Protests

10th Circuit Reviews Appeal to Reverse $14M Jury Decision Amid Denver Protests Fallout

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DENVER — A federal appeals court recently weighed a request from the city of Denver and an officer to overturn a significant $14 million jury verdict related to protests that erupted in 2020. These protests were sparked by a series of events that ignited nationwide demonstrations for racial justice and police reform. The case stems from an incident during a night of protests in late May 2020 when police deployed tear gas and other crowd control measures. Demonstrators alleged that these actions were excessive and infringed on their constitutional rights. The jury found in favor … Read more

Mass Protests Erupt in D.C. as Thousands Rally Against Trump’s Aggressive Law Enforcement Policies

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Thousands of demonstrators filled the streets of Washington, D.C., on Saturday, expressing concerns over what they perceive as an escalating politicization of law enforcement under the Trump administration. The protest, organized by a coalition of civil rights groups and concerned citizens, sought to address rising apprehension about the integrity of federal law enforcement agencies. The gathering featured speeches from prominent activists and community leaders who voiced their opposition to what they describe as a growing trend of using law enforcement as a political tool. Participants included families, young people, and various advocacy organizations united in … Read more

Filmmaker Awarded $4 Million After Being Struck by Sheriff’s Bullet During 2020 Protests

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Los Angeles, Calif. — A jury has ordered Los Angeles County to pay nearly $4 million to a filmmaker and his daughter after he was injured during protests in 2020, sparked by the death of George Floyd. The decision highlights ongoing scrutiny of law enforcement tactics employed during the demonstrations. Cellin Gluck, 66, was filming the protests near Beverly Boulevard and Stanley Avenue when he was struck in the face by a rubber bullet fired by a sheriff’s deputy. His attorneys reported that the impact caused significant injuries, including a fractured face and shrapnel lodged … Read more

Tragic Loss: Prominent Amritsar Lawyer Dies After Shooting; Bar Association Protests for Justice

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Amritsar, India — A local lawyer, Lakhwinder Singh, succumbed to injuries sustained during a shooting incident in the Jandiala Guru area on July 22. The attack has sent shockwaves through the community and the legal profession. Singh had been receiving medical care at a private hospital since the shooting, which left him critically injured. His family was devastated by the news of his passing. In the aftermath of the incident, authorities apprehended three individuals linked to the crime, reportedly connected to notorious gangster Happy Jatt. On Saturday, members of the Amritsar Bar Association staged a … Read more