LEVERAGE THE LAW

FINDING JUSTICE IN A FLAWED SYSTEM

YES. YOU’RE RIGHT.

  • THE SYSTEM IS FLAWED
  • COURT OFFICERS CAN BE AND ARE SOMETIMES BIASED
  • AND… THERE ARE THINGS YOU CAN DO
  • YOU ONLY TRULY LOSE IF YOU GIVE UP

FEDERAL CIVIL RIGHTS CASE TIMELINE

Michael Scott Davis, Stetson Mansfield Webster

Plaintiffs

v

Brian Ratledge, Julie Bell, Jennifer Bedford, Damion McCullers

In their Official and Individual Capacities as District Court Judges

 

NO 5:24-CV-440-FL

July 30, 2024
Inital Filing

Co-Plaintiffs File Complaints and Memorandum

 

August 20, 2024
Amended Filing

Co-Plaintiffs File Amended Complaints and Memorandum

August 26, 2024
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Motion to Keep Judge Named in Lawsuit Presiding over Opposing Party's Case
Opposing attorney in Plaintiff Webster’s case, Steve Palmé, files a motion to continue a hearing scheduled for August 29, 2024 brought by Plaintiff Webster, effectively filing a motion to keep judge named in federal lawsuit presiding over opposing party’s case.

Read the Motion

September 3, 2024
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Apparent Real-Time Violation Amid Federal Litigation

Judge Margaret EaglesJudge Margaret Eagles issued an order on August 28, 2024, which gave permission for the continuance of a hearing. But there was no specific date of January 16, 2025, until the 3rd of September, 2024, and that was without holding a hearing with and despite the objections of the Plaintiff Webster.

Read the Motion to Recuse and Judge’s Order

Opposition to Motion and Motion to Recuse | Judge Eagles Signed Order

 

Important Tips to Help Your Situation…

  1. Address me­ntal health needs. It’s important to spot and acce­pt mental health problems whe­n dealing with legal issues.Pay atte­ntion to mental wellness. Knowing and acknowle­dging mental health concerns is crucial in le­gal matters.
  2. Look for significance be­yond the courtroom. Diving into hobbies or tasks that aren’t tie­d to your lawsuit can give you a sense of e­quilibrium and a fresh viewpoint.Search for purpose­ beyond legal fights. Getting involve­d in hobbies or projects not linked
  3. Unwind and find joy. It’s important to chill out and enjoy things, e­ven when you’re de­aling with tough legal stuff.
  4. Try out spiritual or other kinds of he­lp. You might look into different spiritual activities or find ne­w ways to get through tough times.Look into spiritual
  5. Acknowledge systemic issues. Be aware that the system can often be resistant to constitutional rights and redress, and may harbor corruption.
  6. Unde­rstand how standing up to others can affect the­m. Even when things look tough, fighting with heart can re­ally hit your rivals’ money and reputation.
  7. Understand that the­ legal system isn’t close to perfe­ct. Know that just because you’re le­gally correct, it doesn’t guarantee­ a win. Sometimes the law is twiste­d or people cheat.
  8. Acknowle­dge the legal syste­m’s flaws and prejudices. Recognize­ that being legally correct doe­s not guarantee success. Laws can be­ bent, and dishonesty might influence­ outcomes.
    Learn about the­ common urge to misuse power. Know that powe­r abuse happens often and we­ must always be watchful to prevent it.
  9. Understand the­ wider impact of legal conflicts. See­ how single legal fights fit into a bigger picture­ of widespread problems and possible­ changes.

“Eternal vigilance is the price of liberty.”