Sheriff Releases Body Camera Footage in Police Killing of Airman in His Home
Under pressure, a Florida sheriff released bodycam footage of a deputy fatally shooting Airman Fortson, claiming self-defense.
Man whose punch led to death on night out refuses to answer questions
Thomas Spicer's punch led to Riccardo Holness's death, raising questions regarding the use of force in self-defense and the subsequent legal implications.
Sheriff Releases Body Camera Footage in Police Killing of Airman in His Home
Under pressure, a Florida sheriff released bodycam footage of a deputy fatally shooting Airman Fortson, claiming self-defense.
Man whose punch led to death on night out refuses to answer questions
Thomas Spicer's punch led to Riccardo Holness's death, raising questions regarding the use of force in self-defense and the subsequent legal implications.
EU citizen caught up in Home Office residency backlog forcibly removed from UK
The case of Costa Koushiappis highlights the harsh realities faced by EU citizens amid Home Office backlogs post-Brexit.
Advocates rally in South Bronx for youth criminal justice reform - Bronx Times
Advocates are pushing for Senate bills to improve the legal protections for youth affected by the criminal justice system in New York.
Woman with service dog barred from entering Bexleyheath Asda in viral video
A disabled woman was banned from all Asda stores after being denied entry with her service dog, highlighting a major misunderstanding of service animal policies.
200+ women faced criminal charges over pregnancy in year after Dobbs, report finds
Over 200 pregnant women faced criminal charges within a year after the Supreme Court's abortion ruling, highlighting a surge in pregnancy criminalization.
More than 200 pregnancy-related prosecutions in first year post-Roe
In the year after Roe v. Wade was overturned, over 200 pregnancy-related prosecutions occurred in the U.S., indicating a significant rise in legal scrutiny of pregnancies.
200+ women faced criminal charges over pregnancy in year after Dobbs, report finds
Over 200 pregnant women faced criminal charges within a year after the Supreme Court's abortion ruling, highlighting a surge in pregnancy criminalization.
More than 200 pregnancy-related prosecutions in first year post-Roe
In the year after Roe v. Wade was overturned, over 200 pregnancy-related prosecutions occurred in the U.S., indicating a significant rise in legal scrutiny of pregnancies.
Planning for the future of pets after an owner's passing is essential to avoid tragic fates.
Creating a pet trust can ensure that beloved animals are cared for even after their owner's death.
Don't ever hand your phone to the cops
Never voluntarily hand your phone to a police officer to protect your personal data. Be cautious with digital IDs.
Proposition 3 Would Enshrine Marriage Equality into California's Constitution | KQED
California could eliminate its constitutional ban on same-sex marriage with Prop 3, affirming marriage equality and preventing future legal challenges.
Your best bet to avoid an RTO mandate may be a doctor-prescribed accommodation
Remote employees face limited legal options against return-to-office mandates; a medical reason provides the best chance to challenge them.
Abortion providers and patients are on the move, as state laws keep shifting
The patchwork of abortion laws post-Dobbs has forced patients to travel for care, particularly to states like Kansas with stronger protections.
Supreme Court Approved Emergency Abortion in Idaho
The US Supreme Court issued significant opinions on abortion, opioid crisis, pollution, and securities fraud, notably impacting women's healthcare and legal rights.
Abortion providers and patients are on the move, as state laws keep shifting
The patchwork of abortion laws post-Dobbs has forced patients to travel for care, particularly to states like Kansas with stronger protections.
Supreme Court Approved Emergency Abortion in Idaho
The US Supreme Court issued significant opinions on abortion, opioid crisis, pollution, and securities fraud, notably impacting women's healthcare and legal rights.
They won their immigration cases. But months later, they still await release
Prolonged detention of immigrants after winning their cases causes significant emotional distress and uncertainty for families.
Study: ICE fails to provide detainees with language interpretation required by its own rules
Immigration detention facilities are failing to provide necessary language access services for detainees, leading to medical miscommunication and trauma.
They won their immigration cases. But months later, they still await release
Prolonged detention of immigrants after winning their cases causes significant emotional distress and uncertainty for families.
Study: ICE fails to provide detainees with language interpretation required by its own rules
Immigration detention facilities are failing to provide necessary language access services for detainees, leading to medical miscommunication and trauma.
The Roberts Court threatens established rights and regulations, significantly impacting policy on abortion and environmental protections.
The Moral Failure of the Grants Pass Decision
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling against homeless individuals undermines their legal protections and exacerbates their challenges in securing shelter.
Los Angeles couple's Supreme Court case sheds light on immigrant visa rejections
Courts to hear a case on green card denial due to tattoos.
Concerns raised over lack of explanations for visa denials impacting many families.
Morning Docket: 08.15.24
The Roberts Court threatens established rights and regulations, significantly impacting policy on abortion and environmental protections.
The Moral Failure of the Grants Pass Decision
The U.S. Supreme Court's recent ruling against homeless individuals undermines their legal protections and exacerbates their challenges in securing shelter.
Los Angeles couple's Supreme Court case sheds light on immigrant visa rejections
Courts to hear a case on green card denial due to tattoos.
Concerns raised over lack of explanations for visa denials impacting many families.
'I've just heard my grandad left us all money - but my uncle spent it all. What can I do?'
Inheritors were denied their rightful legacy due to misappropriation by the estate's executor during a personal crisis.
Disney seeks to dismiss wrongful-death suit over app's fine print
Disney is claiming that terms of service for Disney Plus prevent a wrongful death lawsuit related to an allergic reaction incident.
San Francisco Workers Clearing Homeless Encampments Need Better Training, Judge Rules | KQED
San Francisco ordered to train workers on handling belongings during homeless encampment sweeps.
Michigan bans 'gay and trans panic' defense as Gov. Gretchen Whitmer signs historic bill (exclusive)
Michigan bans LGBTQ+ panic defense.
Oklahoma governor signs crypto bill of rights into law
Oklahoma grants legal rights to cryptocurrency holders, allowing self-custody, mining at home, purchasing with crypto, tax exemptions, and absolves liability for transactions.
Understanding Your NDA (and When It Can Be Broken)
Restrictive NDAs can prevent reporting securities violations but are illegal; employees can confidentially report misconduct and illegal NDAs to the SEC.
Black retired judge who flew first class says flight attendant ordered her to use coach restroom
Racial discrimination on an American Airlines flight led a Black retired judge to be asked to use coach's restroom.
Squatters take over Gordon Ramsay hotel and pub in London
Squatters have taken over Gordon Ramsay's pub in London despite his attempted police intervention.
Squatters take over former 20th Century Fox building in Soho
Squatters occupy premium London location.
Gordon Ramsay pub squatters open venue as community cafe 'for victims of gentrification'
Squatters held an event in a pub being turned into an art space, claim legality due to it not being a residential property, and are resisting eviction.
Squatters move into Marco Pierre White restaurant days after Gordon Ramsay pub
Squatters occupy Marco Pierre White's former restaurant in Leicester Square days after Gordon Ramsay's gastropub was seized by anarchists.
Squatters take over Gordon Ramsay hotel and pub in London
Squatters have taken over Gordon Ramsay's pub in London despite his attempted police intervention.
Squatters take over former 20th Century Fox building in Soho
Squatters occupy premium London location.
Gordon Ramsay pub squatters open venue as community cafe 'for victims of gentrification'
Squatters held an event in a pub being turned into an art space, claim legality due to it not being a residential property, and are resisting eviction.
Squatters move into Marco Pierre White restaurant days after Gordon Ramsay pub
Squatters occupy Marco Pierre White's former restaurant in Leicester Square days after Gordon Ramsay's gastropub was seized by anarchists.
ACLU sues Travis County for failing to provide legal counsel - Austin Monitor
Receiving counsel at first appearance (CAFA) is a constitutional right for jailed individuals who cannot afford a private lawyer, a failure addressed by the ACLU.
The Right to An Attorney : Throughline
The right to an attorney is in the Constitution's sixth amendment.
Public defenders now represent up to 80% of people charged with crimes.
ACLU sues Travis County for failing to provide legal counsel - Austin Monitor
Receiving counsel at first appearance (CAFA) is a constitutional right for jailed individuals who cannot afford a private lawyer, a failure addressed by the ACLU.
The Right to An Attorney : Throughline
The right to an attorney is in the Constitution's sixth amendment.
Public defenders now represent up to 80% of people charged with crimes.