Activism

Justice for Firefighters: Federal Jury Awards $1 Million to Kentucky Duo Fired for Union Activism

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LEXINGTON, Ky. — A federal grand jury recently awarded $1 million to two former firefighters in Kentucky who claimed they were wrongfully terminated for their efforts to form a union. Jamie Bottom and Derrick Steele, both of the Harrodsburg Fire Department, were fired in March 2023 shortly after being elected to leadership roles in the newly established union. The jury delivered its verdict on July 18, concluding that the firings were illegal. Steele, a captain, and Bottom, a lieutenant, had begun advocating for better working conditions, including complaints about low staffing, inadequate training, and financial … Read more

Noem Criticizes Judicial Activism in ICE Operations Ruling: ‘Judges Are Becoming Too Political’

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PIERRE, S.D. — South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem expressed strong disapproval of a recent decision by a federal judge to halt certain operations of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE), claiming that judicial rulings are becoming increasingly influenced by political sentiments. Following the ruling, Noem criticized the judiciary for what she views as a departure from objective legal principles. She pointed out that the decision undermines law enforcement’s ability to effectively perform its duties, particularly in addressing illegal immigration. The governor emphasized the importance of ICE’s role in maintaining public safety and national security. The judge’s … Read more

Trailblazing Oakland Attorney Dan Siegel, Catalyst of Civil Rights Activism, Passes at 79

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OAKLAND, Calif. — Dan Siegel, a prominent civil rights attorney and a key figure in Berkeley’s activism history, passed away on July 2 after battling cancer. He was 79 years old. Siegel was a central player during the landmark “Bloody Thursday” protest at People’s Park in 1969, where he famously rallied thousands of demonstrators to reclaim the park, an event that resulted in tragic clashes with law enforcement. Growing up in a working-class family in The Bronx, New York, Siegel’s path to activism began early, shaped by a diverse upbringing. He later attended Hamilton College, … Read more

Texas Law Firm Champions Citizen Activism for Corporate Accountability Following Landmark $640M Verdict

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Houston, Texas — The Buzbee Law Firm is urging citizens, business leaders, and jurors to become proactive in holding corporations accountable for negligence and misconduct. The firm made headlines earlier this year when it won a landmark $640 million verdict in a wrongful death case. Now, in a recently published article, the firm discusses the broader implications of such verdicts for everyday individuals and communities across the nation. A representative from The Buzbee Law Firm emphasized the importance of consequences that come with significant jury awards. “When a jury decides on a verdict of this … Read more