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Speeding Driver Convicted of Killing Washington State Trooper in Tragic DUI Crash

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Everett, Wash. — A Snohomish County jury returned a guilty verdict on Tuesday against Raul Benitez-Santana for vehicular homicide and vehicular assault following a crash that resulted in the death of Washington State Patrol Trooper Christopher Gadd in March 2024. On March 2, Benitez-Santana was driving at a speed of 107 mph while impaired when he collided with Gadd’s parked patrol vehicle on the shoulder of southbound Interstate 5 near Marysville. The impact left Trooper Gadd, 27, dead at the scene. A sentencing hearing is set for July 2. The incident occurred just before 3 … Read more

San Antonio Jury Rules Excessive Force Used Against Delivery Driver by Police Officers

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San Antonio, Texas – A jury has concluded that officers from the San Antonio Police Department used excessive force against a delivery driver during an incident captured on video. This decision comes at a time when scrutiny regarding police conduct is at a high point, prompting discussions about necessary reforms in law enforcement practices. The events unfolded last year when the delivery driver was approached by police while delivering food in a residential neighborhood. Video evidence presented during the trial showed officers using physical force, which the jury ultimately deemed unreasonable given the circumstances of … Read more

Legal Insights Unpacked: Justin Peterson Addresses Delivery Driver Dilemmas in Ask the Lawyer Series

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Lexington, Ky. — Justin Peterson, the founding attorney at Peterson Law Office, fields queries regarding the rights and responsibilities of delivery drivers in his latest segment of “Ask the Lawyer.” The firm actively encourages residents facing legal challenges related to personal injuries resulting from negligence or wrongful acts to reach out. Peterson’s commitment lies in providing a supportive environment for individuals and families seeking to recover after experiencing misfortune. Peterson Law Office emphasizes a client-centered ethos, designed to assist Kentuckians in regaining stability and moving forward after adversity strikes. The firm specializes in navigating the … Read more

Jury Deadlocked in Case of Atlantic City Driver Who Struck Pedestrian and Fled Scene

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Jurors in Atlantic City struggled to reach a consensus in the trial of Harris Jacobs, who was accused of leaving the scene after fatally striking a pedestrian. On Tuesday, the jury informed Superior Court Judge Christine Smith that they were deadlocked regarding Jacobs’ knowledge of the incident. It is undisputed that he hit the pedestrian in the early hours of September 4, 2022. The crucial question centered on Jacobs’ actions immediately following the collision. Surveillance footage showed him pulling into a Dunkin’ Donuts at Atlantic and Indiana avenues, rushing to the scene, and appearing to … Read more