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Civil Rights Attorney Benjamin Crump Steps In to Seek Justice for Amanda Sylvester After Tragic Delay in Emergency Response

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College Park, GA — In a heartbreaking incident that has aroused community and legal action, 15-year-old Amanda Sylvester tragically died after collapsing during a volleyball practice in College Park. Following the incident, renowned civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump has announced his representation of the Sylvester family, pledging to pursue justice and probe the circumstances that led to Amanda’s untimely death. Amanda was attending a regular practice session with the Dream Chasers volleyball club when she suddenly fell ill and collapsed. Immediate calls were made to emergency services as those present tried to manage the dire … Read more

Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Takes on Case for Former MetroHealth CEO in Discrimination Dispute

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Cleveland, OH — Prominent civil rights attorney Ben Crump has taken on a new high-profile case, representing Dr. Akram Boutros, the former CEO of MetroHealth System. Dr. Boutross was recently dismissed amid allegations of unauthorized bonuses, sparking claims of unfair treatment and discrimination. Legal circles are buzzing as the case involves not just employment disputes but also deeper questions about governance and racial equity within major healthcare institutions. Crump, whose legal battles often highlight social justice issues, argues that this case is more than a mere employment dispute. It raises significant concerns regarding ethical practices … Read more

Judge Excludes Testimony of Deceased Witness in Brandon Crump Jr.’s Trial for Killing of Rowan Sweeney

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Youngstown, Ohio – Testimony from a deceased witness to the killing of 4-year-old Rowan Sweeney will not be admitted as evidence in the upcoming trial of defendant Brandon Crump Jr., ruled Mahoning County Common Pleas Judge Anthony D’Apolito on Friday. The ruling came after attorneys in the case exchanged filings and made oral arguments before Judge D’Apolito. Crump’s attorney, Lou DeFabio, argued that the testimony given by the witness, Yarnell Green Jr., in 2021 was related to a different charge faced by Crump at the time, not the charges currently faced by Crump, which include … Read more