Self-driving cars and robotaxis are becoming more common in many American cities. Companies say these vehicles use advanced sensors, cameras, and artificial intelligence to prevent crashes. But when technology fails, the consequences can be devastating. Families who lose a loved one in a self-driving car crash may be left asking a difficult question: How do …
DALLAS, Texas (Feb. 16, 2026) – Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump and Ben Crump Law attorneys Paul Grinke and Aaron Dekle have secured a $13 million settlement on behalf of the family of James Smith, an elderly Dallas resident who was run over and killed during a late-night towing incident …
When body camera footage is not released after a serious police encounter, families and communities are left searching for answers. In the case involving Eboni Pouncey, many are asking why the video has not yet been made public. Delays in releasing footage can last weeks or even months—especially when an incident involves injury, arrest, or …
Many people assume body cameras must stay on during arrests. In reality, the rules depend on department policy—but turning off a camera during an arrest often raises serious concerns. What the Rules Usually Require Most police departments require cameras to remain on during: Arrests Use of force Searches Detentions Citizen encounters Turning off a camera …
Police body cameras are meant to protect the public and promote accountability. When officers fail to activate cameras, turn them off, delete footage, or delay release, the harm can be serious. Victims may suffer physical injuries, emotional trauma, wrongful arrest, or the loss of a loved one—without video evidence to prove what really happened. Compensation …
When police body camera footage disappears, victims are often told nothing can be done. That is not always true. A police body camera misconduct lawyer helps uncover what happened, preserve remaining evidence, and hold departments accountable through police body camera misconduct compensation. How Lawyers Help in Body Camera Cases An experienced civil rights lawyer can: …
When a loved one dies in jail, families are often handed a short explanation and a long list of unanswered questions. If medical care was delayed, denied, or ignored, that loss may qualify as a jail medical neglect wrongful death claim. The next question becomes unavoidable: How much compensation may be available after a jail …
When a loved one dies shortly after being booked into jail, families are often told the same thing: “We followed procedure.” “There was nothing we could do.” “Medical issues are complicated.” But a death after jail intake screening often raises a harsh question that deserves an honest answer: Who is responsible—and why wasn’t it prevented? …
For decades, military families trusted the water at Camp Lejeune. Many had no warning that the base water systems were contaminated, while Marines, civilian workers, and children drank it, cooked with it, and bathed in it. Today, Camp Lejeune water contamination health claims exist because thousands of people suffered life-changing illnesses after exposure to toxic …
Police brutality cases are complex. When qualified immunity is involved, they become even more difficult. A police brutality lawyer helps victims understand their rights and build strong cases against unlawful conduct. Without legal help, many valid police brutality qualified immunity compensation claims are dismissed before they are fully heard. What a Police Brutality Lawyer Does …
The burden of proof determines who must prove a claim and how strong the evidence must be to convince a judge or jury to accept it. Whether you are pursuing a civil lawsuit or involved in a criminal case, understanding this standard can shape your entire legal strategy. At Ben Crump Law, our civil rights …
The Jason Walker shooting sparked nationwide questions about police use of force, accountability, and the rights of families seeking answers after a deadly encounter. While every case is different, the tragedy involving Jason Walker underscores a painful truth: families are often left with more questions than answers. And a wrongful death lawyer can help. At …
The shooting of Ta’Kiya Young left a community grieving and searching for answers. When a young mother loses her life during an encounter with law enforcement, the pain is deep, the questions are urgent, and the demand for accountability becomes essential. If someone you love is killed through the use of excessive force, recklessness, or …
ORLANDO, Fla. (November 14, 2025) –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump, who represents the family of Gerald Neal, issued the following statement after the State Attorney’s Office announced it will not file criminal charges against Orlando Police Officer Christopher Moulton: “Gerald Neal was an innocent bystander who died during a …
The tragic circumstances surrounding the death of Trey Reed—a 21-year-old student at Delta State University in Mississippi—have left his family, campus, and community with more questions than answers. According to reports, Trey’s body was discovered hanging from a tree on the university’s campus on Monday morning, September 15, 2025. (Newsweek) While official statements indicate that …
Racial discrimination—whether in the workplace, schools, housing, or public institutions—remains one of the most persistent civil-rights challenges in America. For many victims, the first step toward justice begins with a racial discrimination lawyer who knows how to expose bias, demand accountability, and win meaningful compensation. A racial discrimination attorney doesn’t just pursue money; they pursue …
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (October 29, 2025) –– Nationally renowned civil rights and personal injury attorney Ben Crump and Attorney Sue-Ann Robinson have released the following statement on the anniversary of the death of Shanquella Robinson. Robinson was killed while vacationing in Mexico in October 2022. According to Mexican prosecutors, one of Robinson’s travel mates was identified …
Losing a loved one unexpectedly is devastating—especially when their death could have been prevented. When negligence, carelessness, or recklessness causes a fatal injury, surviving family members may have the legal right to pursue justice through a wrongful death lawsuit. This process holds negligent individuals, corporations, or institutions accountable and helps secure the financial support your …
The question “How large can settlements get when law-enforcement agencies face racial-bias claims?” is increasingly relevant—and often misunderstood—by victims of policing discrimination and civil-rights attorneys alike. The truth is, settlement amounts vary widely and depend on the nature of the misconduct, the jurisdiction, and the strength of the claim. Our civil rights attorneys believe justice …
The sudden loss of a family member is a tragedy no one should endure, especially when the careless, reckless, or negligent actions of another person or company cause that death. While no amount of money can truly compensate for your grief, a wrongful death lawsuit is your legal option to seek justice and financial stability …
