Justice

Spokane Family Seeks Justice After Police Shooting, Considers Wrongful Death Lawsuit

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Spokane, Wash. — The family of a 29-year-old man, Joshua Musselman, who was fatally shot by police in his apartment last December, is contemplating legal action against the City of Spokane. The incident, which occurred at the Northcliff Terrace Apartments in North Spokane, has raised concerns about police conduct and mental health crisis management. On the afternoon of Dec. 29, police were dispatched to the apartment complex following reports that a man was discharging firearms inside his residence. According to Spokane Police Chief Kevin Hall, up to four officers were involved in the shooting. Despite … Read more

Justice for Botham Jean: Family Wins Nearly $100 Million in Federal Lawsuit Verdict

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A federal jury in the U.S. recently reached a decision to award nearly $100 million to the family of Botham Jean, a man who was fatally shot by Amber Guyger, an off-duty Dallas police officer, in his own apartment. The comprehensive verdict was delivered after a detailed examination of the case, which has spurred conversations on police accountability and the significance of each mistake’s consequences throughout the nation. Jean, aged 26 at the time of his death, was an accountant originally from St. Lucia. His life met a tragic end on September 6, 2018, when … Read more

Judge Dismisses Case Against Father-Son Duo for Shooting at FedEx Driver Due to Evidence Withholding, Victim Vows to Continue Fight for Justice

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JACKSON, Miss. — A Mississippi court has permanently dismissed charges against two individuals accused of shooting at a FedEx driver, sparking a complex legal battle marked by procedural controversies and significant distress for the involved parties. Lincoln County Circuit Court Judge David Strong ruled on Monday to dismiss the case with prejudice, effectively blocking any possibility of it being refiled. The case stemmed from an incident in January 2022 when Gregory Case and his son, Brandon Case, allegedly opened fire on D’Monterrio Gibson while he was delivering packages in their Brookhaven neighborhood. Following the event, … Read more

Court Rules in Favor of UVM in Suit Brought by Students for Justice in Palestine

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Burlington, VT — A lawsuit filed by the Students for Justice in Palestine against the University of Vermont has been dismissed, a federal judge ruled this week. The lawsuit alleged the university had failed to adequately address antisemitic harassment directed at members of the student group, but the court found insufficient grounds to proceed with the claims. The case, which has been closely followed by legal experts and advocates for campus free speech, highlights the growing tension surrounding the intersection of free speech and campus safety. UVM had been accused of violating civil rights statutes … Read more