When the Criminal System Fails: Why Civil Lawsuits Are Sometimes the Only Path to Justice

When the criminal justice system fails—and it often does—civil lawsuits become the only way survivors can speak their truth. From Cassie to Lil Rod, these aren’t just headlines. They’re bold declarations of power, pain, and the pursuit of justice. Civil court isn’t a backup plan—it’s a battleground. And it deserves our respect.