MP behind assisted dying bill suggests scrapping High Court approvalThe amendment to the assisted dying bill proposes replacing High Court review with a panel of experts, aimed at improving efficiency.
Protecting Free Speech in Texas: We Need To Stop SB 336Texas Senate Bill 336 poses a significant threat to free speech protections under the Texas Citizens Participation Act.
India police volunteer gets life sentence for rape, murder of junior doctorThe conviction highlights ongoing violence against women in India, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms and appropriately severe penalties for such crimes.
Prosecutor seeks new sentence for Menendez brothers who murdered parentsAuthorities are recommending the Menendez brothers' life sentences be revoked due to new evidence of sexual abuse by their father.
Snitch scandal agreement reached between Orange County Sheriff's Department, D.A. and fedsThe Orange County Sheriff's Department and federal officials have settled on reforms regarding the illegal use of informants, impacting numerous felony trials.
Right to jury trial under threat as Leveson asked to carry out review of courtsThe Independent emphasizes the importance of unbiased journalism in times of crisis, aided by community support.
Letters: Court recordingsCall for the use of electronic recording in courts to ensure fair trials and adequate appellate recourse.Advocation for fair wage compensation for prisoners to value their labor and aid reintegration into society.
India police volunteer gets life sentence for rape, murder of junior doctorThe conviction highlights ongoing violence against women in India, emphasizing the need for systemic reforms and appropriately severe penalties for such crimes.
Prosecutor seeks new sentence for Menendez brothers who murdered parentsAuthorities are recommending the Menendez brothers' life sentences be revoked due to new evidence of sexual abuse by their father.
Snitch scandal agreement reached between Orange County Sheriff's Department, D.A. and fedsThe Orange County Sheriff's Department and federal officials have settled on reforms regarding the illegal use of informants, impacting numerous felony trials.
Right to jury trial under threat as Leveson asked to carry out review of courtsThe Independent emphasizes the importance of unbiased journalism in times of crisis, aided by community support.
Letters: Court recordingsCall for the use of electronic recording in courts to ensure fair trials and adequate appellate recourse.Advocation for fair wage compensation for prisoners to value their labor and aid reintegration into society.
After pulling out amid legal concerns, Gilroy re-joins county cities associationGilroy rejoined the Cities Association of Santa Clara County after reforms improved membership conditions and governance issues.
Thailand's king makes history, signs marriage equality lawThailand has legalized marriage equality, becoming the first Southeast Asian country to do so, effective January 22, 2025.
Georgia approves "terrible" sweeping anti-LGBTQ+ legislation - LGBTQ NationGeorgia's government has enacted laws that significantly restrict LGBTQ+ rights, reflecting a shift toward more conservative policies.
Countries that scored major wins for LGBTQ+ rights in 2024Countries are increasingly taking legislative actions to advance LGBTQ+ rights in 2024.Notable advancements include bans on conversion therapy and legalization of same-sex marriage.
Thailand's king makes history, signs marriage equality lawThailand has legalized marriage equality, becoming the first Southeast Asian country to do so, effective January 22, 2025.
Georgia approves "terrible" sweeping anti-LGBTQ+ legislation - LGBTQ NationGeorgia's government has enacted laws that significantly restrict LGBTQ+ rights, reflecting a shift toward more conservative policies.
Countries that scored major wins for LGBTQ+ rights in 2024Countries are increasingly taking legislative actions to advance LGBTQ+ rights in 2024.Notable advancements include bans on conversion therapy and legalization of same-sex marriage.
You can now freely cheat on your spouse in New York without fear of prosecution after 117 yearsNew York has decriminalized adultery, a decision made by Gov. Kathy Hochul, reflecting modern views on personal relationships.
Japan: Women hopeful on maiden names issue after UN report DW 11/21/2024There is renewed optimism in Japan for legal changes allowing women to retain their maiden names after marriage, despite cultural resistance.
AI images, child sexual abuse and a first prosecution of its kind' - podcastAI technology poses serious challenges in the creation of abusive content, necessitating immediate legal reforms.Hugh Nelson's case highlights the urgent need for robust measures against AI-generated child abuse imagery.
2024 PAGA Reforms - Has the Landscape Changed?PAGA reforms aimed to reduce frivolous lawsuits by tightening requirements for filing claims.
LWDA Publishes PAGA Frequently Asked QuestionsPAGA reforms impose stricter standing rules for private counsel, impacting claims after June 19, 2024.
2024 PAGA Reforms - Has the Landscape Changed?PAGA reforms aimed to reduce frivolous lawsuits by tightening requirements for filing claims.
LWDA Publishes PAGA Frequently Asked QuestionsPAGA reforms impose stricter standing rules for private counsel, impacting claims after June 19, 2024.
Google endorses California GOP Rep. Issa's bill to reveal funders backing lawsuitsGoogle supports a bill mandating disclosure of litigation funding to manage excessive lawsuits and protect judicial integrity.
Should police be able to interrogate kids alone? A growing number of states say noJuveniles often waive their Miranda rights without understanding the serious consequences, leading to unfair treatment in legal situations.
Why Uber is spending millions on this obscure Nevada ballot proposalUber's $5 million investment in a Nevada ballot measure aims to limit attorney fees, raising concerns about access to justice for plaintiffs.
Minister warns justice system will feel impact of riots for yearsThe impact of recent riots on the criminal justice system in the UK will be significant, with long-lasting effects on backlog, overcrowding, and overall system rebuilding efforts.
Court delays imposed after pressure on prison placesThe pandemic led to an increase in people held in prisons while awaiting jury trials.
Minister warns justice system will feel impact of riots for yearsThe impact of recent riots on the criminal justice system in the UK will be significant, with long-lasting effects on backlog, overcrowding, and overall system rebuilding efforts.
Court delays imposed after pressure on prison placesThe pandemic led to an increase in people held in prisons while awaiting jury trials.
These Are the Supreme Court Reforms Biden WantsPresident Biden calls for Supreme Court reforms, including term limits and presidential immunity amendment.
Germany's Bundesrat passes gender self-identification law DW 05/17/2024Germany's Self-Determination Act simplifies gender and name changes by public declaration, moving away from court assessments.
16-year-old mugger arrested for shoving parishioner, 68, down steps of Queens churchTeen arrested for mugging 68-year-old woman at Queens church, sparking calls for tougher laws and accountability.