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Law
fromIndependent
12 hours ago

Sex offender's appeal rejected as judge refuses to name former TD who provided character reference

Judge Edwards criticized a TD for praising Daniel Ramamoorthy while neglecting the victim and the nature of the crimes.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 hour ago

Meet The New Prosecutor On The Brennan Case. He Already Called The Defendant A 'Real Traitor.' - Above the Law

A pattern emerges where career prosecutors are replaced by loyalists in politically charged cases, undermining legal integrity.
Higher education
fromIndependent
6 hours ago

UCD medicine student refused costs of High Court case following alleged rape

A medicine student alleging rape by a fellow student was denied legal costs for her High Court action against University College Dublin.
fromIndependent
10 hours ago

Driver awarded 45k after coolant burst from pipe and burned foot shortly following car service

Ferdinand Bueno had suffered a disfiguring injury that had left a significant permanent scar on the front of his foot and ankle.
Boston food
fromIndependent
1 day ago

The government adviser, a child victim and the mystery TD condemned by the Taoiseach for giving a court reference

The Taoiseach stated that it is not acceptable for public representatives to give character references in criminal cases of a sexual nature, highlighting the need to prioritize the victim's experience.
UK politics
#assault
fromIndependent
1 week ago
Boston food

Man assaulted partner in row after she found him watching pornography in same bed as their sleeping son

fromIndependent
1 week ago
Boston food

Man assaulted partner in row after she found him watching pornography in same bed as their sleeping son

Intellectual property law
fromFuturism
3 days ago

Things You Told ChatGPT or Claude My Have Already Doomed You in Court

AI chatbots are not protected by attorney-client privilege, as ruled by a New York federal judge in a case involving Brad Heppner.
London politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

'Violent behaviour puts the fear of God in everyone': Judge hands down 960 hours of community service to Athlone feud attack group

A man was violently attacked with a wheel brace and other weapons in a pub-related feud in Athlone.
Medicine
fromIrish Independent
4 days ago

Man jailed for 12 years over frenzied attack on frail widower (88) in hospital bed

A drug addict was sentenced to 12 years for fatally attacking an 88-year-old man in a hospital.
fromIndependent
1 day ago

'Not acceptable' - Taoiseach says mystery TD wrong to support sex offender in court

Taoiseach Micheál Martin emphasized that public representatives must not give character references in cases involving sexual crimes, highlighting the need to prioritize victims over offenders.
UK politics
#arson
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Law

Mother tells court she begged God 'take me and not the children' as family jumped from upstairs window after home firebombed

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Law

Mother tells court she begged God 'take me and not the children' as family jumped from upstairs window after home firebombed

Boston food
fromBoston.com
5 days ago

Karen Read, Turtleboy facing defamation lawsuit from witnesses in her murder case

Witnesses in Karen Read's case filed a lawsuit against her and a blogger for defamation and torment over false accusations related to a murder case.
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

The Indo Daily: Who is Jonathan Gill, man accused of killing 'gangland psycho' Robbie Lawlor

Authorities in the North want to prosecute the 44-year-old, from Malahide Road on the capital's northside for Lawlor's assassination in Belfast on April 4, 2020.
London politics
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Manhattan judge declines to toss charges of alleged killer in Etan Patz case, setting stage for third trial | amNewYork

Pedro Hernandez, convicted of abducting and killing Etan Patz, faces a potential third trial after his 2017 conviction was overturned due to jury instruction errors.
Media industry
fromIrish Independent
1 week ago

Why do we cover inquests when it can pain families? The objections to this are understandable, but often misplaced

Journalists face the challenging task of reporting on inquests, often intruding on grieving families, yet this can lead to powerful stories.
#micheal-martin
fromIndependent
1 day ago
UK politics

'Not acceptable' - Taoiseach decries decision by mystery TD to give character reference to ex-government adviser convicted of child exploitation

fromIndependent
1 day ago
UK politics

'Not acceptable' - Taoiseach decries decision by mystery TD to give character reference to ex-government adviser convicted of child exploitation

UK news
fromIndependent
5 days ago

Accountant who stole almost 30,000 from the golf club she worked for jailed

An accountant received a partially suspended three-year prison sentence for stealing nearly €30,000 from a golf club.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Martina and Ammi Burke appeal criminal contempt decision

Ammi and Martina Burke are appealing a High Court decision that found them guilty of criminal contempt of court.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Evidence related to 1 of complainants in Stronach sex assault trial 'fatally flawed': judge | CBC News

An Ontario judge found the evidence of a complainant in Frank Stronach's sexual assault trial to be unreliable and fatally flawed.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 week ago

Woman killed sister and snatched Rolex, court told

Nancy Pexton, 69, is accused of fatally stabbing her sister, Jennifer Abbott Dauward, in the neck and stealing her diamond-encrusted gold Rolex watch. The incident occurred on June 10 in Camden, London.
London politics
Law
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Brenda Power: Nameless TD who vouched for a paedophile owes us all an explanation

Banning testimonials for individuals convicted of sexual offenses is necessary for public accountability.
UK politics
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Senan Molony: Why has President Catherine Connolly convened the Council of State over the International Protection Bill, and what might happen to it?

The new president's actions have raised concerns about the relationship between the Head of State and the Government.
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Murder charges to be withdrawn in Kenneth Law case, lawyer says | CBC News

Crown prosecutors are withdrawing all 14 murder charges laid against Kenneth Law, who is accused of selling a toxic substance to individuals at risk of self-harm.
Law
Education
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Teen given 10-year contact ban after 'extremely threatening' harassment of teacher and discovery of hundreds of abuse images

A teenage girl harassed a teacher with altered images and possessed hundreds of child pornography pictures, avoiding a custodial sentence.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Man who lied about heart attack and cancer and subjected ex-partner to campaign of abuse and violence jailed

A man was sentenced to two years in prison for 18 months of abusive and controlling behavior towards his partner.
#murder-investigation
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Gun smuggler has over 17,000 cash returned after DPP drops money laundering charges

Conor O'Brien, 29, was sentenced to eleven years in prison for importing military-grade firearms and ammunition, with the final year of his sentence suspended.
France news
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

'Bordering on ridiculous' that money mule has not brought compensation to court for elderly fraud victim, judge says

A judge criticized a money mule for not reimbursing a victim of a smishing fraud involving a loss of €4,212.
Law
fromIndependent
4 days ago

Man who sexually assaulted former partner and hid in her shed to spy has jail term increased

A man's prison sentence for sexual assault and coercive control was increased from three years and two months to four and a half years.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
Law
fromIrish Independent
5 days ago

Michael Gaine murder accused warns solicitor of his injuries -'Don't be shocked when you see marks'

Michael Kelley, accused of murder, was injured in prison before his trial, indicating potential issues with inmate safety.
London politics
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Five members of Dublin gang jailed for total of 34 years for torture of man 'that bypasses any notion of humanity'

Five gang members received 34 years in prison for torturing Barry Moore, including waterboarding and branding him with a hot iron.
Law
fromIndependent
5 days ago

'Terrible shroud of sadness': jury finds mentally ill man not guilty of trying to murder brother

A Mullingar man was found not guilty of attempted murder by reason of insanity after attacking his brother with a hammer and knife.
Law
fromIndependent
6 days ago

Nephew of Gerry 'The Monk' Hutch jailed after throwing lit bottle at apartment on day of brother's murder inquest

Nathan Coakley was jailed for over two years due to significant stress from feud threats following his brother's murder.
Law
fromPOLITICO
1 week ago

Cherfilus-McCormick attorneys request federal trial delay

Edwin Cherfilus-McCormick faces serious legal challenges, including potential expulsion from Congress and significant prison time if convicted.
#murder-trial
fromIndependent
1 month ago
DC food

Murder accused was kneeling and sobbing by blood-soaked body of Daena Walsh in burning flat, court told

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Law

Murder trial hears young mother Daena Walsh may have been focus of post mortem arm amputation attempt

fromIndependent
1 month ago
DC food

Murder accused was kneeling and sobbing by blood-soaked body of Daena Walsh in burning flat, court told

fromIndependent
1 month ago
Law

Murder trial hears young mother Daena Walsh may have been focus of post mortem arm amputation attempt

#legal-ruling
London music
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'I will not be silent,' says Kneecap's Mo Chara after UK prosecutors lose appeal over terror charge

A High Court dismissed the CPS appeal against a Belfast rapper's acquittal on terror charges related to displaying a flag at a London concert in November 2024.
London music
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

'I will not be silent,' says Kneecap's Mo Chara after UK prosecutors lose appeal over terror charge

A High Court dismissed the CPS appeal against a Belfast rapper's acquittal on terror charges related to displaying a flag at a London concert in November 2024.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Firm that sued State over shelved multimillion-euro asylum centre settles action

Following mediation, a settlement had been reached between Palmerstown Temporary Accommodation (PTA) Ltd and the Minister for Justice, allowing the matter to be struck out.
Law
#murder-charge
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Kneecap rapper will not face new terror trial after CPS appeal rejected

The respondent has not been tried for his alleged conduct on 21 September 2025 and will not be tried. He has not been convicted, and he has not been acquitted. Lord Justice Edis, sitting with Mr Justice Linden, said the judge was right to hold that he had no jurisdiction to try any summary-only offence alleged to have been committed on that date.
London music
Law
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

Garda jailed for a year over attack on teenager released after less than a month

A garda was sentenced to a year in prison for assaulting a teenager but was released after less than a month.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Man charged over alleged right-wing plot to target Mosque claims he cannot get fair trial under Explosives Act

Karolis Peckauskas has been granted High Court leave to challenge the Explosives Act on grounds its wording prevents a fair trial while he faces explosives possession and mosque-targeting allegations.
World news
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Ex-wife of ICE detainee Seamus Culleton claimed he physically abused her, court papers show

Seamus Culleton's ex-wife alleges physical and psychological abuse; he was also served a harassment prevention order over an alleged 2019 Boston harassment.
Law
fromIndependent
2 weeks ago

'Absolutely scandalous' - judge decries attempt by man and up to 30 supporters to 'invade' High Court office

Patrick McGreal has initiated over 20 High Court actions since 2023, allegedly intimidating court officials and solicitors.
SF parents
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Mother is jailed for 18 months for not protecting her daughter from sexual abuse

A woman endured 13 years of rape by her father, with the case presented in court while her mother remained emotionally composed during testimony.
#prison-transfer
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I swear to God, I never lie' - how fraudster's attempts to play Ireland's personal injury system were exposed

Constantin Iosca moved here from Romania in 1997 for a 'better life', but will be spending nearly three years in jail after bringing a fraudulent personal injury claim
Miscellaneous
Law
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

Dublin solicitor who was accused of sexual assault by son leaves almost 50m in his will

Walter Beatty Sr left almost €50m in his will after passing away at 91.
#defamation
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Law

Court told no recording of alleged 'shoot in the head' comment in defamation action between racing tipsters

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Woman claims she was falsely branded 'major criminal' and 'serious gouger' after relationship with garda discovered

fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Law

Court told no recording of alleged 'shoot in the head' comment in defamation action between racing tipsters

fromIndependent
2 months ago
Miscellaneous

Woman claims she was falsely branded 'major criminal' and 'serious gouger' after relationship with garda discovered

fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Man jailed after falsely claiming injury from road accident 10 years ago

A man who falsely claimed to have been injured following a road traffic accident 10 years ago has been jailed for two years and nine months.
Miscellaneous
Law
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago

'Six years of exile, suffering and character assassination' - charges dropped against three Limerick gardai over alleged 'squaring away' of motoring offences

Charges against three gardaí for alleged misconduct in fixed-charge notices have been dropped.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

'I deserve to see abuser in court, but time is not on my side' - Rockwell survivor on desperate fight for justice

Derek McCarthy suffered childhood abuse by four men at a Spiritan school; three are dead and delays hinder bringing the sole surviving abuser to court.
Boston food
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Seamus Culleton's US lawyer says there are 'significant legal questions' about his case as court grants order preventing his deportation

A US Court of Appeals granted a stay of removal for an Irish man detained for overstaying his visa, allowing judicial review of immigration procedures and constitutional questions before deportation.
fromIndependent
4 weeks ago

Man (39) pleads not guilty by reason of insanity to murdering grandfather in Donegal Gaeltacht

The accused was the victim of serious sexual abuse at the hands of a school caretaker when he was a child and has suffered with a litany of mental health difficulties since his teenage years.
Law
Miscellaneous
fromIrish Independent
2 months ago

Jury returns narrative verdict in inquest into George Nkencho's death

A jury returned a narrative verdict in the inquest into George Nkencho's December 2020 death after about four hours of deliberation.
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
3 months ago

'He has followed a disastrous legal strategy from start to finish,' judge who jailed Enoch Burke says

Enoch Burke was ordered back to Mountjoy Prison for contempt after trespassing at Wilson's Hospital School; the judge said he acted as if predetermined.
UK politics
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Weeks into Nama trial, Frank Cushnahan and his lawyers took a big gamble which can only now be explained

Frank Cushnahan chose to continue the massive Nama corruption trial despite a chance for it to collapse after prejudicial evidence was heard.
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Enoch Burke returned to jail and hearing suspended amid chaotic scenes in High Court

A hearing involving jailed anti-transgender schoolteacher Enoch Burke descended into chaos today when he refused to stop interrupting a barrister for Wilson's Hospital School.
Miscellaneous
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Dublin man who stabbed friend in the neck tells murder trial he 'just wanted to scare him'

A Dublin man stabbed his friend in the neck, claiming he intended only to scare him after alleged threats to throw grenades through his window.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

Extortionist who demanded 20k and threatened to slit children's throats appeals five-year sentence

An extortionist who demanded €20,000 from two innocent victims - threatening one that their children's throats would be slit and warning another he would be killed - has argued that his five-year sentence was twice as severe as that handed to his co-accused.
Miscellaneous
UK news
fromReadWrite
2 months ago

Acid attack gambling debt murder trial begins

An ex-wife is among ten charged with murder after a fatal sulphuric acid attack linked to a £120,000 drug debt and alleged organised-drug enforcement.
fromIndependent
2 months ago

State hit with 115m bill for defence lawyers as criminal legal aid last year

Senior counsel who represented murderer of Ashling Murphy among 31 to receive more than €500,000 from Department of Justice scheme
Miscellaneous
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Lawyers for senior Kinahan associate Sean McGovern tell court he 'might not require trial date'

Senior Kinahan gang associate Sean McGovern's barrister has told the Special Criminal Court that a "good deal of work" has been done between the legal teams and that he "might not ultimately require a trial date".
Miscellaneous
Law
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Christian Brothers persist with moves that hinder abuse lawsuits' progress

The Christian Brothers use a legal strategy requiring abuse survivors to sue all living members from the abuse period, rather than designating a single representative defendant.
fromIndependent
1 month ago

Nikita Hand gets court ruling against ex-neighbours over 'concocted' affidavits in Conor McGregor rape appeal

The couple swore affidavits suggesting she was punched and kicked by her then partner hours after she maintained she was violently raped by Conor McGregor The ruling means Ms Hand's claims against the couple can now move directly to the assessment of damages Nikita Hand has secured default judgments against a couple who swore affidavits suggesting she was punched and kicked by her then partner just hours after she maintained she was violently raped by mixed martial arts fighter Conor McGregor
Law
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Alexander brothers prosecutors rest early, alleging defense intimidated victims out of testifying | amNewYork

Defense attorneys for luxury real estate brothers Alon, Oren, and Tal Alexander began their case after prosecutors alleged intimidation tactics caused two victims to withdraw from testifying in their federal sex trafficking trial.
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