Mom Indicted for Reckless Manslaughter in Death of Two-Year-Old Daughter with Fentanyl in System

JEFFERSON COUNTY, Ala. – A mother has been indicted in connection with the tragic death of her two-year-old daughter, following the discovery of fentanyl in the child’s system. The indictment was announced this week, revealing charges that stem from investigations initiated last year. Farrah Bates, who was charged in 2023, faced legal scrutiny after officers from the Tarrant Police Department responded to a call on July 18 regarding an unresponsive child on Old Pinson Highway. Upon arrival, they found the girl without a pulse. According to reports, her parents asserted that she had been sleeping … Read more

Filmmaker and Daughter Awarded $3 Million After Deputy’s Projectile Injury at 2020 Protest

LOS ANGELES — A filmmaker and his daughter have been awarded over $3 million after a jury found Los Angeles County liable for injuries sustained when a sheriff’s deputy shot him with a non-lethal projectile during a protest against police violence in 2020. Cellin Gluck, 67, claimed in a lawsuit that the county and several unnamed deputies were negligent and committed battery, violating both his and his daughter’s civil rights. The jury concluded earlier this month that the deputy, whose identity remains unknown, used excessive force in dealing with the crowd of protesters, resulting in … Read more

Legal Showdown: Lawyer Daughter Triumphs Over Dismissed Father, Securing Justice for Wronged Officer

In a notable legal case, a lawyer in Chicago, Illinois, successfully challenged the dismissal of a police officer, a situation complicated by her familial ties to the defendant. The case, which highlighted issues of justice and accountability within law enforcement, resulted in the reinstatement of the officer, who had been wrongfully terminated. The officer in question had faced allegations that led to his removal from the police force. Throughout the proceedings, his daughter, a practicing attorney, took it upon herself to represent him. Her involvement not only brought personal stakes into the courtroom but also … Read more

Balancing Dreams: Family Divided as Daughter Pursues Science PhD Over Law Career

In Washington, D.C., a young woman’s pursuit of a Ph.D. in science has stirred disappointment within her family, who hoped she would instead embark on a more traditional career in law. This family dynamic highlights a growing tension between personal aspirations and familial expectations, particularly in prestigious fields. The conflict arises as the daughter, a promising candidate with a strong academic background in the sciences, opts to follow her passion rather than adhere to her family’s desire for her to pursue a legal career. As societal norms evolve, the choice reflects a broader trend where … Read more