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Jury Awards $2.2 Million to Protester Shot in the Face by LAPD During 2020 Police Brutality Demonstration

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has awarded over $2.2 million to a protester injured during a demonstration against police brutality in 2020, after he was struck in the face by a less-lethal projectile fired by a sheriff’s deputy. The jury’s ruling came last week, determining that Los Angeles County was responsible for the injuries sustained by Cellin Gluck, a filmmaker known for works such as “Oba: The Last Samurai.” Gluck’s damages were estimated at $3.5 million, while an additional $300,000 was granted to his daughter for the emotional distress she experienced during the incident. However, … Read more

"New NDAA Regulations Revolutionize Defense Contractor Oversight: Tens of Thousands Face Expanded Scrutiny Under Section 847"

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Arlington, Virginia — A new chapter in defense procurement is unfolding as the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) plans to implement stringent measures related to foreign ownership and influence across the defense supply chain, following significant legislative changes. Section 847 of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2020 dramatically expands the scope of evaluations for companies seeking to work with the DoD. Previously limited to contractors needing access to classified information, these evaluations will now apply broadly to all contracts or subcontracts worth more than $5 million, regardless of the classification of … Read more

LA Jury Awards $2.2 Million to Protester Shot in Face During 2020 Police Brutality Demonstration

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LOS ANGELES — A jury has granted a damaged protester $2.2 million following a 2020 incident where he was struck in the face by a less-lethal munition fired by a Los Angeles County sheriff’s deputy during a demonstration against police brutality. The jury’s verdict, announced last week, held Los Angeles County responsible for the injuries suffered by Cellin Gluck, determining his damages to be $3.5 million. In addition, his daughter, who was present that day, was awarded $300,000 for emotional distress. However, since the jury found Gluck partially at fault for the incident, the total … Read more

Monroe County Jail Staff Face Indictments Following Homicide Ruling in Inmate’s Death

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MONROE COUNTY, Tenn. — A grand jury in Monroe County has indicted several members of the sheriff’s department and two nursing staff in connection with the death of Elijah Isbill, who died while in custody in February. The case has drawn significant scrutiny after an investigation led by District Attorney Stephen Hatchett. Initially, the Knox County Regional Forensic Center classified Isbill’s death as accidental, attributing it to pre-existing health conditions. However, a recent update from the forensic center reclassified the case as a homicide, prompting renewed legal action. The grand jury announced its indictments Wednesday, … Read more