Summary: The legal action involves Yeayo Russell, the plaintiff, and her minor son D.F., who are suing the County of Los Angeles and unidentified defendants (Does 1-10) for alleged civil rights infringements. The plaintiffs contend that on July 14, 2022, during a traffic stop, deputies from the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD) assaulted Ms. Russell without justification and employed excessive force while she was cradling her newborn child. The deputies are alleged to have repeatedly struck Ms. Russell in the face, resulting in physical injuries such as swelling, bruising, bleeding, and pain, and forcibly separated the newborn from her while she was breastfeeding. The plaintiffs further assert that the deputies obstructed their attempts to record the incident and denied Ms. Russell necessary medical attention. They maintain that the county endorsed the unlawful conduct of its employees, including police officers and other staff, who they allege abused their power by using excessive force and disregarding human life and safety. The county is also accused by the plaintiffs of failing to adequately discipline its officers, maintaining insufficient procedures for reporting and controlling misconduct, and endorsing the use of excessive force. The lawsuit contends that the county's policies, practices, and customs directly resulted in their injuries and that the county's lack of adequate training directly contributed to their injuries. The plaintiffs argue that the county's failure to provide sufficient training indicates a deliberate, reckless, and callous disregard for their constitutional rights. The lawsuit includes claims for relief under the Fourth Amendment, alleging unreasonable search and seizure, excessive force, and wrongful arrest. The plaintiffs also assert that the defendants violated their rights to be free from unreasonable and excessive force, and that the county failed to adequately train its officers regarding the use of physical force. The plaintiffs are seeking both compensatory and punitive damages, as well as attorney fees, for physical injuries, emotional distress, medical expenses, violation of their constitutional rights, and other related costs. They also seek damages for mental anguish, physical pain and suffering, loss of enjoyment of life, and other financial losses. The case has been filed in the Western Division of the Central District of California, as the incident took place in Los Angeles County, specifically in the City of Palmdale. The plaintiffs have requested a jury trial.