Supreme court declines to review Teel case; new trial date awaited
A wrongful death case involving the fatal shooting of Susan Teel is moving forward after the U.S. Supreme Court declined to review the matter. The decision sends the case back to federal court, where a new trial date is now being awaited following earlier delays. Attorneys Guy Rubin and Todd Norbraten, representing Dr. Dudley Teel, […]
Teel wrongful death suit against Sheriff’s office, deputy now set for July
The wrongful death lawsuit filed by Dr. Dudley Teel against the Indian River County Sheriff’s Office and Deputy Jonathan Lozada is now set for trial in July, marking a significant step forward in the case. The trial has been selected as part of a federal “pilot” program aimed at resuming jury trials following pandemic-related delays. […]
Man suing Leon County Sheriff’s Office after 2018 arrest
A Tallahassee man has filed a lawsuit against the Leon County Sheriff’s Office following a 2018 arrest that was later found to be based on a mistaken substance. Miles Evora alleges he was wrongfully detained and subjected to excessive force, including being tased and physically assaulted during the incident. Paul Aloise, representing Evora, have brought […]
Charges dropped against man arrested by deputy who later shot Teel
A prosecutor has dropped all charges against a man who was injured during an arrest by a sheriff’s deputy later involved in the fatal shooting of Susan Teel. The decision came after concerns over whether there was sufficient probable cause for the initial stop, raising questions about the circumstances surrounding the arrest. Attorneys Guy Rubin […]
Martin County Sheriff Will Snyder and fired deputy Steven O’Leary sued over tainted traffic stops
A federal lawsuit has been filed against Martin County Sheriff Will Snyder and former deputy Steven O’Leary over alleged misconduct during 2018 traffic stops. The plaintiffs claim they were wrongfully arrested as a result of tainted investigations, raising concerns about civil rights violations and unlawful policing practices. The case seeks damages exceeding $75,000 and brings […]
Deputy was facing suspension when he shot doc’s wife
New details reveal that Deputy Jonathan Lozada was under investigation for excessive force weeks before the fatal 2017 shooting of Susan Teel, raising concerns about whether he should have remained on active duty. The prior incident, which resulted in a suspect’s concussion, led to a suspension that was not enforced until months after the shooting. […]
Malik Jackson family sues city of Tallahassee over video showing his last moments
The father of Malik Jackson has filed a lawsuit against the City of Tallahassee, alleging invasion of privacy and emotional distress over the release of body camera footage showing his son’s final moments. The video, published following a grand jury decision, reportedly included graphic images of Jackson, prompting concerns from the family about how the […]
Palm Beach Co. judge rules father ‘not liable’ in 2015 disappearance of Tequesta teens
The Judge has ruled that Austin Stephanos’ father is not legally liable in the 2015 disappearance of Austin Stephanos and Perry Cohen, bringing a significant development in the long-running case. The court found that his actions, including conducting a search, did not increase the risk of harm to the teens. Guy Rubin representing Perry Cohen’s […]
Family, Attorneys Says They Were Mislead By The City About Malik Jackson Video Release
The family of Malik Jackson, along with their attorneys, have raised concerns over the City of Tallahassee’s release of body camera footage showing his death, saying they were misled about the nature and content of the video. The footage was made public following a grand jury decision that ruled the use of force in multiple […]
Malik Jackson’s family calls for his name to be remembered
The family of Malik Jackson is speaking out to ensure his life is remembered beyond the circumstances of his death, emphasizing who he was as a person and the impact he had on those around him. As attention surrounding the incident has grown, loved ones say his story has been overshadowed and are calling for […]
