Jack Smith Closes Up Shop, Defeated More by Voters Than by Jurors
Jack Smith's investigation into Trump concluded with greater complexities and challenges for prosecuting future presidents than anticipated.
Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in 2020 Election Case
Special counsel requests dismissal of charges against Trump due to policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, delaying accountability until after his term.
Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters undermine the Justice Department's efforts and the rule of law.
Laughable': Jack Smith Blows Up False' Trump Claims In Blistering Letters On Jan 6 Report
Jack Smith's report indicates Donald Trump would be convicted of crimes if not for winning the 2024 election, countering Trump's claims of political bias.
Smith emphasizes his independence as a prosecutor, refuting Trump's accusations of external influence.
How prosecuting Trump backfired
Trump's legal challenges have reinforced a perception of presidential immunity, complicating future accountability.
Prosecution efforts against Trump are stalled, impacting the rule of law.
The Supreme Court's ruling grants former presidents confidence in avoiding prosecution for official acts.
Jack Smith Closes Up Shop, Defeated More by Voters Than by Jurors
Jack Smith's investigation into Trump concluded with greater complexities and challenges for prosecuting future presidents than anticipated.
Jack Smith Moves to Dismiss Charges Against Trump in 2020 Election Case
Special counsel requests dismissal of charges against Trump due to policy against prosecuting sitting presidents, delaying accountability until after his term.
Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters undermine the Justice Department's efforts and the rule of law.
Laughable': Jack Smith Blows Up False' Trump Claims In Blistering Letters On Jan 6 Report
Jack Smith's report indicates Donald Trump would be convicted of crimes if not for winning the 2024 election, countering Trump's claims of political bias.
Smith emphasizes his independence as a prosecutor, refuting Trump's accusations of external influence.
How prosecuting Trump backfired
Trump's legal challenges have reinforced a perception of presidential immunity, complicating future accountability.
Prosecution efforts against Trump are stalled, impacting the rule of law.
The Supreme Court's ruling grants former presidents confidence in avoiding prosecution for official acts.
If Not for Trump's Return, Conviction at Trial Was Likely, Jack Smith Says
The investigation concluded that Trump could have been convicted for election subversion if not re-elected, underscoring the complexities of presidential immunity and accountability.
Jack Smith's Jan. 6 Trump Report Illuminates One Final Thing
Jack Smith's tenure as special counsel was crucial in prosecuting Trump for serious legal violations impacting democracy.
Top DC prosecutor: Trump pardons couldn't erase impact of Capitol riot convictions
Pardoning January 6 rioters cannot change the accountability established through legal actions taken against them, reaffirming the rule of law.
If Not for Trump's Return, Conviction at Trial Was Likely, Jack Smith Says
The investigation concluded that Trump could have been convicted for election subversion if not re-elected, underscoring the complexities of presidential immunity and accountability.
Jack Smith's Jan. 6 Trump Report Illuminates One Final Thing
Jack Smith's tenure as special counsel was crucial in prosecuting Trump for serious legal violations impacting democracy.
Top DC prosecutor: Trump pardons couldn't erase impact of Capitol riot convictions
Pardoning January 6 rioters cannot change the accountability established through legal actions taken against them, reaffirming the rule of law.
Trump aims to crush legal curbs on his climate rollback but it may not be easy
Despite Trump's deregulation promises, accountability lawsuits against fossil fuel companies persist due to overwhelming evidence of their climate deception.
Is climate change action a human right? A European court will rule for the first time
The European Court of Human Rights is hearing landmark climate change cases to enforce reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
This session marks the first time an international court will rule on climate change, potentially setting a precedent for global climate action.
Trump aims to crush legal curbs on his climate rollback but it may not be easy
Despite Trump's deregulation promises, accountability lawsuits against fossil fuel companies persist due to overwhelming evidence of their climate deception.
Is climate change action a human right? A European court will rule for the first time
The European Court of Human Rights is hearing landmark climate change cases to enforce reductions in greenhouse gas emissions.
This session marks the first time an international court will rule on climate change, potentially setting a precedent for global climate action.
Hochul Installs New Leader at Prison Where Inmate Was Fatally Beaten
Governor Hochul replaced the acting superintendent at Marcy Correctional Facility following a fatal inmate beating incident involving multiple staff members.
A health care provider that faced dozens of prisoner lawsuits is filing for bankruptcy
Wellpath's bankruptcy is delaying justice for families suing over incarcerated individuals' medical neglect, highlighting issues of accountability in healthcare for prisoners.
Going once going twice: Alex Jones' cameras, mics, Infowars show, vitamin site
A bankruptcy ruling may lead to the impending shutdown of Alex Jones' Infowars, redirecting assets to Sandy Hook families.
Foxtrot and Dom's Face a Lawsuit While Former Vendors Scramble For Solutions
Employees file lawsuit alleging lack of notice on mass layoffs by Outfox Hospitality.
A health care provider that faced dozens of prisoner lawsuits is filing for bankruptcy
Wellpath's bankruptcy is delaying justice for families suing over incarcerated individuals' medical neglect, highlighting issues of accountability in healthcare for prisoners.
Going once going twice: Alex Jones' cameras, mics, Infowars show, vitamin site
A bankruptcy ruling may lead to the impending shutdown of Alex Jones' Infowars, redirecting assets to Sandy Hook families.
Foxtrot and Dom's Face a Lawsuit While Former Vendors Scramble For Solutions
Employees file lawsuit alleging lack of notice on mass layoffs by Outfox Hospitality.
Veterans Affairs' Nurse Charged With Unlawfully Accessing Patient Health Information
A nurse unlawfully accessed a veteran's health information, highlighting the importance of privacy and the serious consequences of insider threats in healthcare.
Officer who beat unarmed man with a baton outside veteran's hospital gets a year in prison
Former police officer sentenced to a year for excessive force against an unarmed man at a VA Medical Center.
Veterans Affairs' Nurse Charged With Unlawfully Accessing Patient Health Information
A nurse unlawfully accessed a veteran's health information, highlighting the importance of privacy and the serious consequences of insider threats in healthcare.
Officer who beat unarmed man with a baton outside veteran's hospital gets a year in prison
Former police officer sentenced to a year for excessive force against an unarmed man at a VA Medical Center.
The International Criminal Court is facing doubts as its member states meet
The ICC faces intense scrutiny as it issues arrest warrants for Israeli officials, contrasting sharply with its previous actions against leaders like Putin.
Who Has the ICC Charged With War Crimes?
Netanyahu is now among the few sitting leaders charged by the International Criminal Court, raising international legal and diplomatic questions.
The International Criminal Court is facing doubts as its member states meet
The ICC faces intense scrutiny as it issues arrest warrants for Israeli officials, contrasting sharply with its previous actions against leaders like Putin.
Who Has the ICC Charged With War Crimes?
Netanyahu is now among the few sitting leaders charged by the International Criminal Court, raising international legal and diplomatic questions.
Cruise admits to filing false report to sway federal probe into San Francisco crash
Cruise LLC falsified reports about a serious pedestrian crash to mislead federal authorities, leading to a significant legal and financial consequence.
6ix9ine Sentenced to 45 Days in Federal Prison for Violating Probation
6ix9ine received a 45-day sentence for probation violations, underscoring legal accountability regardless of fame or status.
Opinion | The TikTokification of Social Media May Finally Be Its Undoing
Consumers have less control over their social media content as algorithms curate feeds more autonomously.
Legal systems are beginning to hold tech companies accountable for algorithm-driven impacts.
Instructor at Troubled Skydiving Spot Gets 2 Years After Faking Credentials
A skydiving instructor was sentenced to prison for fraudulently using another's credentials, raising concerns about safety at a troubled skydiving facility.
Alec Baldwin fired a gun on the set of 'Rust,' killing its cinematographer. Here's a timeline of the shocking incident.
Alec Baldwin's involvement in the 'Rust' shooting incident raises ongoing discussions about set safety and legal accountability in the film industry.
Prey behind bars: Over 150 additional victims say they were sexually abused inside NYC juvenile detention centers, lawsuit alleges | amNewYork
Hundreds of victims claim sexual abuse in juvenile detention centers, prompting new lawsuits and calls for accountability.
Former MHCC coach gets 13.5 years in prison for sexual exploitation of child
A former Mt. Hood Community College coach was sentenced to 13.5 years in prison for child exploitation.
'The highest end of moral blameworthiness': Toronto cop guilty of theft, fraud sentenced to 7 years in prison | CBC News
A former Toronto police officer was sentenced to seven years in prison for stealing from victims and falsifying reports, undermining public trust in law enforcement.
Former MHCC coach gets 13.5 years in prison for sexual exploitation of child
A former Mt. Hood Community College coach was sentenced to 13.5 years in prison for child exploitation.
'The highest end of moral blameworthiness': Toronto cop guilty of theft, fraud sentenced to 7 years in prison | CBC News
A former Toronto police officer was sentenced to seven years in prison for stealing from victims and falsifying reports, undermining public trust in law enforcement.
Caroline Ellison gets 2 years for covering up Sam Bankman-Fried's FTX fraud
Caroline Ellison received a 24-month sentence for her role in FTX fraud, showing remorse while acknowledging her complicity in significant financial crimes.
Civil jury clears all but 1 over "Trump Train" surrounding of Biden 2020 campaign bus in Texas
A federal jury cleared most Trump supporters but found one liable for threats against a Biden campaign bus, highlighting civil rights and accountability issues.
They're just shooting and shooting': Mother of Brooklyn man shot dead by cops says more training needed amid recent fatal encounters | amNewYork
The mother of Christian Emile claims police could have resolved the situation without using deadly force against her son.
Felon sentenced to 10 years for possessing ammunition in Brooklyn shooting
Leo Oliver sentenced to 10 years for federal ammunition possession and linked to two shootings in Brooklyn, evidencing ongoing gun violence issues.
Opinion | The Viral Blackout Challenge Is Killing Young People. Courts Are Finally Taking It Seriously.
Social media platforms may be held accountable for dangerous content promoted by their algorithms, as highlighted by the tragic case of Nylah Anderson.
Construction Company Owner Sentenced to Jail in 2019 Death of 5-Year-Old Brooklyn Girl in Wall Collapse
Nadeem Anwar sentenced to jail for the negligent death of 5-year-old Alysson Pinto-Chaumana due to unsafe construction practices.
Opinion | The Viral Blackout Challenge Is Killing Young People. Courts Are Finally Taking It Seriously.
Social media platforms may be held accountable for dangerous content promoted by their algorithms, as highlighted by the tragic case of Nylah Anderson.
Construction Company Owner Sentenced to Jail in 2019 Death of 5-Year-Old Brooklyn Girl in Wall Collapse
Nadeem Anwar sentenced to jail for the negligent death of 5-year-old Alysson Pinto-Chaumana due to unsafe construction practices.
Man who sold fentanyl-laced pill hit with $5.8 million judgment for overdose death of California college student
Fentanyl overdoses are a leading cause of death for minors, prompting civil rulings against drug dealers.
Judges keep failing to disclose their trips and gifts. Don't expect it to stop anytime soon.
Federal Judge Aileen Cannon's failure to disclose conference attendances raises ethical concerns amid broader scrutiny of judicial accountability in the U.S.
Former Uvalde School Police Chief Asks Court to Toss Charges
Investigations fault police chief Pete Arredondo for delayed response during Uvalde shooting, facing criminal charges for his handling of the crisis.
Why is it taking so long for Hunter Biden to face consequences?
Hunter Biden's legal maneuvers demonstrate a pattern of evading accountability, reflecting broader issues of political influence and media treatment in high-profile cases.
Thursday Briefing
Pavel Durov's legal troubles signal a shift in accountability for tech executives regarding user behavior on platforms like Telegram.
US charges 193 people in $2.7bn healthcare fraud crackdown
Healthcare fraud crackdown in the US resulted in charges against nearly 200 people for false claims exceeding $2.7 billion, including a $900m scheme in Arizona.
Bay Area psychiatrist arrested in $100 million drug fraud investigation
A psychiatrist executive was arrested for alleged involvement in a $100 million medication fraud scheme.
An Aventura doctor accused of bad penile and breast injections and a $1.3 million fraud
Dr. Muhammad Mirza surrendered his Florida medical license after being sentenced to federal prison for healthcare fraud and questionable medical practices.
US charges 193 people in $2.7bn healthcare fraud crackdown
Healthcare fraud crackdown in the US resulted in charges against nearly 200 people for false claims exceeding $2.7 billion, including a $900m scheme in Arizona.
Bay Area psychiatrist arrested in $100 million drug fraud investigation
A psychiatrist executive was arrested for alleged involvement in a $100 million medication fraud scheme.
An Aventura doctor accused of bad penile and breast injections and a $1.3 million fraud
Dr. Muhammad Mirza surrendered his Florida medical license after being sentenced to federal prison for healthcare fraud and questionable medical practices.
Enfield Borough FC sack manager after violent attack on girl, two
Hughes-Mason was convicted for grievous bodily harm and child cruelty, resulting in severe injuries to a girl requiring lifelong care.
Democrats are plotting a brazen $147B student-loan debt 'October surprise'
The Biden administration is pushing for $147 billion in student loan forgiveness, potentially undermining legal processes and accountability.
3 charged with murder of Ohio woman who tried to rescue her 6-year-old son from carjacking
Teens involved in a carjacking resulting in a woman's death are facing murder charges collectively, highlighting legal accountability for aiding in a crime.
Fraud Trial to Begin for Ozy Founder Carlos Watson
Digital publishing founders face legal consequences despite years of unmet profit expectations.
New Clerkships Database Empowers Law Clerks To Review Their Bosses
The Legal Accountability Project launched a Centralized Clerkships Database to increase transparency and democratize judicial clerkship information.
Deputy steals money from driver she pulled over, throws away evidence, CA officials say
An LA Sheriff's deputy faces multiple charges, including theft during a traffic stop and filing a false police report.
Travis Scott Rejects Responsibility For Poor Astroworld Management
Legal issues surrounding accountability for tragic events like the Astroworld Festival are complex and revolve around establishing a duty of care.
The blame for incidents such as the crowd crush at the Astroworld concert may not solely fall on the artist but also on those in control of the event.
You'd better be ready to back up your AI chatbot's promises
Businesses rushing to replace employees with AI may face consequences like Air Canada did with a misinformed chatbot.
Cal-OSHA is experiencing a staffing crisis. Here's how that endangers California workers
Carlos Castro suffered paraplegia due to a workplace accident.
Castro's employer will not face criminal investigation for negligence in the accident.
Lawyers Penalized for Filing Meritless Lawsuits That Trump Won 2020 Election
Attorneys faced penalties for filing meritless lawsuits challenging the 2020 election results, lacking evidence and abusing the judicial process.
Judge dismisses much of SEC suit against SolarWinds over cybersecurity disclosures
Judge dismissed most SEC claims against SolarWinds over cybersecurity breach.