DR. MELINA ABDULLAH, ET AL. vs. JACQUELYN LACEY, ET AL.
The lawsuit involves members of BLM-LA who peacefully protested and demanded a meeting with the community at the home of defendant Jackie Lacey. Defendant David Lacey, armed with a registered firearm, opened the door and pointed the gun at the protesters, threatening to shoot them. The plaintiffs allege that the defendants' actions constitute negligence, civil rights violations, assault and battery, and intentional infliction of emotional distress. As a result, each plaintiff suffered severe emotional and physical injuries and incurred medical expenses. The plaintiffs are seeking damages for their pain and suffering, medical expenses, and attorney fees, as well as a civil penalty for the defendants' civil rights violations. The lawsuit includes causes of action for reckless negligence, civil rights violations, and assault. The plaintiffs are also demanding a jury trial on all issues.
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