In a new legal development, a Black mother, her daughter, and their friend have filed a lawsuit against luxury retailer Louis Vuitton, accusing the brand of racial discrimination, tortious breach of contract, and theft. The plaintiffs, Tracy Renne Williams, her daughter Brandi Williams, and their friend Kristopher Enoch, brought the case to a California court,…
Prominent civil rights attorney Ben Crump will host a special screening of the documentary “How to Sue the Klan” at the University of Tennessee at Chattanooga (UTC) on Tuesday, September 17. The event, organized by UTC’s Division of Access and Engagement, will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at the Fine Arts Center in…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has filed a lawsuit against the state of Maine, accusing it of violating the civil rights of children with behavioral health disabilities. The DOJ claims Maine has failed to provide adequate community-based services, forcing families to place their children in institutions rather than allowing them to remain at home.…
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump is demanding answers after Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained by Miami-Dade police just hours before the team’s game against the Jacksonville Jaguars. Hill was handcuffed and held on the ground by officers, in a scene captured on video and widely circulated online. One video shows an officer…
Rachel Tucker, a Black woman visiting the upscale Hamptons restaurant 75 Main, has alleged racial profiling after being asked to move tables because her hair was deemed “too big.” Tucker, who was dining with friends, claims restaurant owner Zach Erdem forced her to change seats following complaints from a white family seated nearby, leading to…
Prominent civil rights attorney Benjamin Crump has joined the legal team representing Dr. Airica Steed, the former CEO of MetroHealth, in her discrimination lawsuit against the healthcare system. Dr. Steed, who was terminated in August 2024, is challenging her dismissal, alleging it was rooted in gender and race discrimination. Dr. Steed, who had been on…
Civil rights attorney Ben Crump has endorsed Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as a “strong choice” for the Democratic vice presidential nomination. Crump cited Walz’s significant support following the deaths of George Floyd and Daunte Wright, according to Newsweek. Crump praised Walz for his efforts in advocating for police reform after the tragic events involving Floyd…
Congresswoman Ayanna Pressley (D-MA) is at the forefront of a legal and legislative battle against the Heritage Foundation’s “Project 2025,” a policy blueprint that she warns could drastically alter the legal landscape in the United States if former President Donald Trump is re-elected. As a founding member of the “Stop Project 2025” task force, Pressley…
Bodycam footage released by the Illinois State Police has revealed the harrowing events leading to the fatal shooting of Sonya Massey, a 36-year-old Black woman, by Sangamon County Sheriff’s Deputy Sean Grayson. Grayson has been charged with first-degree murder, aggravated battery with a firearm, and official misconduct. He has also been terminated from his position…
New Hampshire Governor Chris Sununu has signed legislation that bans transgender girls from competing in school athletics teams that align with their gender identity. This significant legal development is part of a broader set of measures addressing transgender issues in the state. New Legislation Details Governor Sununu signed HB1205, a bill requiring schools to determine…