Custody

Jury Delivers $28 Million Verdict for Man Brutally Beaten in CoreCivic Custody

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Nashville, Tennessee — A federal jury has awarded $28 million to a man who suffered severe injuries while in the custody of a private prison company during a violent incident. The case highlights major concerns regarding the treatment of inmates and the responsibilities of private corrections facilities. The plaintiff, identified as 29-year-old Anderson, accused the staff of CoreCivic, a company that operates various correctional facilities, of failing to protect him during an altercation that left him unconscious. The jury ruled unanimously in favor of Anderson after a three-day trial, where evidence presented included testimony about … Read more

Mississippi Jury Finds Two Police Officers Guilty of Civil Rights Violations After Custody Assault, Orders $90,000 in Damages

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JACKSON, Miss. — In a significant civil liberties case, two police officers from Pearl, Mississippi, have been found liable for infringing on the constitutional rights of a local man during his detention last year. The federal court verdict, which resulted in a total award of $90,000 in damages, underscores ongoing concerns about police conduct in the United States. The jury in U.S. District Court determined on Thursday that officers Jonathon Welker and Jacob Lang were responsible for physically assaulting Jimmy Anthony, a resident of Rankin County, while he was in their custody. The decision follows … Read more

Lawsuit Claims Fatal Neglect in Traffic Stop Custody Death in Tennessee

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Jackson, Tenn. — A lawsuit has been filed against Henry County’s law enforcement, accusing staff of wrongful actions in the death of Daniel Russell during a traffic stop on April 20, 2024. The legal action, initiated by he family’s attorney, Christopher Smith, claims that officers from both the Henry County Sheriff’s Office and the Tennessee Wildlife Resource Agency contributed to Russell’s death through negligent handling and use of excessive force, thereby violating his constitutional rights under the 4th and 14th amendments. Russell, referred to affectionately as “Danny” by family and friends, was reportedly pulled over … Read more

Australian Court Denies Puberty Blockers for 12-Year-Old, Assigns Custody to Father in Landmark Gender Identity Case

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Sydney, Australia — A contentious custody case in Australia has culminated in a judge ruling against a mother who sought approval for her 12-year-old son to undergo puberty blockers, granting custody to the father instead. The case has sparked widespread debate over the rights of transgender youths and the role of parental consent in medical decisions involving children. In his decision, Judge Andrew Strum emphasized the child’s age and comprehension abilities as factors in postponing any medical intervention aimed at transitioning. Strum pointed out that the child might not be fully aware of the life-altering … Read more