Posted on Apr 23, 2015
Should Michael Brown's parents be able to sue the city over son's death?
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I get it!
What happened between Michael Brown and Officer Wilson was tragic.
But the GRAND JURY found that officer Wilson was NOT at fault, how is another jury going to say that Brown's death was wrongful? I believe Officer Wilson was the victim in this case. Just much like the case I just sat on. If the lead detective says he can't say the defendant was in possession, then how does he expect us to?
Even more so, I don't understand how two parents that left him a gammys are able to bring up a lawsuit. He lived there until his death. Grandma should be getting that money, if there is any won.
AND moms might face some felony charges of her own... because of money.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/michael-brown-mom-face-felony-armed-robbery-charges-article-1.2001373
SO if this doesn't prove that all they were interested in was fame and monetary gain, I don't know what else will. I think this has gone beyond Ridiculous.
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/civil-lawsuit-set-filed-michael-browns-death-30519005
What happened between Michael Brown and Officer Wilson was tragic.
But the GRAND JURY found that officer Wilson was NOT at fault, how is another jury going to say that Brown's death was wrongful? I believe Officer Wilson was the victim in this case. Just much like the case I just sat on. If the lead detective says he can't say the defendant was in possession, then how does he expect us to?
Even more so, I don't understand how two parents that left him a gammys are able to bring up a lawsuit. He lived there until his death. Grandma should be getting that money, if there is any won.
AND moms might face some felony charges of her own... because of money.
http://www.nydailynews.com/news/national/michael-brown-mom-face-felony-armed-robbery-charges-article-1.2001373
SO if this doesn't prove that all they were interested in was fame and monetary gain, I don't know what else will. I think this has gone beyond Ridiculous.
http://abcnews.go.com/US/wireStory/civil-lawsuit-set-filed-michael-browns-death-30519005
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Should they be able to sue. Yes. should they win... Absolutely not! Should they pay legal fees, YES!
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Every citizen has access to the legal system. In this case, they also (will hopefully) have the right to pay court costs when it is thrown out for being absolutely frivolous.
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The right to seek redress for grievances even through lawsuit should not be limited.
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Capt Richard I P.
LTC Yinon Weiss Sir I hid one of your posts that appeared to be redundant to protect continuity.
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MAJ (Join to see)
Which certainly will come out if a Judge even accepts the case. The point is the ability to file suit vs the ability to win a suit. Anyone should be able to make a grievance. Judges should have ample opportunity to throw out fraudulent and frivolous cases such as this, and seek debarment of the lawyers if severe enough.
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SGT (Join to see)
Sorry I might've misspoke... But until his death, he lived with grandma. I don't want to give the wrong idea out.
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PO1 Glenn Boucher
Personally I think so many people are "civil suit" happy when a "loved one" is injured or killed by police. If you are properly raising your loved one and doing your dam best to do right by them and then for some reason they get injured or killed by a police officer and its found that the police officer didn't follow protocol then sue your butts off. However if the loved one is a typical criminal, even a low level criminal, and the police officer is not negligent in their duties by using lethal force then forget any lawsuits. Yeah it sucks the big one to lose your loved one no matter the circumstances but don't be a burden on society and then expect to collect a payday at the cost of the city or state.
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Now SGT (Join to see), before you tear me a new sphincter, let me explain.
They should be able to sue. However, they should ALSO be held liable for any fees that are charged & be able to face countersuits from named private individuals (chief of police & officer Wilson). To quote the family lawyer, "The evidence has not changed, but the way it will be presented has."
So, how can he possible change the way the evidence will be presented to make it refute the findings of the local & federal investigations? This is nothing but a game to extend 15 minutes of fame that never should have been. HE caused his own death. HE chose his actions that day: strong-armed robbery, walking down the middle of the street (which is what got him noticed by officer Wilson), & then attacking officer Wilson.
They should be able to sue. However, they should ALSO be held liable for any fees that are charged & be able to face countersuits from named private individuals (chief of police & officer Wilson). To quote the family lawyer, "The evidence has not changed, but the way it will be presented has."
So, how can he possible change the way the evidence will be presented to make it refute the findings of the local & federal investigations? This is nothing but a game to extend 15 minutes of fame that never should have been. HE caused his own death. HE chose his actions that day: strong-armed robbery, walking down the middle of the street (which is what got him noticed by officer Wilson), & then attacking officer Wilson.
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SSgt (Join to see)
Tell me, SPC Rishawn Perreau, when you went to firearms training, did you train to shoot at the arm or the leg? Can you explain why witness testimony changed from "that officer killed him while he was on his knees w/ his hands in the air" to "he was running back at the officer when he got shot"? Can you explain why the entry/exit wounds match the testimony that he was shot while facing officer Wilson, not while running away?
Defend your stance with evidence, not media hearsay. When you do that, people will listen to you. If you cannot, then you become just another spouting mouth mimicking what the news wants you to hear.
There's a reason this is no longer a major story in the news. All the evidence shows that the officer performed a "good shoot" & that the story that he was being attacked by a man that out-sized him was true. Both on the local & Federal level.
Defend your stance with evidence, not media hearsay. When you do that, people will listen to you. If you cannot, then you become just another spouting mouth mimicking what the news wants you to hear.
There's a reason this is no longer a major story in the news. All the evidence shows that the officer performed a "good shoot" & that the story that he was being attacked by a man that out-sized him was true. Both on the local & Federal level.
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LT (Join to see)
A counter-suit from Officer Wilson would be interesting. I have no idea how realistic it would be in a legal/court setting, but I would hope that he would have some sort of claim against a loss of future earnings due to slander/libel by the Brown family and the press.
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It would take such action in order to rein in frivolous lawsuits like this. The evidence will not change. To quote the Brown family lawyer, "The evidence has not changed. The way it will be present has, though."
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PO1 (Join to see)
Will they sue? It depends on the laws. Criminally, it is beyond a reasonable doubt, but civilly, will it vary? If "the city" was found to be at fault for 20% of the decisions made that day, does that mean that his family can have claim on 20% of all damages felt? Will they not sue? What will not suing tell other people? That they actually believe that their son was in the wrong? I guess when I read what I have written, it all comes down to a matter of money and pride.
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If anyone has a claim on the suffering, it would be the Grandma who had him dumped on her.
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I have long supported a premise that would eliminate silly suits. Anyone suing another should be liable for up to the amount they are suing for show the suit be found groundless.
Everyone immediately says that discriminates against the poor. But could be covered by lowering the amount of liability to accommodate.
Everyone immediately says that discriminates against the poor. But could be covered by lowering the amount of liability to accommodate.
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What happened to him wasn't horrible at all. If he'd have simply complied with the officers commands and LAWFUL orders NONE of this would have happened. Instead he CHOSE to take the route of a criminal and ultimately paid the price for his CHOICE in his way of life. His death was not wrongful nor were the actions of Officer Wilson. In fact Wilson should be able to sue Brown's parents. People forget that due to the choices of their knuckleheaded son, Wilson had to quit the force and is now probably struggling to find work. Struggling to blend in. In effect that Brown also killed Wilson figuratively. He killed his lifestyle. He killed his career. He killed everything that Officer Wilson knew aside from his family and friends. And he has to go to bed every single night knowing that he killed another human being.
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MAJ Robert (Bob) Petrarca
I agree. Police may be quick on the draw and that needs to be fixed, but they wouldn't have to be if the offenders would surrender to lawful commands knowing full well they have done wrong. Even the incident where the police officer shot 8 times at close range - yes completely in the wrong - but the suspect chose to flee knowing he was wanted.
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SGT (Join to see)
I can't like this enough.... so here's an extra Thumbs UP!!
I think, since EVERYONE CAN sue, that officer Wilson Should.
I think, since EVERYONE CAN sue, that officer Wilson Should.
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The difference between Criminal Cases and Civil Cases are ridiculously stupid.
Unfortunately, the City of Ferguson will settle for a stupid amount of money which isn't necessary for parents who did not have parental responsibility of Mr. Brown and further a fiscal deficit to a City which has been destroyed, at least twice.
Unfortunately, the City of Ferguson will settle for a stupid amount of money which isn't necessary for parents who did not have parental responsibility of Mr. Brown and further a fiscal deficit to a City which has been destroyed, at least twice.
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They should be allowed to sue, but they should also be prepared to loose....and if so, they should pay ALL the court related fees....
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It is a great country. In it anyone can sue anyone for anything.
Too bad there are always lawyers who will take the suit.
Too bad there are always lawyers who will take the suit.
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