VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (June 8, 2026) — Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump has filed a lawsuit concerning the death of Rolin G. Hill. The suit alleges that deputies at the Virginia Beach Correctional Center beat Hill during a mental health crisis. Hill died six days later on June 10, 2024, …
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Can You File a Civil Suit for Wrongful Death?
Every wrongful death case takes place in civil court, but each state has its own restrictions as to who can file a civil suit for wrongful death and how the plaintiff must distribute a settlement. While certain civil cases, such as those involving federal law, take place in federal court, states have jurisdiction over wrongful …
Ben Crump Law, Romanucci & Blandin, and The Middleton Law Firm File Federal Civil Rights Lawsuit Against City of Palm Bay, Florida Over Fatal Tasing of Thomas Farley
Complaint alleges that Palm Bay Police Department officers tased Mr. Farley while he was on top of a six-foot fence, causing him to fall head-first, break his neck, and die after nearly a year as a quadriplegic.. ORLANDO, Fla. (June 9, 2026) — Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump, national trial …
Fighting Back: How Systemic Racism Lawsuits and Civil Rights Litigation Can Secure Justice
Have you ever felt a deep sense of injustice that goes beyond one bad moment? Sometimes, our issues are part of a larger, more complex problem. This is the heart of systemic racism, where biased policies and practices are built into our social and legal systems. When discrimination happens, it can feel personal, but it’s …
Civil Litigation: The Personal Injury Lawsuit Process
When you’ve been harmed or wronged, it can feel like your world has been turned upside down. You may face physical, emotional, and financial consequences, and the legal system can seem overwhelming. You might be unsure where to turn or if you’ll ever get justice. Civil litigation is the legal process used to resolve disputes …
How to File a Civil Rights Lawsuit: Your Guide to Justice and Compensation
When your civil rights are violated, you deserve justice. Fighting for Justice Whether discrimination, police misconduct, or any other violation of your fundamental freedoms, filing a civil rights lawsuit is one of the most potent ways to fight back. At Ben Crump Law, we stand with you in seeking justice and compensation. In this guide, …
National Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Files Lawsuit Against the DOJ, FBI, CIA, and NYPD on Behalf of Malcolm X
NEW YORK CITY, NY. — The estate of Malcolm X has filed a lawsuit against the United States Government, Department of Justice, Federal Bureau of Investigation, the Central Intelligence Agency, and the New York Police Department. The lawsuit alleges these entities played a significant role in the events leading to Malcolm X’s assassination and engaged …
Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump Files Lawsuit on Behalf of Henrietta Lack’s Family Against Pharmaceutical Giants
Lawsuit names Novartis Pharmaceuticals as defendant, alleges unjust enrichment BALTIMORE, Md. –– Renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump and attorney Christopher Seeger of Seeger Weiss announced today that they have filed a lawsuit on behalf of the family of Henrietta Lacks against Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation, Novartis Gene Therapies Inc., Viatris Inc., and Mylan Pharmaceuticals. The …
Court Denies Minneapolis’ Attempt to Dismiss Amir Locke Civil Rights Lawsuit
Amir was shot and killed during a botched February 2, 2022 no-knock raid by the Minneapolis Police Department MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — In a thorough and significant decision, the United States District Court for the District of Minnesota has denied the motion to dismiss filed by the defendants in the case brought by Karen Wells and …
Attorney Ben Crump to File Civil Lawsuit on Behalf of Family of Ex-NFL Player Glenn Foster Jr. Against Pickens County Sheriff’s Office
BIRMINGHAM, AL – Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump of Ben Crump Law and co-counsel Eli Hare of Dicello Levitt will hold a press conference on Wednesday, December 6, to announce the filing of a lawsuit against Pickens County (Alabama), the Pickens County Sheriff’s Office, the Pickens County Jail, and the …
Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump to Provide Update on Racial Profiling Lawsuit Against the City of Beverly Hills
More plaintiffs have come forward against BHPD for being Black while on Rodeo Drive BEVERLY HILLS, Cal. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump and co-counsel Bradley C. Gage will hold a press conference on October 13 to provide an update on developments in a class action lawsuit against the city …
National Civil Rights Attorney Ben Crump to Provide Update on Racial Profiling Lawsuit Against the City of Beverly Hills
More plaintiffs have come forward against BHPD for being Black while on Rodeo Drive BEVERLY HILLS, Cal. –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump and co-counsel Bradley C. Gage will hold a press conference on September 11 to provide an update on developments in a class action lawsuit against the city …
Civil Lawsuit for Police Beating Death of Tyre Nichols
Lawyers also suing Memphis Police for intentional infliction of emotional distress for lying to Tyre’s mother MEMPHIS, Tenn. – Civil rights attorneys Ben Crump, Antonio Romanucci, and local counsel on behalf of the family of Tyre Nichols have filed a landmark lawsuit against the City of Memphis, the Memphis Police Department, and officers and individuals …
Attorneys Ben Crump, Antonio Romanucci, and Jeff Storms File Civil Lawsuit for Police Shooting in Amir Locke’s Death
Filing comes at one-year anniversary of 22-year-old’s death during no-knock warrant MINNEAPOLIS, Minn. — Civil rights attorney Ben Crump, attorney Antonio Romanucci, and attorney Jeff Storms, on behalf of the family of Amir Locke, have filed a lawsuit against the City of Minneapolis and the Minneapolis Police Department officer involved in Mr. Locke’s death. In …
Discriminatory Auto Insurance Rates Lawsuit
Auto insurance companies use dozens of factors to calculate premiums. Driving history, vehicle type, annual mileage, and accident records are commonly considered. However, consumer advocates and regulators have raised concerns that some pricing practices may unfairly affect minority communities. Even when race is not directly used, other variables—such as ZIP code, education level, occupation, credit-based …
Discriminatory Home Insurance Claims Lawsuit
Homeowners purchase insurance expecting fair treatment when they file a claim after damage or loss. When an insurance company treats policyholders differently because of race, national origin, or another protected characteristic, serious legal concerns may arise. Many homeowners ask: Can a discriminatory home insurance claims lawsuit be filed? In some situations, homeowners may explore legal …
Discriminatory School Discipline Lawsuit
Students deserve to be treated fairly at school. Discipline should be based on behavior, not on a student’s race, disability, national origin, religion, or other protected characteristic. When schools apply discipline unfairly, families often ask: Can a discriminatory school discipline lawsuit be filed? In some situations, a discriminatory school discipline lawyer representing families may explore …
Can Patients File an Emergency Room Discrimination Lawsuit?
People go to the emergency room because they need help now—not later. Patients expect doctors and hospital staff to make decisions based on medical need, not personal assumptions or unequal treatment. But some patients later question whether they were treated differently from others. That leads many people to ask: Can patients file an emergency room …
Attorney Ben Crump to Announce Lawsuit Against Grady Hospital and Grady EMS Over Death of 15-Year-Old Mandy Sylvester
ATLANTA, Ga. (June 18, 2026) –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump will join the family of Amanda “Mandy” Sylvester at a news conference Friday. They will announce a lawsuit filed against Grady Memorial Hospital Corporation and Grady EMS over the 15-year-old’s death. According to the lawsuit, Mandy collapsed while running …
Attorney Ben Crump to Announce Lawsuit Against Aunt Martha’s and Security Contractor After Convicted Supervisor Sexually Abused Teen in State Care
Suit alleges a South Side residential facility and its security firm ignored repeated warning signs while a night supervisor, now a convicted felon, abused a vulnerable youth in DCFS custody CHICAGO (June 17, 2026) — Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump will join Yadira Escamilla and co-counsel Levin & Perconti at …
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