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Relationships
fromIndependent
1 hour ago

'I was engaged for 10 years but when my partner died, he left the house and farm to his nephew. Can I challenge the will?'

Communication about estate plans is crucial to avoid heartbreak after a partner's passing.
fromThe Mercury News
6 hours ago

Winery in South Bay hills bought by Saratoga Cemetery District

The 57.9-acre property at 23600 Congress Springs Rd. was bought for $20 million, previously listed at $27.5 million, expanding the Saratoga Cemetery District's holdings.
Real estate
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
8 hours ago

Trump says he could pardon George Santos, but no one's asked

Trump claims he has the power to pardon George Santos but notes that no one has requested it.
#fraud
fromsilive
10 hours ago
Miscellaneous

Woman admits to stealing nearly $150K from elementary school on Staten Island

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
San Francisco

Ex-DBI Commission President Rodrigo Santos Gets Fined $1.4 Million Over City Fraud Cases

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Business

A one-time '40 under 40' rising star in fashion pleads not guilty to charges she allegedly cheated investors out of $300 million

fromsilive
10 hours ago
Miscellaneous

Woman admits to stealing nearly $150K from elementary school on Staten Island

fromsfist.com
1 week ago
San Francisco

Ex-DBI Commission President Rodrigo Santos Gets Fined $1.4 Million Over City Fraud Cases

fromFortune
2 weeks ago
Business

A one-time '40 under 40' rising star in fashion pleads not guilty to charges she allegedly cheated investors out of $300 million

#soulja-boy
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
13 hours ago

Reform's 19-year-old council leader risks contempt of court over rape case comments

Reform UK council leader faces contempt of court for statements on alleged rape case, highlighting risks of discussing live legal matters.
US politics
fromAxios
14 hours ago

Netanyahu moves to fire attorney general prosecuting him for corruption

Baharav-Miara is under investigation while Netanyahu's legal issues continue, threatening Israel's democratic institutions.
#tesla
#thomas-partey
#immigration
fromKqed
4 days ago
US politics

Green Card Holder Detained at SFO Raises Alarm Over Trump-Era Immigration Crackdown | KQED

fromKqed
4 days ago
US politics

Green Card Holder Detained at SFO Raises Alarm Over Trump-Era Immigration Crackdown | KQED

#rashee-rice
#donald-trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Chris Cuomo Asks Trump Lawyer Why the President's Surrogates Keep Using Fox News' If Murdoch Is Now the Enemy

fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

Chris Cuomo Asks Trump Lawyer Why the President's Surrogates Keep Using Fox News' If Murdoch Is Now the Enemy

#gambling
fromRingside News
1 week ago

Former TNA Star Rhaka Khan Hit With Felony and Multiple Misdemeanor Charges After NYC Arrest

Biggers faces six charges across two cases for allegedly refusing to leave a Midtown Manhattan apartment, escalating from a trespassing call to felony charges.
US news
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Unmasking Richard Brennan: how rapist former priest kept his dark crimes hidden while living in US

Richard Brennan was previously admired for his hospital and church work before his history of abuse was revealed.
fromFuturism
1 week ago

LeBron James Not Happy With AI Videos Showing Him Pregnant

LeBron James' attorneys sent a cease and desist to the AI platform FlickUp for creating videos of him in absurd scenarios without consent.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Alina Habba Is So Back, Baby - Above the Law

Habba had no prosecutorial experience before Trump tapped her in March to lead the US Attorney's Office in her home state. Her greatest claim to fame was losing her boss $88 million in damages in the E. Jean Carroll defamation cases and $364 million in civil fraud penalties.
US politics
fromThe Mercury News
1 week ago

Two lovers bonded over war and troubled marriages. It allegedly ended with Hayward murder-for-hire

Razma Mohammed-Ibrahim faces life charges for allegedly conspiring to murder her husband, Parwiz Assar, influenced by her traumatic past and a secret affair.
#abortion-rights
fromFortune
1 week ago
US politics

Support for legal abortion is as high as it was when the Supreme Court opened the door to state bans

fromFortune
1 week ago
US politics

Support for legal abortion is as high as it was when the Supreme Court opened the door to state bans

Television
fromVulture
1 week ago

The Real Housewives of Orange County Recap: Less Than Candid Camera

Shannon's reactions align with the seriousness of being recorded without consent, making her feel justified.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 week ago

Varsity Blues': Mastermind behind college admissions scam is back advising students now with a court-ordered disclaimer

William Rick Singer is now working as an admissions advisor after serving prison time for operating a college admissions scam.
fromKqed
1 week ago

Children's Hospital Los Angeles Ends Transgender Care | KQED

Children's Hospital Los Angeles has ceased its gender-affirming care for nearly 3,000 patients due to federal pressure.
fromMiami Herald
1 week ago

Roy Black's death is not linked to Epstein scandal, his family says

Roy Black, a renowned Miami criminal defense attorney and member of Jeffrey Epstein's legal team, died at 80 after battling a terminal illness for several months.
Miami
#meta-platforms
fromenglish.elpais.com
1 week ago

The nightmare of the Gonzalez brothers, detained at Alligator Alcatraz for a traffic ticket: Their civil rights are being violated'

Traffic violations led to the arrest of Carlos and Oscar, resulting in their detention while facing significant barriers to legal representation and family contact.
#elon-musk
fromFuturism
1 week ago

Police Use Busted Facial Recognition System, Arrest Random Man and Accuse Him of Horrible Crime

Dillon was charged with attempting to lure a child based on facial recognition software that inaccurately identified him as a 93 percent match to a suspect.
Privacy technologies
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Researcher threatens X with lawsuit after falsely linking him to French probe

X is under investigation by French authorities for alleged data tampering and fraud, amid concerns about impartiality and bias in the inquiry.
#lgbtq
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
LGBT

Children's National Hospital caves under Trump's pressure & ends gender-affirming care for trans patients

Children's National Hospital will cease gender-affirming medication prescriptions for transgender youth by August 30 due to increasing legal risks.
fromThe Washington Post
3 weeks ago
LGBT

No arrests after Budapest Pride defied Orban's ban, police say

Hungarian authorities did not detain participants of Budapest's LGBTQ+ Pride parade despite threats from the government.
fromAdvocate.com
2 weeks ago
LGBT

Children's National Hospital caves under Trump's pressure & ends gender-affirming care for trans patients

fromSlate Magazine
2 weeks ago

Help! I Recognized the Woman in a Risque Video Sent to Me. Unfortunately, I Think I Know Who Leaked It.

Revenge porn can have devastating effects on victims, and there is limited legal protection.
Arsenal
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Mikel Arteta 100%' sure Arsenal followed right processes over Thomas Partey

Arsenal followed the correct processes in the case of Thomas Partey, charged with serious crimes.
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Firm Wants Lawyers To Defend Their Office Time - See Generally - Above the Law

Kirkland's management is seeking feedback from associates regarding adherence to office policies, indicating a desire for improved compliance and engagement within the firm.
Law
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Granddaughter 'left heartbroken' after solicitor's misconduct led to pensioner's 19,000 nursing home bill going unpaid

Granddaughter of Patrick Barrett faced heartbreak due to serious failings by a lawyer, preventing her from accessing funds to pay nursing home bills. Patrick Barrett, who suffered from dementia, owed up to €19,000 in fees, but compassion from nursing home operators allowed him to stay despite financial struggles.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 weeks ago

Davis Polk associate says he was fired after refusing to stop publishing columns on legal issues

An associate at Davis Polk was fired for publishing columns on legal issues, citing internal policy restrictions on employee speech.
fromMiami Herald
2 weeks ago

The role fake Viagra played in a 70-year-old Miami doctor losing his license

Dr. Hugo Romeu sold counterfeit Viagra and falsified documents, leading to a prison sentence and license revocation.
fromSFGATE
2 weeks ago

Florida Woman Arrested and Jailed for a Week Over Brown Grass-and Her HOA Was Behind It

Disputes with HOAs can escalate to criminal charges, as evidenced by Irena Green's experience involving minor property violations.
fromBusiness Insider
2 weeks ago

Luigi Mangione has an issue with another health insurance company - and it's not UnitedHealthcare

Prosecutors unlawfully accessed Luigi Mangione's confidential medical records due to improper communication with Aetna.
fromtherealdeal.com
2 weeks ago

Chetrits mismanaged Williamsburg hotel, lender says in foreclosure suit

The Chetrit family is facing potential foreclosure and allegations of mismanagement at a Williamsburg hotel property, with a lender requesting a receiver due to multiple defaults.
Real estate
fromKqed
2 weeks ago

'No Sanctuary Anywhere': Border Patrol Raids Strike Heart of California Capitol | KQED

There is no sanctuary city in Sacramento or California; Border Patrol aims to secure the area.
New York City
fromShore News Network
2 weeks ago

Yonkers teacher accused of harassing student with texts and sexual overtures

A physical education teacher was arrested for months of harassment towards a female student, including inappropriate messages and behavior.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Bolsonaro ordered to wear ankle tag over fears he may abscond as coup trial nears end

Jair Bolsonaro faces legal restrictions and potential punishment for alleged coup attempts following backlash after losing the 2022 election.
#copyright-law
fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago
US news

Retro Gaming YouTuber Is Being Investigated By Authorities For Reviewing Third-Party Handhelds

fromGameSpot
2 weeks ago
US news

Retro Gaming YouTuber Is Being Investigated By Authorities For Reviewing Third-Party Handhelds

fromBuzzFeed
2 weeks ago

Women Who Were "Tradwives" And Got Divorced Are Sharing How And Why They Left Their Marriages, And It's Both Eye-Opening And Infuriating

A parent has not paid child support for nearly a year while having a stable job and partner.
fromJezebel
2 weeks ago

Let Women Drive a Little Over the Speed Limit

Watson reportedly got the ticket in July of last year after she was clocked driving eight miles over the speed limit. Just eight miles!
Women
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Wait, Is This Why Sylvanian Drama Disappeared?

Sylvanian Drama faces a copyright lawsuit from Epoch Company for its dramatized content using Sylvanian Families dolls.
fromESPN.com
2 weeks ago

Addison pleads guilty to lesser charge in DUI case

Jordan Addison pleaded guilty to a lesser charge, 'wet reckless', in a DUI case, which involves alcohol and leads to 12 months probation and additional penalties.
National Football League
fromPadailypost
2 weeks ago

Two developments in the Sheriff Corpus scandal

San Mateo County Sheriff Christina Corpus has renewed her legal battle against the Board of Supervisors by filing a lawsuit in a different court to prevent her removal from office.
California
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

They Tried to Kill Him!' Rogan Reveals What Convinced Him to Interview Trump

There was a bunch of things that happened... the case with the bookkeeping error or the bookkeeping, whatever it was, the misdemeanor that they had charged him with 34 felonies for, which isn't even a felony. It's a misdemeanor... It should have been a campaign contribution.
US politics
fromConsequence
2 weeks ago

Puddle of Mudd's Wes Scantlin: "I Really Seriously Don't Really Do That Much Wrong Things"

Wes Scantlin claims media exaggerates his legal troubles, stating his main goal is to stay out of trouble and that he tries not to do wrong.
fromTODAY.com
2 weeks ago

Police Recommend Felony Charge for Influencer Emilie Kiser's Husband in Son's Drowning Death

Brady Kiser may face felony child abuse charges following the drowning death of his 3-year-old son, Trigg, in their backyard pool while he was parenting solo.
Miscellaneous
fromTruthout
2 weeks ago

Trump Plans to Hand Taxpayer Data to Homeland Security to Speed Up Deportations

ICE seeks unprecedented access to taxpayer data for deportations through IRS.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Stephen Colbert Absolutely Nukes CBS's Parent Company for Giving Trump a Big Fat Bribe'

Paramount's $16 million settlement with Trump is seen as a significant bribe by Stephen Colbert.
fromWashingtonian - The website that Washington lives by.
2 weeks ago

Epstein Files Fiasco Continues to Be Weird and Entertaining, GOP Congressman Sued Over Unpaid Rent, and Lotuses Hit Peak Bloom - Washingtonian

The Trump administration's plan significantly reduces the Education Department's workforce and faces lawsuits over withheld educational funding.
fromIrish Independent
2 weeks ago

Summons servers' hunt for Conor McGregor called off after lawyer agrees to respond to US sexual assault civil lawsuit

A civil lawsuit has been filed against Conor McGregor alleging that he sexually assaulted a woman in a men's bathroom at an NBA finals game.
US politics
Germany news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 weeks ago

Berlin doctor on trial accused of murdering 15 patients

A Berlin doctor faces trial for the alleged murders of 15 palliative care patients, with severe charges and possible lifetime imprisonment.
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

SF and Oakland police illegally shared license plate data with federal agencies: report

Police in San Francisco and Oakland illegally shared license plate reader data with federal authorities, violating state law.
US politics
fromwww.esquire.com
3 weeks ago

Attorney General Pam Bondi Dismisses Charges Against Surgeon Who Faked Covid-19 Cards

Pam Bondi intervened to halt the trial of Dr. Michael Kirk Moore, accused of serious COVID vaccine fraud.
US politics
fromFortune
3 weeks ago

Trump says he's 'giving serious consideration to taking away' Rosie O'Donnell's U.S. citizenship

Trump considers revoking Rosie O'Donnell's citizenship despite legal prohibitions against such actions.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

1996 Menendez conviction questioned amid brothers' fight to be released from prison

A Los Angeles Superior Court judge has ordered the district attorney to explain why exculpatory evidence was withheld from the jury during the Menendez brothers' second trial.
US news
fromHomebuilding
3 weeks ago

Council's 70k error stayed hidden for years, until one man refused to back down

Steve Dally faced a £70,000 charge after Waverley Borough Council misclassified a minor amendment to his planning permission as a new build, causing significant distress. 'I was blindsided,' he stated.
Renovation
#cybersecurity
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Olson: Artificial intelligence's mental health costs are adding up

Engagement with AI platforms like ChatGPT is leading to concerning mental health issues, including critical thinking skill decline, loneliness, and psychotic episodes in some users.
Mental health
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Winchester man pleads guilty to secretly taping teenage girls

James Fantini, 56, pleaded guilty to secretly videotaping three 15-year-old girls getting undressed and showering at a Winchester home, resulting in serious charges.
US politics
San Francisco
fromABC7 San Francisco
3 weeks ago

Port of Oakland votes to rename airport 2nd time in a year, but SFO thinks it doesn't fly

Rebranding Oakland Airport as Oakland San Francisco Bay Airport aims to attract more travelers, despite ongoing legal challenges and mixed public opinions.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Boxer Gervonta Davis arrested on domestic violence charge in Florida

Gervonta 'Tank' Davis was arrested in Florida on domestic violence charges stemming from an alleged assault on his ex-girlfriend.
fromDefector
3 weeks ago

How Trans Prisoners Are Dealing With The Trump Administration's Attacks | Defector

Transgender inmates face severe restrictions on gender-affirming care and items after an executive order by Trump.
#chris-brown
Television
fromABC7 Los Angeles
3 weeks ago

'Reasonable Doubt' cast teases what's ahead for season 3

Season three of "Reasonable Doubt" promises intense drama and new characters amidst ongoing legal battles and personal challenges.
fromBoston.com
3 weeks ago

Former Melrose firefighter who stole dead teen's identity sentenced to prison

Prosecutors detailed how Truong Nguyen, 50, evaded deportation and accountability for other alleged crimes for the better part of two decades, in part by using the stolen identity.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Litigious Company Demands Removal Of A Tweet Linking To An Article About How Litigious They Are - Above the Law

Cloud Innovation's legal threat over a shared link to a Medium article highlights questionable defamation claims in digital communications.
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Charges dropped against Atlanta journalist detained by Ice

Charges against journalist Mario Guevara have been dropped due to insufficient evidence, while immigration custody status remains unchanged.
Los Angeles
fromwww.ocregister.com
3 weeks ago

49ers WR Demarcus Robinson pleads no contest to misdemeanor DUI

Demarcus Robinson pleaded no contest to a DUI charge, receiving probation and mandated alcohol and other programs.
California
fromThe Mercury News
3 weeks ago

Correction: Murder convictions imperiled as scrutiny of embattled Oakland police homicide detective grows

Oakland police Det. Phong Tran has been accused of witness coercion and bribery, facing multiple charges but has not been convicted.
Real Madrid
fromeuronews
3 weeks ago

Ex Real Madrid boss sentenced to one year in prison for tax evasion

Carlo Ancelotti has been sentenced to one year in prison for tax fraud, fined over €386,000 but may avoid serving time.
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