#legal-accountability

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fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

New Show Looks At People Targeted By Powerful Institutions - Above the Law

In a climate where powerful institutions can easily wreak havoc, 'Targeted' sheds light on individuals caught in the crosshairs of government actions.
UK news
#ai-ethics
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Federal judge allows lawsuit that blames Bay Area company's AI chatbot for teen's death

Megan Garcia's lawsuit against Character AI signifies a pivotal moment for legal accountability in AI technologies after the tragic suicide of her son.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Judge Slaps Down Attempt to Throw Out Lawsuit Claiming AI Caused a 14-Year-Old's Suicide

A Florida judge permits a lawsuit linking a chatbot's abuse to a teen's suicide to proceed, challenging AI-generated content protections.
Artificial intelligence
fromABC7 San Francisco
1 week ago

Federal judge allows lawsuit that blames Bay Area company's AI chatbot for teen's death

Megan Garcia's lawsuit against Character AI signifies a pivotal moment for legal accountability in AI technologies after the tragic suicide of her son.
fromFuturism
1 week ago
Artificial intelligence

Judge Slaps Down Attempt to Throw Out Lawsuit Claiming AI Caused a 14-Year-Old's Suicide

#donald-trump
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NY AG Letitia James finds herself accused of the very same real estate shenanigans she charged Trump with

Letitia James, after prosecuting Trump, faces allegations of her own financial misconduct related to housing loans.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago

Trump Is Being Very Honest About One Thing

Trump confirms he will fire special prosecutor Jack Smith if reelected, prioritizing personal legal immunity over substantive policy goals.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

These Law Firms Should Sue Trump for Racketeering From the Oval Office

Trump openly acknowledges his criminal behavior in a recent interview, highlighting his use of extortion.
Civil RICO can hold Trump accountable for these actions without requiring criminal prosecution.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Jack Smith, who led Trump prosecutions, leaves US Justice Department

Jack Smith's departure signifies the challenging intersection of prosecuting a former president and the complexities of legal accountability.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NY AG Letitia James finds herself accused of the very same real estate shenanigans she charged Trump with

Letitia James, after prosecuting Trump, faces allegations of her own financial misconduct related to housing loans.
US Elections
fromThe Atlantic
7 months ago

Trump Is Being Very Honest About One Thing

Trump confirms he will fire special prosecutor Jack Smith if reelected, prioritizing personal legal immunity over substantive policy goals.
US politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 week ago

These Law Firms Should Sue Trump for Racketeering From the Oval Office

Trump openly acknowledges his criminal behavior in a recent interview, highlighting his use of extortion.
Civil RICO can hold Trump accountable for these actions without requiring criminal prosecution.
US Elections
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 months ago

Jack Smith, who led Trump prosecutions, leaves US Justice Department

Jack Smith's departure signifies the challenging intersection of prosecuting a former president and the complexities of legal accountability.
#sexual-assault
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Jenni Hermoso was not the victim people wanted her to be we should be grateful to her for that

Rubiales' sentencing signifies an end to impunity for powerful figures, highlighting accountability under the law.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Gerard Depardieu's conviction was a historic moment for #MeToo in France

Gerard Depardieu's conviction marks a significant turning point in the French #MeToo movement, signifying that no one is above the law.
Women
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

Jenni Hermoso was not the victim people wanted her to be we should be grateful to her for that

Rubiales' sentencing signifies an end to impunity for powerful figures, highlighting accountability under the law.
France politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Gerard Depardieu's conviction was a historic moment for #MeToo in France

Gerard Depardieu's conviction marks a significant turning point in the French #MeToo movement, signifying that no one is above the law.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

DOJ may drop case against Boeing over deadly 737 Max crashes, despite families' outrage

DOJ may drop criminal case against Boeing over 737 Max crashes, sparking outrage among victims' families who feel justice is not being served.
fromMission Local
1 week ago

DA Jenkins 'lied to the State Bar,' retired judge says - and should face discipline beyond diversion

Jenkins has accepted no responsibility for her own actions, which raises questions about the effectiveness of the ethics diversionary program mandated by the State Bar.
NYC politics
fromPortland Mercury
2 weeks ago

Criminals Need To Be Charged Accordingly

It’s frustrating to witness how high-profile figures like Trump and P. Diddy often escape serious legal consequences, allowing them to evade accountability for extensive wrongdoings.
US politics
#trump
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Chuck Schumer Drops His No One Is Above the Law' Script in Tantrum After Dem Mayor is Arrrested by Trump'

Schumer's response to Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest reveals possible double standards in his declared beliefs about justice and accountability.
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago
Law

Morning Docket: 01.14.25

The DOJ's conclusion on evidence against Trump underscores legal standards amid politically charged cases.
NYC politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Chuck Schumer Drops His No One Is Above the Law' Script in Tantrum After Dem Mayor is Arrrested by Trump'

Schumer's response to Mayor Ras Baraka's arrest reveals possible double standards in his declared beliefs about justice and accountability.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago

Grisly NY dog attack inspires new bill 'Penny's Law' to hold negligent pet owners criminally accountable

A new state bill aims to hold dog owners criminally accountable for their pets' attacks, inspired by a recent dog mauling incident.
#domestic-violence
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Gisele Pelicot's husband guilty of all charges as judges decide on 50 other accused in French mass rape trial

Dominique Pelicot was found guilty of drugging and raping his wife for nearly a decade.
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
5 months ago

Gisele Pelicot's husband guilty of all charges as judges decide on 50 other accused in French mass rape trial

Dominique Pelicot was found guilty of drugging and raping his wife for nearly a decade.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

How falsehoods drove Trump's immigration crackdown in his first 100 days

Trump invoked archaic immigration laws and challenged judges in his first 100 days.
He falsely portrayed immigrants as an invasion linked to crime rates.
The use of national security to bypass judicial review differs from previous administrations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.25 - Above the Law

Trump administration fires a lawyer for admitting to an accidental deportation, raising concerns about accountability.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 month ago

How falsehoods drove Trump's immigration crackdown in his first 100 days

Trump invoked archaic immigration laws and challenged judges in his first 100 days.
He falsely portrayed immigrants as an invasion linked to crime rates.
The use of national security to bypass judicial review differs from previous administrations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.25 - Above the Law

Trump administration fires a lawyer for admitting to an accidental deportation, raising concerns about accountability.
Environment
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Firms in court over river pollution that threatened fish and sensitive habitats

Legal penalties for environmental violations are insufficient, inadequately addressing severe ecological damages.
NYC parents
fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 month ago

Driver who allegedly blew through stop sign and struck school bus, killing his own passenger, arraigned on indictment for manslaughter

Tyree Epps has been arraigned on manslaughter charges after allegedly causing a fatal crash with a school bus.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Ten Britons accused of committing war crimes while fighting for Israel in Gaza

British nationals who served in the Israeli military are facing allegations of war crimes in Gaza, prompting a formal complaint to UK authorities.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'Families waiting years for answers' - watchdog wants action on unexpected child deaths

Families have also told us that there are no consistent timelines for reviews, which can further compound their grief, as they may be waiting years for answers.
NYC parents
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog
1 month ago

Monday's Headlines: Brooklyn Crash 'Horror' Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Recent tragic accident in NYC underscores the need for stricter accountability for reckless drivers.
The driver involved had a history of dangerous driving and numerous citations.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

After baby's fentanyl overdose, L.A. prosecutors accuse mom and grandpa of murder

Fentanyl-related deaths of children are prompting new legal accountability methods for parents and guardians.
#climate-change
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court rebuffs GOP-backed bid to stop climate lawsuits

Supreme Court declines to intervene in climate lawsuits targeting oil companies, impacting Republican states' legal strategies.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

The Peruvian farmer taking on a global energy giant DW 03/17/2025

Lliuya's lawsuit against RWE represents a significant effort to hold polluters accountable for climate change impacts on vulnerable communities.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Climate justice: Peruvian farmer sues German energy giant DW 03/17/2025

Saul Luciano Lliuya is suing RWE in Germany, claiming its emissions threaten his village in Peru due to climate change.
SF politics
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Supreme Court rebuffs GOP-backed bid to stop climate lawsuits

Supreme Court declines to intervene in climate lawsuits targeting oil companies, impacting Republican states' legal strategies.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

The Peruvian farmer taking on a global energy giant DW 03/17/2025

Lliuya's lawsuit against RWE represents a significant effort to hold polluters accountable for climate change impacts on vulnerable communities.
Environment
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

Climate justice: Peruvian farmer sues German energy giant DW 03/17/2025

Saul Luciano Lliuya is suing RWE in Germany, claiming its emissions threaten his village in Peru due to climate change.
Tech industry
fromFast Company
2 months ago

Section 230 faces bipartisan repeal effort. Experts say it's a risky bet

Section 230's repeal is being pushed by bipartisan senators, reflecting ongoing frustration over Big Tech's accountability.
Experts caution that repealing Section 230 without a clear alternative could backfire.
fromBuzzFeed
2 months ago

17 Dark And Terrible Things I Learned This Month

"The women there told us there were no (surrogacy) contracts or parents. After we got this information, we got scared, so we tried to contact people back home."
NYC parents
US news
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Morning Docket: 03.17.25 - Above the Law

Starbucks agrees to a $50 million settlement for coffee burn case, highlighting legal accountability and consumer safety.
Business
fromBoston.com
4 months ago

More than $100 million expected in Mass. from $7.4 billion settlement with Purdue Pharma, Sacklers

Purdue Pharma and the Sackler family have settled lawsuits for $7.4 billion over the opioid crisis, marking a significant judicial outcome.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
4 months ago

Trump's Jan. 6 Pardons Erase Justice Department's Investigation

Trump's pardons for January 6 rioters undermine the Justice Department's efforts and the rule of law.
#rule-of-law
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

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.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.twincities.com
4 months ago

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.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
4 months ago

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.
East Bay (California)
fromwww.twincities.com
4 months ago

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.
fromAbove the Law
4 months ago

Above The Law's Official 2024 Lawyer Of The Year Brought Meaningful Change To Chambers For Law Clerks

Aliza Shatzman, founder of the Legal Accountability Project, has made significant strides in improving conditions for federal law clerks, notably through the creation of the Centralized Clerkships Database, a crucial resource for clerkship applicants.
Law
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago

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.
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