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SF parents
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Man who was recruited to help carry out Jennifer Pan murder plot convicted of manslaughter | CBC News

David Mylvaganam received a life sentence for his role in a murder-for-hire plot that resulted in the death of Bich Ha Pan.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Manslaughter trial told punch was 'defensive'

A football fan claims he threw a punch in self-defense, resulting in the death of another man during a night out in London.
SF parents
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Man who was recruited to help carry out Jennifer Pan murder plot convicted of manslaughter | CBC News

David Mylvaganam received a life sentence for his role in a murder-for-hire plot that resulted in the death of Bich Ha Pan.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Manslaughter trial told punch was 'defensive'

A football fan claims he threw a punch in self-defense, resulting in the death of another man during a night out in London.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
20 minutes ago

Manhattan judge declines to toss charges of alleged killer in Etan Patz case, setting stage for third trial | amNewYork

Pedro Hernandez, convicted of abducting and killing Etan Patz, faces a potential third trial after his 2017 conviction was overturned due to jury instruction errors.
#nypd
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Judge grants cop who killed Bronx man with cooler bail days after sentencing | amNewYork

Erik Duran, an NYPD officer, received bail after being sentenced for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey, with support from his union.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NYPD hero Jonathan Diller's murder trial erupts in chaos as jury split shockingly revealed

The jury's verdict in the trial of Guy Rivera for the murder of NYPD officer Jonathan Diller was chaotic and ultimately inconclusive.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Judge grants cop who killed Bronx man with cooler bail days after sentencing | amNewYork

Erik Duran, an NYPD officer, received bail after being sentenced for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey, with support from his union.
Law
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

NYPD hero Jonathan Diller's murder trial erupts in chaos as jury split shockingly revealed

The jury's verdict in the trial of Guy Rivera for the murder of NYPD officer Jonathan Diller was chaotic and ultimately inconclusive.
fromwww.theguardian.com
10 hours ago

The Trial review searing record of Argentina's courtroom reckoning with its brutal dirty war'

Composed entirely of courtroom footage from the landmark 1985 Trial of the Juntas, where nine military officials including dictator-in-chief Jorge Rafael Videla were prosecuted for their crimes, Ulises de la Orden's searing documentary makes for a profound work of preservation and remembrance.
Madrid food
US politics
fromwww.socialmediatoday.com
1 day ago

Judge sides with plaintiffs in case against online ICE trackers

A judge granted a preliminary injunction allowing a Facebook group to continue monitoring ICE activities, citing First Amendment rights against government suppression.
California
fromsfist.com
2 days ago

Saturday Links: Man Suspected of Killing Laney College Coach Ruled Incompetent to Stand Trial

Cedric Irving was ruled mentally incompetent to stand trial for the murder of Laney College football coach John Beam.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
4 days ago

A jury declared Live Nation a monopoly. But ticket prices won't drop just yet

Ticketmaster and Live Nation found to be monopolistic, impacting competition and consumer prices in the live entertainment industry.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Jury awards $11.8 million to Dodgers fan blinded by LAPD during World Series celebration

A federal jury awarded $11.8 million to Isaac Castellanos, who lost vision in one eye due to LAPD excessive force during a Dodgers celebration.
Washington DC
fromwww.vox.com
4 days ago

Trump's DOJ wants to undo January 6 convictions

The Trump administration seeks to vacate convictions of January 6 rioters, framing them as victims of wrongful prosecution.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

A single Epstein email shines a light on myths about American justice and art | Alex Duran

Jes Staley's email reflects a racist view on cultural pacification and the role of hip-hop in society.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Almost 200 prisoners released in error' last year in UK's broken' jail system

Almost 200 prisoners were mistakenly released in England and Wales last year, causing significant strain on police resources.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

Brothers on trial for murder, 40 years ago

Michael Stewart allegedly called for an ambulance from a phone box immediately after the attack, but a search for the injured man was called off after he hung up.
London politics
#death-penalty
Law
fromSlate Magazine
3 hours ago

This Looming Tennessee Execution Would Be One of the Most Abhorrent in History. There's Still Time to Stop It.

Tennessee plans to execute Tony Carruthers, highlighting severe flaws in the justice system, including forced self-representation and reliance on unreliable informants.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
3 hours ago

This Looming Tennessee Execution Would Be One of the Most Abhorrent in History. There's Still Time to Stop It.

Tennessee plans to execute Tony Carruthers, highlighting severe flaws in the justice system, including forced self-representation and reliance on unreliable informants.
US politics
fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking info about RI voters

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit for detailed voter data from Rhode Island, citing federal law and privacy concerns.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Turning Defense Into Offense - Above the Law

Jack Hughes' game-winning goal exemplifies a successful transition from defense to offense, paralleling patent litigators' proactive strategies against infringement allegations.
Law
fromPsychology Today
1 day ago

Why False Confessions Are Surprisingly Common

False confessions are more prevalent than believed, leading to severe consequences and misconceptions among legal professionals and the public.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 days ago

Magicians Penn & Teller file Supreme Court brief questioning use of 'investigative hypnosis'

Penn & Teller challenge the validity of 'investigative hypnosis' in criminal cases, arguing it misleads witnesses and lacks scientific support.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The rape case that became one of Britain's greatest miscarriages of justice

A young woman was brutally raped in 2003, leading to a miscarriage of justice for an innocent man who spent 17 years in prison.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Ordered free, still locked up: Judges fume as Trump administration holds ICE detainees

Judge Troy Nunley sanctioned a DOJ attorney for failing to release detained immigrants as ordered, highlighting systemic issues in immigration enforcement.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Woman killed sister and snatched Rolex, court told

Nancy Pexton, 69, is accused of fatally stabbing her sister, Jennifer Abbott Dauward, in the neck and stealing her diamond-encrusted gold Rolex watch. The incident occurred on June 10 in Camden, London.
London politics
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

'Terrible shroud of sadness': jury finds mentally ill man not guilty of trying to murder brother

A Mullingar man was found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity after attacking his brother with a hammer and knife.
fromThe Verge
4 days ago

Live Nation says it will fight monopoly suit loss

The jury found that Ticketmaster overcharged consumers $1.72 per ticket. Live Nation argues the up to $280 million it pledged in its settlement with the Justice Department and a handful of states will ultimately prove larger than the sum based on the jury award.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
3 weeks ago

DOJ Lawyers Just Had to Make One of Their Most Embarrassing Confessions Yet

The Department of Justice offered a startling confession to a court on Tuesday, acknowledging that it repeatedly made a 'material mistaken statement of fact' while defending Immigration and Customs Enforcement arrests of noncitizens at immigration court.
US politics
Philosophy
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

You Can't Salvage A Bad Judge By Calling Them Postmodern - Above the Law

Postmodern analysis offers useful concepts for understanding contemporary disenchantment with traditional meaning systems, exemplified by judicial figures like Lawrence VanDyke who adopt unconventional approaches to legal writing.
Law
fromPOLITICO
6 days ago

Cherfilus-McCormick attorneys request federal trial delay

Edwin Cherfilus-McCormick faces serious legal challenges, including potential expulsion from Congress and significant prison time if convicted.
Law
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
Law
fromPadailypost
6 days ago

Stanford medical professor who was wrongfully arrested wins $58 million verdict

A jury awarded $58 million to Dr. James Quinn for wrongful arrest by Chemence Medical amid a contract dispute.
#jury-trial-reform
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour lawyers blocked' from briefing MPs on jury trials overhaul before vote

Labour MPs opposing jury trial cuts faced blocked access to legal briefings from affiliated lawyers, with 65 MPs potentially voting against the courts and tribunals bill.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour lawyers blocked' from briefing MPs on jury trials overhaul before vote

Labour MPs opposing jury trial cuts faced blocked access to legal briefings from affiliated lawyers, with 65 MPs potentially voting against the courts and tribunals bill.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Billing 34.5 Hours In A Day, New ABA Recusal Opinion, Shortcomings In SCOTUS Ethics Rules, Pro Se AI Sanctions, Extra Time For Bar Exam, Purging Immigration Judges & More - Above the Law

Lawyers must disclose information that could lead to a judge's disqualification, balancing this with client confidentiality obligations.
NYC LGBT
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Jury convicts Alexander brothers after monthlong trial | amNewYork

Three luxury real estate brothers were convicted on all counts of sex trafficking, sexual assault, and exploitation after a month-long trial with testimony from 11 women victims.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

The Terrible, Hidden Stakes of One of the Thorniest Supreme Court Cases of This Term

Pitchford v. Cain highlights the complexities of racial discrimination claims in jury selection within the constraints of modern habeas corpus law.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

David Lammy's controversial court reforms supported by MPs after Commons vote

David Lammy's Courts and Tribunals Bill passed its first parliamentary stage despite Labour backbench criticism that victim experiences are being exploited to advance judicial reforms limiting jury trials.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
#murder-charge
#criminal-justice
Law
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Brooklyn man accused of jury tampering sentenced after rare anonymous jurors murder trial

A Brooklyn drug dealer was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life after a fully anonymous jury was used following his attempt to pressure a juror in his first trial.
Law
fromNew York Daily News
1 month ago

Brooklyn man accused of jury tampering sentenced after rare anonymous jurors murder trial

A Brooklyn drug dealer was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life after a fully anonymous jury was used following his attempt to pressure a juror in his first trial.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
#criminal-trial
US news
fromwww.thereporter.com
1 month ago

Trial begins for Martinez man charged in two deaths

Richard Raymond Klein faces trial for two fatal shootings in 2022, with prosecutors presenting surveillance evidence, jail recordings, and witness testimony to establish motive and guilt.
US news
fromwww.thereporter.com
1 month ago

Trial begins for Martinez man charged in two deaths

Richard Raymond Klein faces trial for two fatal shootings in 2022, with prosecutors presenting surveillance evidence, jail recordings, and witness testimony to establish motive and guilt.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Get Out of My Courtroom!' Clip of Judge Viciously Berating IT Worker Ignites Trial by Fury on Social Media

A Texas judge faced backlash for berating an IT worker during a courtroom incident, highlighting issues of professionalism and respect in authority.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

State seeks July trial for Luigi Mangione

Luigi Mangione is charged with second-degree murder and other counts for the December 2024 shooting of health insurance executive Brian Thompson and pleaded not guilty.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Judge Throws IT Worker Out Of Courtroom For Doing His Job - Above the Law

Judges must balance their authority with humility and public service to avoid abusive behavior in courtrooms.
#mistrial
#kelsey-fitzsimmons
Law
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Closing arguments delivered in trial of Kelsey Fitzsimmons. Here's what happened.

Fitzsimmons is accused of assaulting a colleague before being shot by him during a restraining order service.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Why did Kelsey Fitzsimmons choose to have a judge decide her fate?

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault, with her fate decided by Judge Jeffrey T. Karp instead of a jury.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Closing arguments delivered in trial of Kelsey Fitzsimmons. Here's what happened.

Fitzsimmons is accused of assaulting a colleague before being shot by him during a restraining order service.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Why did Kelsey Fitzsimmons choose to have a judge decide her fate?

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault, with her fate decided by Judge Jeffrey T. Karp instead of a jury.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Perp Walk Is The Point - Above the Law

The Justice Department sought to publicize an image of Don Lemon in handcuffs while prosecuting protesters and attempted to suppress public docket records.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Drug convictions bar lawyer from bench but not from practicing law

Felony drug convictions prevent lawyer from becoming a judge but allow him to continue practicing law in Montana.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 months ago

Split CAFC Says Disputed Aspects of Testimony by Doctor's Experts are for Jury to Parse

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit (CAFC) issued a precedential decision on Tuesday, January 20, concluding that a district court abused its discretion in granting motions to exclude two of Dr. Mark A. Barry's experts and granting judgment as a matter of law (JMOL) to DePuy Synthes Companies. The panel included Judges Stark, Taranto and Prost and Judge Stark dissented.
Intellectual property law
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'Nothing about what is going on here is normal': A fight over evidence in Good, Pretti cases

State and county lawyers sought court orders to prevent federal agencies from destroying evidence and to compel evidence sharing after alleged mishandling in fatal shootings.
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

East Bay man faces combined murder trial in Solano County

Attorneys continued presentation of evidence to a judge in Solano County Superior Court Friday, part of arguments over whether a Martinez man charged in connection with two murders, committed months apart, in 2022 can be tried on both allegations at once, or whether the two shooting deaths should be tried separately. The hearing on the allegations against Richard Raymond Klein, 54, and the motion to sever the two murder charges
California
fromABA Journal
1 month ago

Federal judges speak out about threats becoming 'ordinary'

"What's most problematic is that the extraordinary has become ordinary. It's just a matter of course now that when you issue an opinion that some people don't like, you're going to get threats, you're going to get death threats, and that is obviously problematic on many levels."
Law
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
2 months ago

Letters: Renee Good slaying should go before a judge and jury

Law enforcement and political leaders must be held accountable for abuses of power, injustice, and failures to protect rights and democratic institutions.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Starmer indicates he will not U-turn on plan to scrap some jury trials

Keir Starmer insists on judge-only trials to reduce an 80,000-case crown court backlog and deliver faster justice to victims of misogynist violence.
fromGothamist
1 month ago

Luigi Mangione seeks trial delay, saying he wants to help pick his own jury

As a practical matter, this would not be possible. The defense lawyer said Mangione will be in court all day and return to jail beyond the hours when he would be able to have a visit with his lawyers. Friedman Agnifilo also said Mangione won't be allowed to look at the questionnaires by himself while in jail, because they'll include potential jurors' identifying information.
Law
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

IG is a drug': jury to deliberate as US trial over social media addiction wraps up

A jury trial concluded examining whether Meta and YouTube designed addictive platforms causing mental health harm in young people, with the jury beginning deliberations to determine negligence and causation.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Alexander brothers' defense team takes final swipe at victims' credibility in closing arguments after month-long trial | amNewYork

Defense attorneys for three luxury real estate brothers charged with sex trafficking argue accusers regret consensual encounters rather than experienced crimes, claiming insufficient evidence supports trafficking convictions.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | The disappearance of the criminal jury trial | amNewYork

Federal criminal trials have nearly disappeared, with fewer than 3% of cases going to trial compared to 20% in the mid-20th century, undermining the integrity of the criminal justice system.
Law
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Jurors hear closing arguments in Stanford protester trial

Five students are on trial accused of conspiring to occupy the Stanford president's office, causing over $300,000 in property damage during a June protest.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | Opening shots miss the mark in Alexander brothers trial amNewYork

Three brothers face federal sex trafficking charges alleging a calculated pattern of drugging, rape, recording, and celebration of assaults using promises of luxury.
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Charlie Adelson Pushes For Retrial - Above the Law

Michael Ufferman, representing Adelson, along with Laurel Cornell Niles, told the appellate court that 40% of potential jurors screened already had preconceived notions about his client's guilt. He argued this level of bias made it impossible to select an impartial jury....Ufferman pointed to specific instances where potential jurors allegedly lied about their knowledge of the case. He cited two examples where jurors denied forming opinions about guilt or posting on social media, despite evidence showing they had made posts about the case.
Law
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The Role of Witnesses in Strengthening Your Injury Case - Social Media Explorer

Witnesses play a crucial role in personal injury cases, often serving as the backbone of the evidence presented in court. Their testimonies can provide essential context and details that may not be captured through physical evidence alone. In many instances, the accounts of witnesses can corroborate the claims made by the injured party, lending credibility to their narrative. This is particularly important in personal injury cases, where the burden of proof lies with the plaintiff. A strong witness can help
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Tomorrow: Tales From The Witness Stand - What 'Winning' Expert Testimony Looks Like - Above the Law

Effective expert testimony requires credibility, clear translation of jargon, strategic cross-examination, and preparation incorporating technology to persuade judges and juries.
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