10th Circuit Weighs Denver Officer’s Appeal to Dismiss $14M Jury Ruling from 2020 Protest Incident

DENVER — The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Tenth Circuit is currently reviewing a request from the City of Denver and its police department to overturn a significant jury verdict amounting to $14 million. This decision stems from protests in 2020 that erupted in response to the killing of George Floyd, which sparked nationwide demonstrations decrying police brutality and racial injustice. The jury’s verdict, delivered last year, held the city and a police officer liable for excessive use of force against protesters. This judgment has raised critical questions about the appropriate use of force … Read more

10th Circuit Weighs Appeal as Denver Seeks to Overturn $14M Verdict from 2020 Protest Incident

Denver, Colorado, is the focus of renewed legal scrutiny as the 10th Circuit Court of Appeals considers a contentious $14 million jury verdict linked to police actions during protests in 2020. This verdict, handed down in favor of certain protesters, stemmed from claims of excessive force employed by officers amidst widespread demonstrations following the murder of George Floyd. The case highlights the ongoing tension between law enforcement practices and public protests, particularly in a city that witnessed significant unrest during the summer of 2020. Legal representatives for the city and the involved officer argue that … Read more

10th Circuit Reviews Appeal to Reverse $14M Jury Decision Amid Denver Protests Fallout

DENVER — A federal appeals court recently weighed a request from the city of Denver and an officer to overturn a significant $14 million jury verdict related to protests that erupted in 2020. These protests were sparked by a series of events that ignited nationwide demonstrations for racial justice and police reform. The case stems from an incident during a night of protests in late May 2020 when police deployed tear gas and other crowd control measures. Demonstrators alleged that these actions were excessive and infringed on their constitutional rights. The jury found in favor … Read more

TRT World’s Nizar Sadawi Honored with Jury Special Award for Bravery in Reporting from Gaza at 10th Anadolu Media Awards

Ankara, Turkey — At the 10th Anadolu Media Awards, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan presented the Jury Special Award to Nizar Sadawi, acknowledging the impactful contributions of the Palestinian journalist and TRT World correspondent to the media landscape. Sadawi, widely recognized for his courageous reporting from Gaza, has become a vital voice amidst the ongoing conflict in the region. During a six-month intensive report from Gaza, Sadawi provided critical firsthand accounts of Israel’s military actions and the experiences of the Palestinian people. His 185-day chronicle illuminated the severe challenges faced by journalists operating in such … Read more