Van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin Represents Family in Lincoln University Wrongful Death Lawsuit

June 11, 2026 |

By van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin

Van der Veen, Hartshorn & Levin is representing the family of Ju'Juan Jeffers in a wrongful death lawsuit against Lincoln University following a fatal shooting that occurred during the university's 2025 homecoming celebration.

The lawsuit alleges that inadequate security measures, insufficient crowd control, and delays in emergency response contributed to the tragedy. Through this legal action, the family seeks accountability and advocates for meaningful changes to campus safety policies and emergency preparedness to help prevent similar incidents in the future.

The case has attracted significant media attention and has been covered by several local and regional news outlets. Read the articles below to learn more about the lawsuit and the allegations raised in the complaint.

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