#legal-rulings

#legal-rulings

Judge Cannone permits Dr. Marie Russell to testify as an expert in dog bite wounds for Karen Read's retrial.

Michael Cohen expressed confusion over Trump's unconditional discharge, having consulted AI to understand the term, marking it as a rare legal ruling.

The Berlin court ruling casts doubt on the legality of using hacked data from encrypted communications as evidence in prosecutions.

The IPT found that the PSNI unlawfully conducted surveillance on journalists, emphasizing the necessity for protecting journalistic sources.

A judge allows a Navy veteran's defamation case against CNN to proceed, citing a lack of evidence for CNN's claims.

CNN's arguments were dismissed as it had no proof of the veteran's wrongdoing, allowing the case for punitive damages.

Northern Rail prosecution convictions for rail evasion have been overturned due to unlawful practices, affecting tens of thousands of passengers.

The court supported the school's disciplinary actions against a student for using AI-generated content improperly in an assignment.

A urologist was sentenced to life in prison for sexually abusing multiple patients, including minors, using his medical profession to commit the crimes.

The Dutch appeals court overturned a previous ruling requiring Shell to significantly reduce emissions, highlighting challenges in enforcing environmental obligations.

A former SK hynix employee was sentenced to 18 months for stealing semiconductor technology, raising concerns about corporate espionage and data protection.

A British Columbia judge has issued a last-minute injunction preventing a woman from accessing euthanasia amid ongoing debates about medical assistance in dying in Canada.

New Jersey Supreme Court dismissed ethics complaint against Judge Hurd for allowing remote work for his secretary, citing no violation of ethics rules.

The appellate court affirmed a fraud ruling requiring Mark Gaft to pay his former partner $742,993.

New York lacks jurisdiction in a personal injury case against Vermont firms, leading to dismissal.

The court dismissed a medical malpractice suit, ruling that the defendants provided appropriate care and informed consent.

The 5th Circuit Court ruled that ISP Grande is liable for contributory copyright infringement, highlighting its failure to address pirating subscribers effectively.

Judge blocks contentious property sale in Bed-Stuy amid concerns over asset management and developer's dealings.

The release of Christopher Hubbart, the "Pillowcase Rapist," into Antelope Valley has generated significant community backlash over safety concerns.

San José's gun control law is currently free from legal challenges for the first time since 2022, following a recent appeals court ruling.

The state appeals court upheld the CCRB's power to investigate police misconduct, reinforcing accountability measures in the NYPD.

The ruling addresses illegal fish deaths caused by a cooling system in Chicago, marking a significant environmental victory.

Kalshi's election prediction markets can proceed after a judge ruled the CFTC exceeded its authority to block them.

Next failed to justify gender pay disparity in landmark equal pay ruling favoring retail employees after a six-year legal battle.

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