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US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Will Obergefell Fall Soon? - See Also - Above the Law

Republicans have pursued efforts to overturn Obergefell v. Hodges, raising concerns about the future of same-sex marriage protections.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Inmate who staged protest cleared after using cruel' indefinite jail term as defence

When I got on that roof, I was absolutely desperate, thinking I was going to die, he said. I'd been asking for help for days. I wasn't trying to hurt anyone, I just needed to escape and feel safe in a system that makes that almost impossible. That moment was the only way I felt I could survive.
US politics
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

A MAGA Attorney Hired Epstein's Lawyer for His 'Valuable' Experience

Tim Parlatore hired Darren Indyke, an associate of Jeffrey Epstein, for his legal team's defense of Donald Trump amidst various criminal charges.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Sycamore Gap tree was cut down 'because of drunken stupidity', defence lawyer says

The felling of the Sycamore Gap tree was attributed to drunken stupidity by a lawyer defending one of the men involved.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Man accused of plot to share Shapps details says he wanted to expose' Russian spies

I simply wrote a letter portraying that I had information and that if they are interested, they should be in contact with me, he said.
US politics
#sean-combs
#diddy-combs
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago
Relationships

Diddy's best bet: Normalizing those freak offs

Diddy Combs is attempting to build a consensual sex defense in response to sex trafficking charges, which may be his best legal strategy.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
NYC politics

Elizabeth Holmes' jury consultant aiding Diddy's $10 million defense team

Sean Diddy Combs hires a high-profile defense team to contest serious sex trafficking charges.
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Kneecap appoint legal 'dream team' including Birmingham Six lawyer ahead of terror charge court case

The artist Mo Chara faces terrorism charges linked to a flag display, prompting widespread support from fellow musicians and a robust legal defense.
fromMiami Herald
2 months ago

Alexander brothers move to dismiss indictment, saying they didn't pay for sex

The Alexanders claim their indictment should be dismissed because the alleged victims did not receive payment in exchange for sex acts.
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 months ago

Hundreds gather for 'peaceful resistance' against ICE raids in San Jose

"When they get here, cause I don't think it's a matter of if, we're all going to be standing together to fight this together," Tran said.
San Francisco
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Marek Puska was entitled to remain silent after murder of Ashling Murphy, defence counsel tells court

Marek Puska withheld information during the murder investigation to protect himself, not his brother Jozef.
US Elections
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

SCOTUSblog founder Tom Goldstein asks judge to toss tax charges, suppress statement about $968K in cash

Tom Goldstein challenges tax charges against him, arguing legal errors and inappropriate tactics by the DOJ in court filings.
#murder-trial
fromIndependent
2 months ago
UK news

Defence says Richard Satchwell engaged in 'reprehensible' behaviour after wife Tina's death but is not guilty of murder

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

OPP officer's roadside killing in 2022 a 'joint effort,' Crown tells Ontario murder trial of 2 accused | CBC News

Crown argues Randall McKenzie shot OPP constable Pierzchala, aided by Brandi Stewart-Sperry, in a joint effort during a crime.
fromIndependent
2 months ago
UK news

Defence says Richard Satchwell engaged in 'reprehensible' behaviour after wife Tina's death but is not guilty of murder

Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 months ago

OPP officer's roadside killing in 2022 a 'joint effort,' Crown tells Ontario murder trial of 2 accused | CBC News

Crown argues Randall McKenzie shot OPP constable Pierzchala, aided by Brandi Stewart-Sperry, in a joint effort during a crime.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Antioch man convicted of murdering woman, wounding her husband amid love triangle

Brian Yacopetti was convicted of first degree murder for the shooting of Jennifer Dallmann, motivated by a tumultuous breakup.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 months ago

Cop busted partying at Stagecoach while claiming $600,000 for fake injury, officials allege

Nicole Brown, a former police officer, is charged with fraudulently claiming over $600,000 in workers' compensation while participating in recreational activities.
SF politics
#diddy
fromNew York Post
2 months ago
LA Clippers

Cassie Ventura grilled over Sean 'Diddy' Combs rape claim as defense tries to poke holes in her bombshell testimony

fromNew York Post
2 months ago
LA Clippers

Cassie Ventura grilled over Sean 'Diddy' Combs rape claim as defense tries to poke holes in her bombshell testimony

DC food
fromVulture
3 months ago

How Much Is Diddy Spending on His Legal Team?

Diddy is expected to spend over $10 million on his legal defense due to the complexity and stakes of his trial.
fromNew York Post
3 months ago

Bryan Kohberger's lawyers set to name 'alternate suspect' who they believe really committed Idaho murders

Kohberger's lawyers argue for an 'alternative perpetrator' theory while the judge insists on naming the suspect and presenting concrete evidence for the defense.
Law
Brooklyn
frombrooklyneagle.com
3 months ago

Star attorney Joe Tacopina declines Diddy's defense

Joe Tacopina declined to represent Sean Diddy Combs due to timing issues but believes in the potential defensibility of Combs' case.
#fundraising
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Fundraising

Luigi Mangione gets killer 27th birthday present as defense fund tops $1M: 'The man, the myth, the legend.'

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

GiveSendGo co-founder 'not proud' to host fundraiser for alleged track meet murder suspect, says some donors are 'wrong'

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Fundraising

Luigi Mangione gets killer 27th birthday present as defense fund tops $1M: 'The man, the myth, the legend.'

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
Black Lives Matter

GiveSendGo co-founder 'not proud' to host fundraiser for alleged track meet murder suspect, says some donors are 'wrong'

Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Paul Clement Takes His Seat At The Resistance Table - Above the Law

The arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan reflects a concerning government overreach and has unified diverse political factions in defense of judicial independence.
#karmelo-anthony
fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

Karmelo Anthony family's plans for $500K donations after Texas track meet stabbing revealed by fundraising exec

fromNew York Post
3 months ago
SF parents

Karmelo Anthony family's plans for $500K donations after Texas track meet stabbing revealed by fundraising exec

Law
fromBusiness Insider
3 months ago

The Trump administration will press private law firms to represent police officers accused of misconduct for free

Trump's executive order seeks support from law firms to defend police officers accused of civil rights violations.
fromThe Oaklandside
3 months ago

Fired Oakland mayor's staffer was city's key witness against lawsuit by ex-OPD chief

Hanson's termination potentially hinders the city's defense in a lawsuit involving former police chief LeRonne Armstrong, complicating matters for the city.
Black Lives Matter
fromAbove the Law
3 months ago

Young Thug Rolls Out New Music With Brian Steel Merch - Above the Law

Kodak Black's decision to tattoo his lawyer's name demonstrates a personal touch that many rappers use to honor their legal defense after achieving favorable verdicts.
Law
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 months ago

Opinion: In California, criminal defense is shaped by money and location

California has an indigent defense system that varies by county, creating inequalities in the quality of legal representation individuals receive based on their location.
California
fromNewsday
4 months ago

Prosecutor says whether the Gaudreaus drank before they were killed while cycling isn't relevant

The defense argues the Gaudreau brothers' impaired cycling contributed to a fatal crash, while prosecutors assert the driver acted recklessly.
MMA
fromIndependent
4 months ago

Conor McGregor plans to call two new witnesses in civil rape case

New witnesses claim another man attacked Nikita Hand, impacting Conor McGregor's defense.
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