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Criminal Defense Attorney Fights For Clients With Mental Disabilities

Compassion and understanding are crucial in advocating for individuals with mental disabilities within the legal system.
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Woman gets probation for fatal stabbing during weed-induced psychosis

A Thousand Oaks woman who claimed cannabis-induced psychosis as a defense was sentenced to probation and community service.
A prosecutor's medical expert agreed that the behavior was the result of cannabis-induced psychosis, leading to a reduced charge of involuntary manslaughter.

Solicitor accused of stealing 400 from his client insisted he returned the money, trial hears

Cahir O'Higgins denies theft and legal obstruction charges related to his representation of a client, challenging the prosecution's evidence.

Woman gets probation for fatal stabbing during weed-induced psychosis

A Thousand Oaks woman who claimed cannabis-induced psychosis as a defense was sentenced to probation and community service.
A prosecutor's medical expert agreed that the behavior was the result of cannabis-induced psychosis, leading to a reduced charge of involuntary manslaughter.

Solicitor accused of stealing 400 from his client insisted he returned the money, trial hears

Cahir O'Higgins denies theft and legal obstruction charges related to his representation of a client, challenging the prosecution's evidence.
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Judge rejects mistrial, acquittal motions from Nima Momeni's defense attorneys

Lead investigator's statement about Momeni's custody may have prejudiced jury, resulting in denial of mistrial request despite defense's concerns.

No More 'Three-Course Meals': Diddy's Lawyer Says Jail Food Has Been 'Rough' On Client's Gourmet Palate

Sean 'Diddy' Combs is struggling with the basic food options while awaiting trial, compared to his usual gourmet meals.

A Public Defender's Radical Approach to Representing the January 6th Rioters

The article explores the personal perspectives of a public defender and her unique clients involved in the January 6th insurrection.

Where Is Leslie Abramson, the Menendez Brothers' Attorney, Now?

Leslie Abramson was a determined defense attorney for the Menendez brothers, emphasizing their victimization over being labeled as monsters.
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Jury selection will begin in Hunter Biden's tax trial months after his gun conviction

Hunter Biden's trial will assess tax evasion claims set against a backdrop of addiction issues and extravagant spending.
Jurisdiction over trial focus is limited to the tax charges, minimizing potential bias from personal history.

Brooklyn attorneys have prominent roles in gang case of rappers who appeared at Bronx Trump rally

Two of Trump's rally guests, Sheff G and Sleepy Hollow, are involved in a major felony gang case in Brooklyn.

Jury selection will begin in Hunter Biden's tax trial months after his gun conviction

Hunter Biden's trial will assess tax evasion claims set against a backdrop of addiction issues and extravagant spending.
Jurisdiction over trial focus is limited to the tax charges, minimizing potential bias from personal history.

Brooklyn attorneys have prominent roles in gang case of rappers who appeared at Bronx Trump rally

Two of Trump's rally guests, Sheff G and Sleepy Hollow, are involved in a major felony gang case in Brooklyn.
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Opinion | How Trump's Team Blew It

The criminal trial of Donald Trump could have ended differently if his defense team had adopted a different strategy.
Having a compelling counternarrative is crucial for the defense to win, especially in the face of a strong prosecution.
Simplifying the defense's story and presentation is key to winning over jurors in a trial.

I Mean, Come On': Jeffrey Toobin Not Buying CNN Panelist's Jury Nullification' Theory in Trump Trial

Jury nullification unlikely in Trump's New York criminal trial.

Brooklyn Defenders celebrate legislative successes in 2023 annual report

Brooklyn Defenders, in their 2023 report, showcased impactful legal advocacy across various areas, with high success rates in criminal cases.

Defending A Client Charged With Murder Probably Isn't The Best Time To Catch Some Zs

The Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court ruled that a man convicted of first-degree murder deserves a retrial because his defense lawyer fell asleep multiple times during the trial.
The court stated that the lawyer's actions deprived the defendant of his constitutional right to counsel and potentially compromised the fairness of the trial.
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