Civil rights attorneys representing the family of Brandon Durham announced the filing of a federal civil lawsuit, citing egregious violations of Durham’s constitutional rights under Section 1983. The legal team, led by attorney Lee Merritt, stood outside the courthouse alongside local counsel Travis Buchanan and Lambert Cannon to share the family’s pursuit of justice in… Continue reading Justice on Multiple Fronts
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Suicide By Cop is $1 Million
The courtroom of Judge Amy Wilson became a theater of high stakes and raw emotion during the latest proceedings in State v. Alejandra Boudreaux, a case that has captured public attention and exposed critical tensions within the legal system. The case revolves around the tragic death of Brandon Durham, whose life was taken during a… Continue reading Suicide By Cop is $1 Million
Lanterns For the Fallen
On October 7, 2024, as the sun began to set over Sunset Regional Park in Henderson, Nevada, the community gathered for a solemn vigil. They were organized by the Democratic Socialist Association of Las Vegas, Code Pink, Red Desert Collective, Party for Socialism and Liberation, and Student Justice for Palestinians (SJP) at UNLV. The event… Continue reading Lanterns For the Fallen
From Illegal To Double Standards
In recent years, the shifting legal landscape surrounding cannabis across the United States has brought glaring discrepancies to light within local government policies. Notably, these discrepancies revolve around how cannabis use is treated among different groups, particularly elected officials versus ordinary government employees. For government employees seeking job opportunities, stringent drug testing policies are the… Continue reading From Illegal To Double Standards
LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
Less lethal weapons, such as tear gas, tasers, and body cameras, have gained popularity as a way to reduce fatalities in police encounters. However, their use has also come under scrutiny in recent years for their role in instances of police brutality and the questionable motivations behind their adoption. One example of the failure of… Continue reading LVMPD’s Accountability Band-Aid
From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
The roots of the police force in the United States can be traced back to slave patrols, which were formed in the early 18th century to help enforce slavery and maintain the social order in the Southern states. These patrols were responsible for tracking down and capturing runaway slaves, as well as suppressing slave revolts… Continue reading From Slave Catching To Law Enforcement
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