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fromBrooklyn Eagle
1 day ago
NYC music

May 9: ON THIS DAY IN HISTORY

Various historical events from May 8 across different years, highlighting significant occurrences in U.S. history, from exhibitions to legal cases.
The sinking of the Lusitania had a devastating impact, with a significant number of victims unaccounted for.
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago
Beer

Beer Aboard a Flight to a Dry Alaska Town Costs a Pilot His $95,000 Plane

Pilot loses $95,000 plane for attempting to fly beer into a dry Alaskan community.
SF parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

3 Texas teachers allegedly taped hands of student with Down syndrome and forced him to walk in circles for hours

Three staff members were arrested for allegedly abusing a student with Down syndrome by taping his hands and forcing him to walk in circles.
San Francisco
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

San Francisco sex worker found guilty of killing man who wanted refund

A San Francisco sex worker was convicted of manslaughter after fatally shooting a customer during a confrontation.
#trump-administration
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump's allies find signs of respite from scrutiny at the Justice Department

The Justice Department appears to be favoring those loyal to President Trump.
Alarming patterns in DOJ actions raise concerns about politicization.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

Biglaw Suits Against Trump Both Reassigned To New Judges - Above the Law

Trump administration's executive orders represent political retaliation against law firms for their client representation.
Judge Howell avoids public drama by returning cases for reassignment.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

Trump's allies find signs of respite from scrutiny at the Justice Department

The Justice Department appears to be favoring those loyal to President Trump.
Alarming patterns in DOJ actions raise concerns about politicization.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Biglaw Suits Against Trump Both Reassigned To New Judges - Above the Law

Trump administration's executive orders represent political retaliation against law firms for their client representation.
Judge Howell avoids public drama by returning cases for reassignment.
more#trump-administration
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC parents

My DNA test revealed a family secret that seemed too shocking - now we will never be the same

Fertility fraud can lead to shocking discoveries about one's family relations, as highlighted by Victoria Hill's experience with her boyfriend being her brother.
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

Her sexual abuser was safely locked away in a California prison. But then the calls started coming in, feds say

Nathaniel Diaz is facing new federal charges for exploiting a minor, despite being incarcerated for similar offenses.
#reproductive-rights
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 months ago
SF parents

Headteacher remanded in custody after alleged assault at secondary school

The Independent provides critical coverage of ongoing social issues and significant legal cases without paywalls.
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago
Health

New York Doctor Indicted in Louisiana for Sending Abortion Pills There

A New York doctor has been indicted for providing abortion pills to a Louisiana resident, marking a significant legal confrontation over abortion access.
Health
fromwww.nytimes.com
3 months ago

New York Doctor Indicted in Louisiana for Sending Abortion Pills There

A New York doctor has been indicted for providing abortion pills to a Louisiana resident, marking a significant legal confrontation over abortion access.
more#reproductive-rights
US news
fromwww.npr.org
2 months ago

The CFPB drops its lawsuit against Capital One, marking a major reversal

CFPB dropped significant legal cases, indicating a notable shift in its approach toward financial institutions under the current administration.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago
London

Couple can hand back moth-infested 32.5m mansion

Couple wins court case against vendor over undisclosed severe moth infestation in expensive property, allowing them to return the mansion for most of their money back.
#copyright-law
fromPatently-O
3 months ago
Intellectual property law

Discovery, Injury, and Diligence: Reconciling Subjective and Objective Copyright Limitations Standards Post-Warner Chappell

The Supreme Court may resolve a key issue regarding the statute of limitations for copyright infringement, potentially transforming copyright law.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

'Double Shot' Of Justice: Artist Termination Rights Go Global - Above the Law

Modern copyright law must adapt to the global nature of art and music distribution, especially regarding termination rights.
fromPatently-O
3 months ago
Intellectual property law

Discovery, Injury, and Diligence: Reconciling Subjective and Objective Copyright Limitations Standards Post-Warner Chappell

The Supreme Court may resolve a key issue regarding the statute of limitations for copyright infringement, potentially transforming copyright law.
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago
Law

'Double Shot' Of Justice: Artist Termination Rights Go Global - Above the Law

Modern copyright law must adapt to the global nature of art and music distribution, especially regarding termination rights.
more#copyright-law
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago
France news

Adopted wild boar Rillette' can stay with owner, court rules

Support for journalism helps uncover critical stories like Rillette's, emphasizing the importance of compassion versus legalities in animal adoption cases.
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
4 months ago
Privacy professionals

EFF Tells Appeals Court To Keep Copyright's Fair Use Rules Broad And Flexible

A balanced approach to copyright is crucial for protecting user rights.
The Sedlik v. Von Drachenberg case is pivotal for defining fair use in artistic contexts.
#trump
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Special Counsel Moves to Dismiss Federal Cases Against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to drop criminal charges against Trump due to Justice Department policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.
fromAxios
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sunday Snapshot: Trump doesn't need a pardon

Trump claims he doesn't need to pardon himself due to winning legal cases.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
5 months ago
Digital life

Special Counsel Moves to Dismiss Federal Cases Against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to drop criminal charges against Trump due to Justice Department policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.
fromAxios
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

Sunday Snapshot: Trump doesn't need a pardon

Trump claims he doesn't need to pardon himself due to winning legal cases.
more#trump
Film
fromWashington Post
5 months ago

What to know about 'Rust' premiere, three years after fatal shooting

The premiere of the film 'Rust' follows a tragic incident involving a prop gun that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured the director.
Miscellaneous
fromSlate Magazine
5 months ago

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.
London
fromIrish Independent
6 months ago

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.
Los Angeles
fromLos Angeles Times
6 months ago

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.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 months ago
UK news

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
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

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.
US Elections
fromSlate Magazine
8 months ago

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.
fromwww.nytimes.com
7 months ago
Digital life

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.
more#supreme-court
fromArs Technica
7 months ago
Business intelligence

Court clears researchers of defamation for identifying manipulated data

Evidence-backed conclusions about fabricated data cannot be deemed defamation, upholding scientific integrity.
fromAbove the Law
9 months ago
Law

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.
fromThe Ringer
10 months ago
Chelsea

'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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