Neglect

Bucknell University Football Player’s Tragic First Day Leads to Family Lawsuit Over Alleged Hazing and Neglect

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LEWISBURG, Pa. – At Bucknell University, a family is grappling with immense grief following the death of their son, CJ Dickey, who tragically collapsed during his initial workout with the school’s football team. Calvin Dickey, CJ’s father, expressed the profound loss, noting the difficulty they now face even just glancing at his son’s room. The distress of the Dickey family has led them to file a legal action against Bucknell University, its officials, and athletic staff members. They claim in their lawsuit that 18-year-old CJ, who was set to play as an offensive lineman, was … Read more

Family Seeks Justice as Lawsuit Claims Neglect and Excessive Force in Huerfano County Jail Death

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Wuerfano County, Colo. – A lawsuit has been filed against multiple officials and entities in Huerfano County following the death of Michael Burch, a man who died while in custody at the Huerfano County jail. Burch, who was arrested on charges of menacing and harassment earlier in the year, reportedly exhibited signs of dementia, according to his attorney, Stephanie Wise. The incident began when two detention officers entered Burch’s cell after observing him holding a pencil. The officers, with tasers drawn, allegedly yelled at Burch to drop the pencil before physically confronting him. The altercation … Read more

Family Sues Hamilton County and Sheriff Over Man’s Death After Neglect in Custody

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CHATTANOOGA, Tenn. — The family of Deward Burton Johnson, who died in custody at Hamilton County Jail last year, has filed a lawsuit against the county and Sheriff Austin Garrett, alleging negligence and violations of civil rights. Johnson, 52, was detained on March 14 after being accused of shoplifting basketball trading cards valued at under $50 from a local Walmart. According to the legal complaint, Johnson underwent a routine blood test upon his booking into the jail, which revealed the presence of methamphetamine, amphetamine, and fentanyl in his system. Despite these findings, the lawsuit contends … Read more

Comanche County Court to Address Grievous Child Neglect Case as Jury Selection Begins

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LAWTON, Okla. – A significant legal proceeding unfolds in Comanche County as two homicide trials headline the first week of a three-week jury docket. Jury selection is set to commence at the Comanche County Courthouse starting from 8 a.m. on Monday, under the scrutiny of legal professionals and community members alike. Among the cases attracting considerable attention is that of Bonnie Beth Mills-Lilly, aged 48, who faces trial for the alleged first-degree manslaughter of her 3-year-old daughter, known in court documents as “Baby Beth.” The trial, presided over by District Judge Jay Walker, follows an … Read more