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Federal Jury Delivers Verdict in 2020 Fatal Shooting of Chicago Rapper FBG Duck

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Chicago – A federal jury has reached a verdict in the case involving the 2020 fatal shooting of rapper FBG Duck. The six individuals charged with murder in aid of racketeering and conspiracy to commit murder in aid of racketeering are Charles Liggins, Kenneth Roberson, Tacarlos Offerd, Christopher Thomas, Marcus Smart, and Ralph Turpin. According to prosecutors, FBG Duck, whose real name is Carlton Weekly, was shot dead in August 2020 near the Magnificent Mile. Two others were also injured in the shooting. The prosecution alleges that Weekly was a member of the STL/EBT, or … Read more

Former Chicago Blackhawks Prospect Files Lawsuit Alleging Cover-Up of Sexual Assault by Coach

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Chicago Blackhawks have filed a motion to dismiss a negligence lawsuit brought by a former prospect who claims the team covered up his complaints of sexual assault and harassment by then-video coach Brad Aldrich in 2010. The Blackhawks have stated their commitment to creating a safe workplace for all members of the organization. Lawyers representing the anonymous plaintiff in the suit have accused the team of concealing sexual abuse and harassment during the team’s 2010 Stanley Cup-winning season. The suit alleges that Aldrich used his position of authority to groom, harass, threaten, and assault the … Read more

Justice Served: Appellate Court Rules in Favor of $3 Million Jury Award, Chicago Police Failed in Duty to Protect Domestic Violence Victim

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Chicago, IL – The appellate court has upheld a $3 million jury award and ruled that the Chicago police should have taken additional measures to protect a domestic violence victim who was ultimately slain. The decision brings attention to the issue of police accountability and their role in preventing such tragic incidents. The case involves a woman named Mary Jones, who was a victim of domestic violence. Despite seeking help from the Chicago police multiple times and obtaining an order of protection against her ex-boyfriend, she was tragically murdered by him. The lawsuit filed by … Read more

Appellate Court Upholds Record $3 Million Verdict against Chicago Police Officers for Failure to Protect Domestic Violence Victim

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Chicago, Illinois – An Illinois appellate court has upheld a record-breaking $3 million jury award in a case involving the negligence of two Chicago police officers in responding to a domestic violence call. The court found sufficient evidence that the officers prioritized their own convenience over protecting the victim, who was subsequently killed by her alleged abuser. The incident occurred on June 28th, 2015, when the police responded to a call at Vanessa Taylor’s West Side apartment. Upon arrival, the officers discovered Taylor’s boyfriend, James Thomas, wielding a Samurai sword and acting erratically. Instead of … Read more