee their homes and protect their identities. The jury awarded them $148.1 million in damages. The case highlighted the power imbalance between influential figures and ordinary individuals, as well as the limitations of defamation law in deterring defamers from spreading lies. Despite the verdict, it remains uncertain when the women will receive compensation, and Giuliani has continued to make defamatory statements. The monetary award cannot fully repair the reputational damage and personal trauma suffered by Freeman and Moss.

via The Guardian US|

#defamation #election-fraud #legalcivil-rights

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"Ruby Freeman's Disturbing Encounter: Threats and Defamation in the Aftermath of False Trump and Giuliani Attacks"

Former Georgia election worker Ruby Freeman testified in federal court about the violent and racist threats she received after being falsely accused by Rudy Giuliani and former President Donald Trump of manipulating ballots in the 2020 election. Freeman described how the false claims made by Giuliani and echoed by Trump led to a campaign of threatening messages, harassment, and even people showing up at her home. She eventually had to leave her home on the advice of the FBI after her name appeared on a "death list." Freeman and her daughter are seeking damages from Giuliani for defamation and emotional distress.

via POLITICO|

#2020-election #defamation #legalcivil-rights

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"Georgia Election Worker Testifies Against Giuliani's Defamation in Power Struggle"

Former Georgia election worker, Wandrea "Shaye" Moss, testified in federal court about the defamation she experienced after Rudy Giuliani spread conspiracy theories about her online. Moss described the emotional toll of the lies, including losing her job, entering therapy, and receiving violent threats against her and her family. She and her mother are seeking between $15.5 million and $43 million in damages for reputational harm and emotional distress. Moss recounted the racist and threatening messages she received, and refuted the false claims made by Giuliani.

via CNN|

#conspiracy-theories #defamation #election-worker

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"Jawan Dallas Family Files $36M Federal Lawsuit in Wrongful Death Case"

The family of Jawan Dallas, who died in July after being tased twice by a Mobile police officer during a struggle, plans to file a federal lawsuit in his death. Despite a Mobile County Grand Jury finding that officers were not criminally liable for his death, the family has been pushing for answers and more transparency. District Attorney Keith Blackwood attributed Dallas' death to underlying health issues and drug use, but the family claims that Dallas repeatedly called for help and said he couldn't breathe during the incident.

via Fox 10 News|

#death #jawan-dallas #lawsuit

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Ben Crump Continues to Advocate for Families Buried in Hinds Co. Pauper's Field

The family of Jonathan David Hankins, whose body was found buried in a Hinds County pauper's field, has retained attorney Ben Crump, who also represents the families of Dexter Wade and Marrio Moore. Hankins' family had been seeking answers about his disappearance for over a year and was disturbed to learn about his body being found in the same county where Wade's body was buried after being struck by a police cruiser. Crump aims to uncover the truth about what happened to Hankins and seek justice for his family.

via WLBT|

#ben-crump #hinds-county #justice