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Judge Rules on Hamby Lawsuit: WNBA Claims Dismissed, But Aces Matter Moves Forward

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LAS VEGAS — A federal judge has dismissed a lawsuit filed by former WNBA player Kelsey Hamby, which accused the league of mistreatment, but allowed her to continue pursuing her claims against the Las Vegas Aces. Hamby, who played for the Aces, alleged in her lawsuit that the WNBA failed to create a safe and supportive working environment. The judge’s ruling on Wednesday means that while Hamby cannot move forward with her claims against the league as a whole, she retains the right to seek damages from the Aces organization specifically. The legal battle began … Read more

Seattle Jury Awards $6 Million to Family of Black Lives Matter Protester Killed on Closed Highway

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Seattle, WA – In a significant legal ruling, a Seattle jury on Thursday awarded $6 million to the family of a Black Lives Matter protester who was fatally struck by a car on a closed interstate. The incident, which occurred amid the protests in July 2020, highlighted the ongoing legal and civil discourse surrounding protest safety and state liability. The protester, 24-year-old Summer Taylor, lost their life when Dawit Kelete, who was driving the wrong way on Interstate 5, hit them. Another protester suffered critical injuries during the incident. Following the incident, Kelete, 30, was … Read more

Jury Decides on $6 Million Compensation for Family of Black Lives Matter Protester Fatally Struck on Seattle Freeway

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Seattle, WA – In a noteworthy legal decision, a jury awarded $6 million to the family of a Black Lives Matter protester who was killed when struck by a car on a Seattle freeway during a demonstration. The tragic incident, which underscored the volatile intersection of civil protest and public safety, has sparked a conversation about the responsibilities of drivers and the rights of demonstrators in increasingly common urban protests. The demonstration was part of the nationwide protests following the death of George Floyd, aimed at drawing attention to systemic racism and police brutality. The … Read more

Family of Slain Black Lives Matter Protester Granted $6 Million in Landmark Case

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Seattle, WA – A recent court ruling in Seattle concluded with a $6 million award to the family of a Black Lives Matter protester who tragically lost her life when hit by a car while demonstrating on a Seattle freeway. This legal decision marks a significant moment in the ongoing national dialogue about safety, responsibility, and the rights of protesters. The incident, which captured nationwide attention, occurred during the heightened activism following George Floyd’s death. The protester, whose identity has been withheld at the family’s request, was among a group advocating against racial injustice and … Read more