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The Next Frontline in the Fight for Reproductive Rights

The Adkins v. Idaho trial highlights the serious implications of strict abortion laws for patients and healthcare providers.
#trump

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.
The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

What happens to Trump's criminal cases after election win

Trump becomes the first convicted felon to win the presidency, impacting his legal accountability regarding criminal cases.
from Slate Magazine
3 months ago

Keeping Up With the Trump Trials: A Big Test for Presidential Immunity

Ongoing legal entanglements for Trump with delays and challenges in multiple cases, including convictions in one and appeals in others.
from Above the Law
5 months ago

Morning Docket: 05.29.24

Legal cases involving Trump, license suspension for a former Trump lawyer, salary disputes in London, disbarment for cocaine-licking assault, legal battles like CFPB and Amazon facing FTC suit.
from Above the Law
7 months ago

Trump Has Reduced Bond, New Trial Date, Jesus Complex

Trump's bond reduced from $464 million to $175 million by judges in New York's Appellate Division.
Manhattan District Attorney refutes Trump's claim of government misconduct in criminal cases.

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.
The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

What happens to Trump's criminal cases after election win

Trump becomes the first convicted felon to win the presidency, impacting his legal accountability regarding criminal cases.

Keeping Up With the Trump Trials: A Big Test for Presidential Immunity

Ongoing legal entanglements for Trump with delays and challenges in multiple cases, including convictions in one and appeals in others.

Morning Docket: 05.29.24

Legal cases involving Trump, license suspension for a former Trump lawyer, salary disputes in London, disbarment for cocaine-licking assault, legal battles like CFPB and Amazon facing FTC suit.

Trump Has Reduced Bond, New Trial Date, Jesus Complex

Trump's bond reduced from $464 million to $175 million by judges in New York's Appellate Division.
Manhattan District Attorney refutes Trump's claim of government misconduct in criminal cases.
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#donald-trump

Georgia Election Case Against Trump Could Survive, but With a Long Delay

Trump's Georgia racketeering case is moving forward, but could take years and may be delayed due to his legal arguments as a sitting president.

WORST PRESIDENT IN HISTORY!' Trump Rages At Weak and Pathetic' Biden Over DOJ, Mar-a-Lago In Truth Social Witch Hunt' Rant

Former President Donald Trump rants against President Biden on Truth Social, continuing his aggressive style despite recent events.
from www.theguardian.com
5 months ago

With conviction in hush-money case, good fortune runs out for Teflon Don'

Donald Trump's luck with legal cases shifted when he was convicted of concealing a hush-money scheme to influence the 2016 election.
Trump's delays in other criminal cases were disrupted by the New York jury's verdict, ending his streak of judicial success.
from www.dw.com
5 months ago

Donald Trump convicted: Can he still become US president? DW 05/30/2024

Donald Trump can still run for president regardless of the ongoing legal cases due to the US Constitution's eligibility requirements.

Trump's Legal Troubles Explained | Start Here

Donald Trump faces six legal cases, being the first US president criminally charged while running for re-election.

Trump Plays the Racist Hits at New York Trial

Trump targets judge in hush money trial with racist dog-whistle.
from www.nytimes.com
2 days ago

Georgia Election Case Against Trump Could Survive, but With a Long Delay

Trump's Georgia racketeering case is moving forward, but could take years and may be delayed due to his legal arguments as a sitting president.

WORST PRESIDENT IN HISTORY!' Trump Rages At Weak and Pathetic' Biden Over DOJ, Mar-a-Lago In Truth Social Witch Hunt' Rant

Former President Donald Trump rants against President Biden on Truth Social, continuing his aggressive style despite recent events.

With conviction in hush-money case, good fortune runs out for Teflon Don'

Donald Trump's luck with legal cases shifted when he was convicted of concealing a hush-money scheme to influence the 2016 election.
Trump's delays in other criminal cases were disrupted by the New York jury's verdict, ending his streak of judicial success.

Donald Trump convicted: Can he still become US president? DW 05/30/2024

Donald Trump can still run for president regardless of the ongoing legal cases due to the US Constitution's eligibility requirements.

Trump's Legal Troubles Explained | Start Here

Donald Trump faces six legal cases, being the first US president criminally charged while running for re-election.

Trump Plays the Racist Hits at New York Trial

Trump targets judge in hush money trial with racist dog-whistle.
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#sexual-abuse
from Irish Independent
2 weeks ago
London

Over 400 alleged victims of ex-Harrods boss Al Fayed come forward

Allegations of widespread sexual abuse and intimidation have emerged against the late Mohamed Al Fayed, impacting his business legacy.

Youth detention facilities face increased scrutiny amid a wave of abuse lawsuits

Systemic sexual abuse allegations in Illinois juvenile detention centers recounted by victims.
Growing legal cases across the U.S. reveal widespread sexual misconduct in facilities for young offenders.

Over 400 alleged victims of ex-Harrods boss Al Fayed come forward

Allegations of widespread sexual abuse and intimidation have emerged against the late Mohamed Al Fayed, impacting his business legacy.

Youth detention facilities face increased scrutiny amid a wave of abuse lawsuits

Systemic sexual abuse allegations in Illinois juvenile detention centers recounted by victims.
Growing legal cases across the U.S. reveal widespread sexual misconduct in facilities for young offenders.
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Irish investors sense success in battle to recoup deposits for holiday homes that were never built after the 2008 crash

Spanish banks are mandated to guarantee refunds on off-plan property deposits, particularly for investors affected by the property crash.

Other Barks & Bites for Friday, October 18: OpenAI Outlines Defensive Patent Strategy; Microsoft Files Opposition in Lawsuit Alleging Illegal Buyer's Cartel for Patent Licenses; Moderna Under Fire for Spikevax Vaccine Tech

Trilobio wins injunction in a trade secret case against a former employee, underscoring the importance of IP protection in biotech.
#fraud

O.C. man charged with workers' comp fraud involving $100 million of billings

A major fraud scheme involving nearly $100 million in fraudulent workers' comp billing has resulted in charges against several individuals, including a convicted fraudster.

Alleged fraudster got $10 million in royalties using robots to stream AI-made music

A North Carolina man faces fraud charges for using AI to inflate music streaming numbers and earn over $10 million in royalties.

O.C. man charged with workers' comp fraud involving $100 million of billings

A major fraud scheme involving nearly $100 million in fraudulent workers' comp billing has resulted in charges against several individuals, including a convicted fraudster.

Alleged fraudster got $10 million in royalties using robots to stream AI-made music

A North Carolina man faces fraud charges for using AI to inflate music streaming numbers and earn over $10 million in royalties.
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Woman who did not get leaving card loses UK employment claim

Karen Conaghan's lawsuit over a missing leaving card was dismissed, highlighting her claims of workplace victimization and perceived conspiracy.
#supreme-court
from Slate Magazine
1 month ago
Miscellaneous

What's Next After Jack Smith's Big Jan. 6 Evidence Drop

Trump has been convicted of 34 felony counts, but multiple legal cases and appeals are still ongoing.

Death Penalty, Nuclear Waste and More: Supreme Court Rounds Out Coming Term

The Supreme Court will hear cases involving DNA evidence for exoneration, federal agency authority, and police use of force, shaping key legal precedents.

These 4 trans-related Supreme Court cases affect everyone's future civil rights - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court's rulings on transgender rights could significantly affect civil rights for all Americans, depending on how they interpret federal civil rights law.

Judge Merchan Had a Surprisingly Good Reason to Delay Trump's Sentencing

The Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision is significantly impacting Trump's state-level legal challenges, particularly his Hush Money conviction.

Chemerinsky: These Supreme Court sleeper cases will have lasting impact

Highlighting significant cases with less media coverage from the October 2023 term.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Key point: Recent legal developments involving the Supreme Court and notable cases.

What's Next After Jack Smith's Big Jan. 6 Evidence Drop

Trump has been convicted of 34 felony counts, but multiple legal cases and appeals are still ongoing.

Death Penalty, Nuclear Waste and More: Supreme Court Rounds Out Coming Term

The Supreme Court will hear cases involving DNA evidence for exoneration, federal agency authority, and police use of force, shaping key legal precedents.

These 4 trans-related Supreme Court cases affect everyone's future civil rights - LGBTQ Nation

The Supreme Court's rulings on transgender rights could significantly affect civil rights for all Americans, depending on how they interpret federal civil rights law.

Judge Merchan Had a Surprisingly Good Reason to Delay Trump's Sentencing

The Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision is significantly impacting Trump's state-level legal challenges, particularly his Hush Money conviction.

Chemerinsky: These Supreme Court sleeper cases will have lasting impact

Highlighting significant cases with less media coverage from the October 2023 term.

How Appealing Weekly Roundup

Key point: Recent legal developments involving the Supreme Court and notable cases.
moresupreme-court

Today in History: October 3, O.J. Simpson found not guilty of murder

Historical events on October 3rd highlight key moments that shaped U.S. society, politics, and culture over decades.

Two drink drivers among latest cases heard at Bromley and Bexley courts

Several individuals faced legal consequences for driving offenses and personal assault cases in Bromley and Bexley Magistrates' Courts.

Mohamed al-Fayed reveal culture of humiliation as they start healing together'

Survivors of Mohamed al-Fayed have come forward, revealing a culture of abuse and manipulation during their employment.

Woman not guilty of a racially aggravated offence

Marieha Hussain was found not guilty of a racially aggravated public-order offense related to her protest placard.

Court clears researchers of defamation for identifying manipulated data

Evidence-backed conclusions about fabricated data cannot be deemed defamation, upholding scientific integrity.
from The Atlantic
2 months ago

The Most Personal Climate Case in the World

Austrian man sues government, claiming climate crisis violates his human rights due to his vulnerability to heat as an MS patient.

Man chains kids to beds and sexually assaults one for years, California officials say

Jose Centeno received a life sentence for abusing and torturing his adopted children in a horrific case of systemic child abuse.

Man jailed for carrying knife among latest cases at Bromley and Bexley courts

Recent court cases in Bromley and Bexley emphasize strict penalties for weapon possession, focus on youth rehabilitation, and consequences for repeat offenses.
#antitrust

Another Bar Exam In The Books

Legal cases and ethical considerations in the legal field, antitrust implications for AI, and security threats to law firms.

Morning Docket: 06.07.24

The Fifth Circuit stops book banning
Google wins class action lawsuit

Another Bar Exam In The Books

Legal cases and ethical considerations in the legal field, antitrust implications for AI, and security threats to law firms.

Morning Docket: 06.07.24

The Fifth Circuit stops book banning
Google wins class action lawsuit
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#hunter-biden
from www.npr.org
3 months ago
Left-wing politics

Hunter Biden drops lawsuit against Fox, while network scores separate court victory

Fox News faced legal wins with the dismissal of defamation cases from Hunter Biden and Nina Jankowicz, citing protection of First Amendment rights.

I Am Satisfied': Biden Says He Believes Justice Was Served In His Son's Trial, Won't Do Anything'

President Biden affirmed he would not intervene in son Hunter's legal cases, respecting the judicial process.

Hunter Biden drops lawsuit against Fox, while network scores separate court victory

Fox News faced legal wins with the dismissal of defamation cases from Hunter Biden and Nina Jankowicz, citing protection of First Amendment rights.

I Am Satisfied': Biden Says He Believes Justice Was Served In His Son's Trial, Won't Do Anything'

President Biden affirmed he would not intervene in son Hunter's legal cases, respecting the judicial process.
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Opinion | There's a Reason Most People Aren't Following the Trump Trial

People find it challenging to engage with dense, complex legal cases like the Trump trial due to their impenetrability and lack of immediate relevance or understanding.

Artificial Intelligence Lets Us All Be Flies On The Wall For Brown v. Board Of Education

Breakthroughs in how we interact with history through AI can enhance learning experiences by re-creating important cases with voiced re-creations.

Gain An Instant Understanding Of New Complaints With LexisNexis Snapshot

Snapshot AI summaries by LexisNexis CourtLink help attorneys stay updated on new legal cases efficiently.

Trump defends judge in classified documents case - again

Former President Trump accuses President Biden of trying to intimidate Judge Cannon overseeing his case.
Critics question Judge Cannon's impartiality, while Trump supports her despite past attacks on judges.

A prominent Black lawyer in Coral Gables nominated as federal judge in South Florida

Detra Shaw-Wilder nominated as federal judge in South Florida by President Joe Biden
Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton law firm involved in high-profile cases like Surfside condo building collapse settlement

Pat Logue, Lambda Legal attorney who won landmark cases, has died

Pat Logue made significant contributions to LGBTQ+ rights through groundbreaking legal cases at Lambda Legal.
Logue's legacy includes landmark victories for LGBTQ+ individuals, such as the Jamie Nabozny case and Lawrence v. Texas.

Longtime civil rights advocate Emmet Bondurant will receive this year's ABA Medal

Emmet Bondurant to receive ABA Medal for civil rights advocacy
Significant cases: Wesberry v. Sanders, Rucho v. Common Cause, and Fleming v. Zant

Pakistan ex-PM Khan, wife jailed over 'unlawful marriage' DW 02/03/2024

Former Pakistani Prime Minister Imran Khan and his wife Bushra Bibi were sentenced to seven years in prison for violating an Islamic law that stipulates a three-month waiting period between a divorce and a new marriage.
Khan and his family argue that the trial and conviction were politically motivated.

Absolutely unprecedented': George Conway weighs in on Trump in 2024 election

George Conway discusses Trump's legal cases
2024 presidential campaign and legal cases

How Journalists Can Win People Back | The Walrus

The role of a journalist can be multifaceted and may involve documenting events and advocating for particular causes.
Journalists may face legal challenges and be questioned about their actions and responsibilities.

Harry challenges UK government decision to strip him of security when he moved to US

Prince Harry's battle against the government's decision to strip him of his security detail goes to the High Court.
Harry has five legal cases pending in the High Court, including a case against Britain's tabloids.

What's next for Trump's criminal cases after Supreme Court immunity ruling

Former presidents have 'absolute immunity' from prosecution for constitutionally defined authority, 'presumed immunity' for official acts, and 'no immunity' for unofficial acts.

Money for California's Opioid Fight in Limbo After US Supreme Court Ruling | KQED

Negotiations in Purdue Pharma case could potentially lead to bankruptcy for Sackler family, impacting how funds will be distributed among plaintiffs.

Former Thai PM Thaksin Formally Charged in Royal Insult Case

Thaksin Shinawatra formally charged with royal insult under Thailand's lese-majeste law, posing risks to the government and signaling potential political unraveling.

'Bridgerton' Episodes 5-6, Hot Dog Drama, and the Karen Read Trial

Discussion on Practical Magic sequel, Big Little Lies Season 3, Gen Z trends, competitive eating drama, Bridgerton updats, Karen Read trial.
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