Civil

Angels’ Defense Faces Setback as Court Upholds Key Findings in Tyler Skaggs Civil Trial

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SANTA ANA, Calif. — The civil trial concerning the Los Angeles Angels and the family of late pitcher Tyler Skaggs began with a significant setback for the team’s legal counsel. On the opening day of proceedings, Judge H. Shaina Colover ruled in favor of the Skaggs family, allowing their previous conviction of former Angels communications director Eric Kay to be considered factual in the case. Kay is currently serving a 22-year prison sentence for supplying the fentanyl-laced pill that resulted in Skaggs’ death in July 2019. The Angels’ defense strategy had centered on challenging Kay’s … Read more

Former Antioch Officer Convicted of Conspiracy Against Civil Rights Amid Police Misconduct Scandal

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OAKLAND, Calif. — A federal jury has found former Antioch police officer Devon Wenger guilty of conspiracy against rights, a verdict delivered on September 18, 2025, after a week-long trial. This conviction is part of a significant federal and state investigation into widespread police misconduct in the East Bay, further undermining public trust in law enforcement. Wenger, 33, had served on the Antioch Police Department, where prosecutors argued that he colluded with fellow officers to inflict unreasonable force on local residents. Testimony and evidence revealed that Wenger and others discussed using excessive measures, including police … Read more

Controversy Erupts as Pittsburgh GOP Mayoral Hopeful Tony Moreno Faces Civil Rights Lawsuit

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Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania — Tony Moreno, the Republican candidate for mayor, is facing a civil rights lawsuit that could impact his campaign. The suit has raised concerns regarding the treatment of a former employee, bringing to light issues that may resonate with voters as the election approaches. The lawsuit was filed by a former Pittsburgh city employee who alleges that Moreno, while serving as the city’s public safety director, committed multiple violations of civil rights. The suit references instances of alleged harassment and discrimination in the workplace, which the plaintiff claims created a hostile environment. These … Read more

Behind the Headlines: Cardi B vs. Emani Ellis—Lessons in Evidence and Law Enforcement from a High-Profile Civil Dispute

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Beverly Hills, California — The civil lawsuit involving rapper Cardi B and former medical security guard Emani Ellis has captured significant public interest, shedding light on evidence collection, police procedures, and the complexities of high-profile civil disputes. The case not only illustrates the challenges faced by legal professionals but also serves as a learning opportunity for law enforcement. The conflict began on February 24, 2018, when Cardi B, whose real name is Belcalis Marlenis Almánzar, visited a doctor’s office in Beverly Hills while four months pregnant. Emani Ellis, then a 24-year-old security guard at the … Read more