civil rights law

Trump Administration Shuts Down National Police Misconduct Database Sparking Concerns Among Reform Advocates

Feb 23, 2025

In a controversial move, the Trump administration has officially dismantled the National Law Enforcement Accountability Database (NLEAD), a federal database designed to track misconduct by law enforcement officers. The database, hailed as a vital tool for policing reform, was intended to prevent officers with documented misconduct records from transferring between agencies without scrutiny. The U.S.…
The Legal Battle Over DEI: How Trump’s Crackdown on Workplace Equity Could Backfire

Feb 14, 2025

The debate over diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility (DEIA) in the workplace has intensified under the Trump administration. The DEIA brouhaha under Trump has raised significant legal and civil rights concerns. Former U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) General Counsel Karla Gilbride, who was fired by Trump on January 27, warns in an article published…
Respected Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Named Among Forbes’ 2024 List of Top 200 Lawyers In America

Mar 30, 2024

Ben Crump, a renowned civil rights attorney, has been recognized among Forbes’ prestigious list of the Top 200 Lawyers in America for 2024. The list highlights legal practitioners who have demonstrated exceptional skill, integrity, and leadership in their respective fields, with Crump standing out for his impactful work in civil rights law. As the founder…

Trump Administration Shuts Down National Police Misconduct Database Sparking Concerns Among Reform Advocates