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fromLos Angeles Times
1 hour ago

Ordered free, still locked up: Judges fume as Trump administration holds ICE detainees

Judge Troy Nunley sanctioned a DOJ attorney for failing to release detained immigrants as ordered, highlighting systemic issues in immigration enforcement.
#nypd
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago
New York City

Judge grants cop who killed Bronx man with cooler bail days after sentencing | amNewYork

New York City
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

"Deeply disturbing" NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store prompts investigation

NYPD officers are under investigation for using excessive force during an arrest in Brooklyn, raising concerns from city officials.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
2 days ago

Police beat Brooklyn man in mistaken-identity case

A man was beaten by police in a Brooklyn liquor store due to mistaken identity, prompting an internal investigation by the NYPD.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Judge grants cop who killed Bronx man with cooler bail days after sentencing | amNewYork

Erik Duran, an NYPD officer, received bail after being sentenced for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey, with support from his union.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
1 day ago

Man beaten by cops in NYC liquor store needed 27 stitches, advocate says

Two NYPD detectives severely beat a man in Brooklyn, resulting in serious injuries, but no charges have been filed against the officers involved.
New York City
fromCbsnews
3 days ago

"Deeply disturbing" NYPD arrest inside Brooklyn liquor store prompts investigation

NYPD officers are under investigation for using excessive force during an arrest in Brooklyn, raising concerns from city officials.
NYC politics
fromNews 12 - Long Island
3 days ago

Bombshell lawsuit alleges KKK image, racist messages appear in NYPD group chat

A former NYPD detective sues NYC, alleging racism and a toxic culture in the narcotics unit, supported by disturbing group chat evidence.
Brooklyn
fromNBC New York
2 days ago

Brooklyn cops investigated for bloody liquor store arrest

NYPD officers were filmed violently arresting a man later found not involved in drug activity, prompting public outrage and an investigation.
Brooklyn
fromNewsNation
2 days ago

Police beat Brooklyn man in mistaken-identity case

A man was beaten by police in a Brooklyn liquor store due to mistaken identity, prompting an internal investigation by the NYPD.
NYC politics
fromCity Limits
1 day ago

Mayor Mamdani Goes to Housing Court, And What Else Happened This Week

Mayor Mamdani aims to support tenants facing eviction but has not committed to specific funding or promises.
US politics
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Federal judge dismisses DOJ lawsuit seeking info about RI voters

A federal judge dismissed a lawsuit for detailed voter data from Rhode Island, citing federal law and privacy concerns.
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Security Guard Killing Leads to Decades-Long Sentences

'This was a senseless, premediated, and brutal act of gun violence that took the life of a security guard who was simply doing his job,' stated United States Attorney Nocella.
US news
#murder
Miami food
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
SOMA, SF
fromQNS
3 days ago

Hollis man convicted in fatal beating of pawn shop owner from Jamaica Estates: DA - QNS

Rodolfo Lopez-Portillo was convicted of murdering Arasb Shoughi with a metal pipe during a robbery at a pawn shop.
Miami food
fromqns.com
1 day ago

Law enforcement sources scoff at DHS complaint that city rejected ICE hold on alleged Maspeth killer arsonist QNS

Roman Amatitla was arrested for murder and arson after setting a fire that killed four people, including a child, in Flushing.
SOMA, SF
fromQNS
3 days ago

Hollis man convicted in fatal beating of pawn shop owner from Jamaica Estates: DA - QNS

Rodolfo Lopez-Portillo was convicted of murdering Arasb Shoughi with a metal pipe during a robbery at a pawn shop.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Civil lawsuit against Alec Baldwin over 2021 Rust film set shooting to go to trial

A reasonable jury could find that Mr. Baldwin recklessly disregarded the probability that pointing a gun in the direction of someone, with the finger on the trigger, would cause emotional distress.
Independent films
London politics
fromIndependent
1 day 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.
Marketing tech
fromForbes
2 days ago

The Brewing Controversy Of Attorneys And Law Firms Running Ads Immersed Throughout AI Chatbot Conversations

Lawyers and law firms are considering advertising during AI chats to reach potential clients effectively.
fromDefector
2 days ago

A Year After The Corrections Officer Strike, New York Is Still Failing Its Incarcerated Population | Defector

The HALT Act mandates prisoners receive seven hours of congregate time outside our cells each day and limits excessive use of solitary confinement.
NYC parents
#supreme-court
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

SCOTUS justices air disputes in rare public rifts

The Supreme Court faces significant internal conflict as justices critique each other's views amid crucial upcoming rulings.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
US politics
fromEsquire
2 days ago

Justice John Roberts Has Almost Completed His Life's Work of Destroying the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais may undermine the Voting Rights Act and reflects tensions among justices regarding the use of emergency orders.
NYC politics
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Supreme Court halts redrawing of New York congressional district

The Supreme Court halted a New York state court order requiring redistricting of Staten Island's congressional seat, citing concerns about timing and potential unconstitutional racial gerrymandering.
Right-wing politics
fromAxios
2 days ago

SCOTUS justices air disputes in rare public rifts

The Supreme Court faces significant internal conflict as justices critique each other's views amid crucial upcoming rulings.
Social justice
fromSlate Magazine
3 days ago

The Supreme Court Has a Chance to Revolutionize Its Approach to the Law

Supreme Court rulings on Reconstruction Amendments will significantly impact voting rights and protections for marginalized groups, particularly Black Americans and transgender individuals.
US politics
fromEsquire
2 days ago

Justice John Roberts Has Almost Completed His Life's Work of Destroying the Voting Rights Act

The Supreme Court's decision in Louisiana v. Callais may undermine the Voting Rights Act and reflects tensions among justices regarding the use of emergency orders.
NYC politics
fromMiami Herald
1 month ago

Supreme Court halts redrawing of New York congressional district

The Supreme Court halted a New York state court order requiring redistricting of Staten Island's congressional seat, citing concerns about timing and potential unconstitutional racial gerrymandering.
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

Manhattan appellate court forces developer to transfer Bryant Park condo ownership | amNewYork

In early 2017, Ying Vivian Ding began working on a deal with Nicholas Mastroianni and HFZ Capital to buy two condos in The Bryant, a luxury building across from Bryant Park, for $11.5 million. However, complications arose when Mastroianni claimed that Ding had never filed the necessary documents to finalize the purchase, leading to a legal dispute.
NYC real estate
#corruption
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Brooklyn
fromNew York Post
4 days ago

Brooklyn homecare indictment exposes web of corruption that could bring down city Dem politicians

A Brooklyn nonprofit faces federal indictment for alleged corruption involving $200 million in public contracts and fraudulent activities.
Non-profit organizations
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

NY Inspector General says she's working to bring the public into government integrity as Trump erodes public trust | amNewYork

The New York inspector general's office aims to enhance public trust through transparency and integrity in government operations.
Upper West Side
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Upper East Side Sidewalk Beatdown Sparks Hunt For Attacker

Police are seeking a suspect who assaulted a 75-year-old man on the Upper East Side, urging public assistance for information leading to an arrest.
Social justice
fromBossip
2 days ago

Lock Them Up: NYPD Cops Brutally Beat Brooklyn Man In Viral Video, Mayor Mamdani Sounds Off

Police violently assaulted an innocent man, highlighting systemic abuse of power against Black and Brown communities.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
4 days ago

US appeals court blocks contempt case over Trump deportation flights

The Trump administration's deportation of Venezuelan immigrants faced legal challenges but was upheld by an appeals court ruling.
NYC LGBT
fromDailycaller
6 days ago

New York DA Opens Investigation Into Eric Swalwell Sex Assault Allegations

A criminal investigation into Rep. Eric Swalwell has been launched following sexual assault allegations from a former staffer and other women.
New York City
fromFortune
23 hours ago

Trump backs down after New York sues him over Second Avenue Subway funding freeze | Fortune

The Trump administration will resume funding for the Second Avenue subway project after New York officials sued, ensuring construction costs are reimbursed.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Attorneys Should Often Avoid Texting Clients And Counsel - Above the Law

Texting clients can blur work-life boundaries and impact representation quality, despite its occasional necessity.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Paraprofessional Arrested After Dropping 10-Year-Old

A Brooklyn paraprofessional was arrested for dropping a 10-year-old boy, causing injuries, leading to charges of endangering a child and attempted assault.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
4 days ago

Second suspect in murder of 7-month-old baby in stroller to appear in court

Two suspects face charges in the shooting death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, with one proclaiming innocence in court.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

2 men to face judge in fatal Brooklyn shooting of 7-month-old girl

Two men are charged with the murder of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn, with court appearances scheduled following the child's funeral.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Men charged with murder of 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn due in court

Two men have been charged with murder after a 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn during a daytime shooting.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Brooklyn woman who died in police custody had been hospitalized twice hours before succumbing: sources | amNewYork

Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in Central Booking after being hospitalized twice for illness days prior to her death.
Brooklyn
fromHoodline
1 day ago

Brooklyn Paraprofessional Arrested After Dropping 10-Year-Old

A Brooklyn paraprofessional was arrested for dropping a 10-year-old boy, causing injuries, leading to charges of endangering a child and attempted assault.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
4 days ago

Second suspect in murder of 7-month-old baby in stroller to appear in court

Two suspects face charges in the shooting death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, with one proclaiming innocence in court.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

2 men to face judge in fatal Brooklyn shooting of 7-month-old girl

Two men are charged with the murder of a 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn, with court appearances scheduled following the child's funeral.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Men charged with murder of 7-month-old baby in Brooklyn due in court

Two men have been charged with murder after a 7-month-old girl was fatally shot in Brooklyn during a daytime shooting.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Brooklyn woman who died in police custody had been hospitalized twice hours before succumbing: sources | amNewYork

Zamiqua Miller, 33, died in Central Booking after being hospitalized twice for illness days prior to her death.
SF politics
fromCity Limits
1 week ago

NY State Senator & Judiciary Chair Sepulveda Was No-Show for Housing Court Clients

New York State Sen. Luis Sepúlveda failed to appear in court multiple times for tenants he was defending, resulting in negative outcomes for them.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Immigration advocates fume after Hochul says ICE can can cooperate with local police on criminal cases | amNewYork

Governor Hochul proposed the Local Cops, Local Crimes Act to limit ICE's access to local jails and police resources for civil immigration enforcement.
US news
fromHoodline
2 days ago

Brooklyn Feds Toast Win In Sayville Motel Sex-Trafficking Horror Case

The Sayville Motor Lodge sex-trafficking case marks a significant step toward justice for survivors and accountability for traffickers.
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

NY's highest court questions whether state's proposed host homes program would be a shadow foster care' system | amNewYork

The Host Homes program faces skepticism due to lack of legal protections for parents and children, raising concerns about oversight and liability.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 days ago

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
NYC real estate
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Thousands of NYC tenants face May deadline as emergency housing vouchers wind down

Over 5,000 low-income NYC households face a deadline as federal housing vouchers run out, prompting NYCHA to seek alternative housing solutions.
New York Islanders
fromESPN.com
4 days ago

Victim's family angered by Islanders' fundraiser for convicted cop

The Islanders promoted a fundraiser for a convicted former police sergeant, raising concerns about its implications for public trust in the legal system.
Law
fromIndependent
1 day 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.
Brooklyn
fromBlack Enterprise
2 days ago

'I'm Not Resisting' NYPD Beats Brooklyn Man They Allegedly Profiled As A Drug Dealer

A Brooklyn man was mistakenly arrested by police during a drug investigation, leading to allegations of excessive force and internal review of the incident.
NYC politics
fromPOLITICO
3 days ago

Eric Adams' zombie effort to change NYC Charter roars to life with first public hearing

Public input is welcomed as the commission seeks to modernize city government and enhance democratic involvement.
NYC parents
fromCity Limits
2 days ago

NYC Families Seeking Shelter Have to Prove They're Homeless. A New Bill Would Simplify That Process.

Legislators aim to simplify the intake process for homeless families seeking shelter in New York City.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day 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.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
4 days ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
NYC parents
fromNews 12 - Long Island
3 days ago

'I didn't know it was going to happen.' Man charged in fatal shooting of baby pleads not guilty

Matthew Rodriguez, charged in the shooting death of a 7-month-old girl, claims he was not involved in the act and did not pull the trigger.
fromHoodline
4 days ago

Brooklyn Duo Sentenced 45 Years To Life For Clinton Hill Killing

These defendants walked into a housing complex in the middle of the afternoon, opened fire, took a life, wounded innocent bystanders and put others at risk.
New York City
#auto-insurance
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago
Law

Hochul Could Cut 'Runaway' Crash Lawsuits With Default Motorist Liability - Streetsblog New York City

New York could reduce auto insurance premiums and litigation by adopting a presumed liability model for drivers in crashes involving vulnerable road users.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Op-Ed | Don't trade away justice: Limiting rights won't lower costs for New Yorkers | amNewYork

Governor Hochul's insurance proposals favor corporations over individuals, undermining access to justice for crash victims and perpetuating inequities in auto insurance.
Law
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

Hochul Could Cut 'Runaway' Crash Lawsuits With Default Motorist Liability - Streetsblog New York City

New York could reduce auto insurance premiums and litigation by adopting a presumed liability model for drivers in crashes involving vulnerable road users.
fromNew York Post
2 days ago

Gun-toting goon who allegedly killed 7-month-old claimed he 'fell off' moped - not shot girl: court docs

Accused gunman Amuri Greene, 21, insisted that he was simply 'driving around' - not pulling the trigger - when little Kaori Patterson-Moore was struck in the head by a stray bullet while in her stroller in Williamsburg earlier this month.
Brooklyn
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments include disbarments, antitrust rulings, and labor agreements impacting various sectors.
LGBT
fromLGBTQ Nation
1 month ago

New York judge refuses to seal trans name change request - again - LGBTQ Nation

An appellate court repeatedly overturns a New York judge's refusal to seal transgender name change records, citing inadequate justification for denying privacy protections that expose applicants to discrimination and harassment.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Jimmy's Corner attorney spars with judge in court appearance to save the bar from eviction | amNewYork

The legal battle for Jimmy's Corner centers on allegations of racial discrimination in the invocation of a death clause by the landlord.
Social justice
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

Jay Clayton's SDNY Throws ICE Under The Bus To Save Face In Court - Above the Law

The U.S. Attorney's Office corrected a significant error regarding ICE's immigration arrest policy in court.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Historical Society of the New York Courts honors federal appeals judge at annual gala | amNewYork

Debra Ann Livingston received the Judith S. Kaye Award for her 20 years of service on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.15.26 - Above the Law

Kirkland earns significant revenue and hires a top lawyer from Wachtell for $80 million over three years.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

New York State Bar Association names new executive director | amNewYork

Kathy Suchocki has been appointed as the executive director of the New York State Bar Association after serving in an interim role since 2025.
Law
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Brooklyn prosecutors see exonerations dip amid NYC and nationwide decline, data show

Kenneth Windley was exonerated after nearly 20 years in prison, highlighting a decline in wrongful conviction exonerations in Brooklyn and nationwide.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Forgotten no more': State's top judges take field trip to The Bronx | amNewYork

New York State Court of Appeals held historic oral arguments in The Bronx for three days, engaging hundreds of students and fostering community connections between state judges and local officials.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Morning Docket: 03.18.26 - Above the Law

Chief Justice Roberts calls for ending personal attacks on judges, while questions arise about presidential official acts; meanwhile, legal developments span judicial conduct, cryptocurrency regulation, Section 230 reform, and national security concerns.
#discrimination
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
5 days ago

Brooklyn Mob Case Prosecutors Seek Removal Of Defense Attorney

Prosecutors wrote that the recordings show he was 'fully entangled' in the conduct under investigation. In more than a dozen recordings, the defendant is captured discussing Mr. Corozzo's knowledge of the defendant's criminal schemes, namely the illegal gambling and loansharking operations, and discussing Mr. Corozzo's status as an inducted member of the Gambino crime family.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.13.26 - Above the Law

White House ballroom construction has resumed, while various legal and corporate developments unfold across the country.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Hochul appoints claims court judge to state judicial conduct watchdog | amNewYork

Judge David Fried, a Court of Claims judge since 2009, joins the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct to review and investigate judicial misconduct complaints.
NYC real estate
fromNew York City, NY Patch
1 month ago

Court Strikes Down Protections For NYC Renters

A New York appeals court invalidated a 2019 law prohibiting tenant discrimination based on Section 8 voucher use, ruling that required inspections violate landlords' Fourth Amendment rights.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Ali Najmi to guide mayor's judge appointments to help struggling family court | amNewYork

Ali Najmi leads the Mayor's Advisory Committee on the Judiciary to expand judicial access, recruit merit-based judges, and broaden the candidate pool beyond traditional prosecutors and court attorneys.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Luigi Mangione to appear in New York court in effort to postpone federal trial

Luigi Mangione seeks to postpone his federal trial due to overlapping state trial preparations and constitutional rights concerns.
#judicial-ethics
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NY's top judge sparks outrage with wild suggestion to go easy when sentencing criminals

New York's Chief Judge Rowan Wilson faced ethics complaints after publicly urging judges to impose lenient sentences and encouraging voters to remove judges who impose lengthy prison terms.
Law
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NY's top judge faces complaint from GOP lawmakers over sentencing legislation support

Republican lawmakers filed a judicial conduct complaint against New York's Chief Judge Rowan Wilson for endorsing pending legislation allowing judges to reconsider long prison sentences.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NY's top judge sparks outrage with wild suggestion to go easy when sentencing criminals

New York's Chief Judge Rowan Wilson faced ethics complaints after publicly urging judges to impose lenient sentences and encouraging voters to remove judges who impose lengthy prison terms.
Law
fromGothamist
1 month ago

NY's top judge faces complaint from GOP lawmakers over sentencing legislation support

Republican lawmakers filed a judicial conduct complaint against New York's Chief Judge Rowan Wilson for endorsing pending legislation allowing judges to reconsider long prison sentences.
Law
fromHoodline
2 weeks ago

Queens custody fight raises judicial conduct questions

Dimitri Bourianov alleges judicial misconduct and conflicts of interest in his divorce and custody case involving explicit communications between his wife and her lawyer.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Gov. Hochul appoints new judges to Brooklyn, Albany appellate courts amNewYork

Lisa Ottley and Christina Ryba were appointed as additional justices to New York's Appellate Division (Second Department in Brooklyn, Third Department in Albany).
fromNew York Focus
2 months ago

How New York's Court System Intertwines With Party Politics

New York is an incongruous state. We're home to fabulous wealth - if the state were a country, it would have the tenth largest economy in the world - but also the highest rate of wealth inequality. We're among the most diverse - but also the most segregated. We passed the nation's most ambitious climate law - but haven't been meeting its deadlines and continue to subsidize industries hastening the climate crisis.
New York City
#judicial-misconduct
Law
fromGothamist
1 month ago

'No accountability': NYC immigration courts close to the public, lawsuit claims

Federal immigration courts in New York City have systematically blocked public observation for a year, violating federal regulations and constitutional protections through unwritten, arbitrary rules.
NYC politics
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op Ed | The judges who shape New York long after the ballots are cast | amNewYork

New York City's elected trial judges—Civil Court and Surrogate's Court judges—wield significant influence over vulnerable citizens' lives, including eviction, custody, and bail decisions, making judicial races critical despite low voter attention.
fromCity Limits
2 months ago

Opinion: Why More Black Male Judges Matter in New York City

"A bench that mirrors the city's diversity is not just more representative-it is better equipped to deliver justice that is fair, credible, and trusted." New York City's courts shape millions of lives, yet one gap remains stark: Black men are dramatically underrepresented on the bench. Despite the city's growing diversity, political and judicial leadership has not kept pace, leaving too few Black male judges in positions of influence.
New York City
Law
fromCity Limits
1 month ago

Opinion: New York Wants to Protect You From AI Lawyers. It May Accidentally Rob You of One.

AI chatbots designed to provide accessible legal guidance face prohibition under proposed New York legislation that would criminalize unauthorized practice of law, despite addressing a critical justice gap affecting millions of unrepresented litigants.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

New York Courts unveils program to help inmates find representation to sue the state | amNewYork

New York's court system is launching a pilot program connecting incarcerated people with lawyers to pursue civil claims against the state, addressing the barrier of self-representation without legal resources.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Judge admonished for drunk driving continues to sit on bench | amNewYork

According to the New York State Commission on Judicial Conduct, Mortenson, who is not an attorney, told police he was really nervous and scared when they asked him to step outside of his 2013 Chevy pickup truck and began testing his sobriety. He was ultimately arrested shortly after midnight on May 23, 2024.
Law
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | The disappearance of the criminal jury trial | amNewYork

Federal criminal trials have nearly disappeared, with fewer than 3% of cases going to trial compared to 20% in the mid-20th century, undermining the integrity of the criminal justice system.
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