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fromPadailypost
13 hours ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Founder of Starmer's legal chambers condemns Labour plans to cut jury trials

Planned restrictions on jury trials in England and Wales are condemned as a betrayal of Labour's core values.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day 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.
#judicial-diversity
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago
Social justice

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

We need a reflective judiciary': Bar association group says more Black men are needed on the bench | amNewYork

Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Op-Ed | Revisiting More Black Male Judges, the Collegial Effect, Public Perceptions and Paths Forward | amNewYork

Increased representation of Black judges leads to fairer judicial outcomes and reduces racial disparities in sentencing.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

We need a reflective judiciary': Bar association group says more Black men are needed on the bench | amNewYork

The need for more Black male judges in New York City is crucial for fair representation in the judiciary.
#legal-ethics
Law
fromAbove the Law
22 hours ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Billing 34.5 Hours In A Day, New ABA Recusal Opinion, Shortcomings In SCOTUS Ethics Rules, Pro Se AI Sanctions, Extra Time For Bar Exam, Purging Immigration Judges & More - Above the Law

Lawyers must disclose information that could lead to a judge's disqualification, balancing this with client confidentiality obligations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
22 hours ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Billing 34.5 Hours In A Day, New ABA Recusal Opinion, Shortcomings In SCOTUS Ethics Rules, Pro Se AI Sanctions, Extra Time For Bar Exam, Purging Immigration Judges & More - Above the Law

Lawyers must disclose information that could lead to a judge's disqualification, balancing this with client confidentiality obligations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Lawyers Should Stay Away From A Client's Office Politics - Above the Law

Attorneys should avoid office politics when representing clients to ensure effective communication and minimize internal conflicts.
#kelsey-fitzsimmons
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

'I had just lost everything': Kelsey Fitzsimmons testifies in her trial

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a former police officer, is on trial for assault after being shot by a colleague while officers served a restraining order.
Law
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Why did Kelsey Fitzsimmons choose to have a judge decide her fate?

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault, with her fate decided by Judge Jeffrey T. Karp instead of a jury.
SF parents
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

'I had just lost everything': Kelsey Fitzsimmons testifies in her trial

Kelsey Fitzsimmons, a former police officer, is on trial for assault after being shot by a colleague while officers served a restraining order.
Law
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Why did Kelsey Fitzsimmons choose to have a judge decide her fate?

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault, with her fate decided by Judge Jeffrey T. Karp instead of a jury.
#judicial-misconduct
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Judge Accused Of Driving 'Super Drunk' Takes No Contest Plea - Above the Law

Judge Thomas L. Ludington entered a no contest plea to a misdemeanor drunken-driving charge and intends to remain on the bench.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Judge Accused Of Driving 'Super Drunk' Takes No Contest Plea - Above the Law

Judge Thomas L. Ludington entered a no contest plea to a misdemeanor drunken-driving charge and intends to remain on the bench.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
Media industry
fromWIRED
3 weeks ago

'Jury Duty Presents: Company Retreat' Almost Makes Corporate Culture Seem Fun

High unemployment and AI disruptions challenge Gen Z workers like Anthony Norman, who unknowingly participates in a staged sitcom at a company retreat.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
Philosophy
fromAbove the Law
4 weeks ago

You Can't Salvage A Bad Judge By Calling Them Postmodern - Above the Law

Postmodern analysis offers useful concepts for understanding contemporary disenchantment with traditional meaning systems, exemplified by judicial figures like Lawrence VanDyke who adopt unconventional approaches to legal writing.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Crime victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge lenient sentences

Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman expressed her delight at the government's decision, stating that the change is long overdue and acknowledges the years of campaigning led by bereaved families like Tracey Hanson, who sought justice following the tragic death of her son Josh.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Judge Who Handcuffed Crying 13-Year-Old Girl Retiring - Above the Law

Judge Roger Benitez's actions in court raised serious ethical concerns, leading to a formal complaint and a light reprimand before his retirement.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Man in court accused of murdering 82-year-old

A 53-year-old man was charged with murder after an 82-year-old pensioner was stabbed 20 times in his north London home on March 4.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Legal Ethics Roundup: Bondi Out, Bove Recusal, 'Strip Law,' 60% Judges Use AI While Sanctions Continue For Lawyers, Viral Judge Videos & More - Above the Law

AI-generated errors in legal documents are leading to increased sanctions against attorneys.
#criminal-justice
Law
fromNew York Daily News
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn man accused of jury tampering sentenced after rare anonymous jurors murder trial

A Brooklyn drug dealer was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life after a fully anonymous jury was used following his attempt to pressure a juror in his first trial.
Law
fromNew York Daily News
3 weeks ago

Brooklyn man accused of jury tampering sentenced after rare anonymous jurors murder trial

A Brooklyn drug dealer was convicted of murder and sentenced to 25 years to life after a fully anonymous jury was used following his attempt to pressure a juror in his first trial.
#jury-trial-reform
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
UK politics

Labour lawyers blocked' from briefing MPs on jury trials overhaul before vote

Labour MPs opposing jury trial cuts faced blocked access to legal briefings from affiliated lawyers, with 65 MPs potentially voting against the courts and tribunals bill.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Labour lawyers blocked' from briefing MPs on jury trials overhaul before vote

Labour MPs opposing jury trial cuts faced blocked access to legal briefings from affiliated lawyers, with 65 MPs potentially voting against the courts and tribunals bill.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks 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
1 week ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
Law
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Jess Phillips backs jury bill as she reveals she is victim of courts backlog'

A man accused of breaching a restraining order against Jess Phillips faces a trial delay until 2028, prompting the Labour minister to advocate for court reforms including limiting jury trials to address the 80,000-case crown court backlog.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Judge Throws IT Worker Out Of Courtroom For Doing His Job - Above the Law

Judges must balance their authority with humility and public service to avoid abusive behavior in courtrooms.
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

When Lawyers Need Help: Supporting Colleagues While Protecting Clients

The legal profession rewards endurance, precision and control. It also quietly normalizes stress, isolation and overextension. For patent practitioners and other IP lawyers, the pressures are uniquely acute: compressed prosecution deadlines, high-stakes litigation exposure, often unrealistic client-driven budget constraints, regulatory whiplash at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO), and increasingly complex technologies layered with global filing and prosecution strategy.
Intellectual property law
#court-hearing
Law
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Judge irate as defendant joins by Zoom while driving-then lies about it

Carroll admitted to lying about driving during a court hearing, leading to a default judgment against her.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Judge rebukes woman who denied driving while video-calling from car: Do you think I'm that stupid?'

A woman appeared in a court hearing via Zoom while driving, leading to a confrontation with the judge about her actions.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Judge Snaps as Woman Denies Logging Into Zoom Court While Driving: Do You Think I'm That Stupid?'

A judge ended a virtual court hearing after a woman appeared to be driving while claiming to be a passenger.
Law
fromArs Technica
2 weeks ago

Judge irate as defendant joins by Zoom while driving-then lies about it

Carroll admitted to lying about driving during a court hearing, leading to a default judgment against her.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Judge rebukes woman who denied driving while video-calling from car: Do you think I'm that stupid?'

A woman appeared in a court hearing via Zoom while driving, leading to a confrontation with the judge about her actions.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Judge Snaps as Woman Denies Logging Into Zoom Court While Driving: Do You Think I'm That Stupid?'

A judge ended a virtual court hearing after a woman appeared to be driving while claiming to be a passenger.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Discovery As Truth-Seeking: Win Hard Without Playing Hide-The-Ball - Above the Law

Effective discovery requires more than compliance - it requires strategy. Litigators can balance expansive discovery rights and privacy concerns without slowing cases down through practical, results-focused approaches that consider proportionality, electronically stored information management, and the specific discovery rules applicable to their jurisdiction.
Intellectual property law
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Drug convictions bar lawyer from bench but not from practicing law

Felony drug convictions prevent lawyer from becoming a judge but allow him to continue practicing law in Montana.
#criminal-justice-system
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago
US politics

The Betrayal of a Friend's False Testimony

A man who gave false testimony as a teenager, coerced by police, now seeks redemption while three wrongfully imprisoned friends fight to overturn their convictions decades later.
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago
Law

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.
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.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Almost Half of Jury Pool in Musk Trial Tossed After So Many' Said They Hate' Him

Prospective jurors' strong negative opinions about Elon Musk forced dismissal of nearly half the pool, complicating a securities class-action over his Twitter purchase.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Gang sign testimony deemed fair play for attempted murder conviction amNewYork

Gang-related evidence and expert testimony about slang and signs supported motive and accessorial liability, sustaining the attempted murder conviction.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 months ago

Second Judicial District Equal Justice Committee kicks off three-part series on 'Professional Progression in the Unified Court System'

Unified court system career series provided guidance on court structure, career pathways, promotions, interview skills, mentorship, and resources for advancement across all court titles.
Law
fromsfist.com
2 weeks ago

Humpday Headlines: Judge Fines SF Public Defender For Turning Down Cases

SF Public Defender Mano Raju is hiring 36 new attorneys while facing contempt for turning down cases due to unmanageable caseloads.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

The Perp Walk Is The Point - Above the Law

The Justice Department sought to publicize an image of Don Lemon in handcuffs while prosecuting protesters and attempted to suppress public docket records.
Law
from48 hills
2 weeks ago

Judge sanctions public defender in case that raises critical issues about criminal justice - 48 hills

Public Defender Mano Raju was fined $26,000 for refusing cases due to overwhelming workloads, highlighting systemic issues in public defense funding.
US news
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Jury hung on 18 Galatolo charges

Former San Mateo County Community College Chancellor Ron Galatolo was found guilty on eight charges while a mistrial was declared on 18 remaining felony counts.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | New York's promise: Justice with the door kept open amNewYork

Mayor Adams' veto of Intro 1297 prevents strengthened legal pathways for survivors of gender-motivated violence to seek accountability, undermining access to justice.
#legal-education
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

AI Didn't Replace Legal Judgment. It Exposed How Little We Teach It. - Above the Law

AI is not replacing legal judgment; it reveals gaps in how judgment is taught in legal education.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

More Judges Should Mentor Law Students - Above the Law

Law students benefit significantly from internships with law firms and judges, gaining practical experience while helping courts manage limited resources through opinion drafting assistance.
Law
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago

AI Didn't Replace Legal Judgment. It Exposed How Little We Teach It. - Above the Law

AI is not replacing legal judgment; it reveals gaps in how judgment is taught in legal education.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

More Judges Should Mentor Law Students - Above the Law

Law students benefit significantly from internships with law firms and judges, gaining practical experience while helping courts manage limited resources through opinion drafting assistance.
#police-accountability
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

A Brooklyn murder case tests new anonymous jury law as online threats grow more common

Prosecutors alleged Saalik Jackson, 47, tried to influence jurors from his jail cell on Rikers Island during a first trial, resulting in a hung jury.
Law
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Man Caught Using Smart Glasses to Get Advice While Being Cross-Examined in Court

"In my judgment, the smart glasses were clearly connected to his mobile phone during his cross examination because no voice was heard out loud until his smart glasses were removed and disconnected from his glasses."
Law
#prosecutorial-misconduct
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

Courtroom Competence Isn't Included With A Law Degree - This Program Pays Law Students To Get It Right - Above the Law

Law
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NY prosecutor who hid evidence is eying a return to law. Professors want him disbarred.

Prosecutor Glenn Kurtzrock's misconduct led to his resignation, wrongful imprisonment, and ongoing efforts to block his return to practicing law.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Law

Courtroom Competence Isn't Included With A Law Degree - This Program Pays Law Students To Get It Right - Above the Law

Social justice
fromPsychology Today
2 months ago

How Restorative Justice Works at the Psychological Level

Restorative justice rebuilds trust through attentive listening, sustained presence, and community-centered processes that prioritize responsibility and repair over punishment.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Starmer indicates he will not U-turn on plan to scrap some jury trials

Keir Starmer insists on judge-only trials to reduce an 80,000-case crown court backlog and deliver faster justice to victims of misogynist violence.
Law
fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
1 month ago

Legal Groups Push for Mandatory Disclosure of Litigation Funders

Third-party litigation funders must disclose their involvement in federal civil cases through a proposed amendment to Federal Rule of Civil Procedure 26(a)(1)(A) to establish uniform disclosure requirements across inconsistent federal courts.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Lawyer Convicted Of Systematic Sexual Abuse Of Children - Above the Law

Bishop was found guilty on 24 counts of committing lewd acts on three minor victims, all described in court documents as victims under the age of 14. The span of these offenses covers multiple years. Evidence admitted at trial showed that Bishop possessed more than 600 images of child sexual abuse material depicting two of the minor victims.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Legalweek's Annual Judicial Panel: A Clear And Present Danger To Our Judges - And The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Federal judges face escalating threats, harassment, and violence from those who disagree with their rulings, creating a crisis threatening judicial independence and the rule of law.
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.
Law
fromThe Oaklandside
1 month ago

Alameda County public defender challenges judge over lack of Black jurors

An Oakland woman facing misdemeanor charges faced trial with an all-white jury after Black prospective jurors were excused for hardships, prompting her defense attorney to request a new jury panel.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Alexander brothers' defense team takes final swipe at victims' credibility in closing arguments after month-long trial | amNewYork

Defense attorneys for three luxury real estate brothers charged with sex trafficking argue accusers regret consensual encounters rather than experienced crimes, claiming insufficient evidence supports trafficking convictions.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Tackling The Overlooked Obstacle To Pro Bono Work: Not Having A Clue How To Do It - Above the Law

A new partnership between Paladin and the Practising Law Institute integrates targeted skills-based training with law school pro bono work to address the gap between legal education and practical pro bono service demands.
#criminal-justice-reform
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Human Cost Of Our Broken Justice System - Above the Law

The criminal legal system punishes instability through policy choices rather than crime, with public defenders facing systemic barriers while seeking justice and reform.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

The Human Cost Of Our Broken Justice System - Above the Law

The criminal legal system punishes instability through policy choices rather than crime, with public defenders facing systemic barriers while seeking justice and reform.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

How Young Lawyers Get Trial Experience (And Why It Still Matters) - Above the Law

Young lawyers must actively pursue trial experience because it uniquely builds judgment, decisiveness, accountability, and practical courtroom skills rarely gained otherwise.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Tomorrow: Tales From The Witness Stand - What 'Winning' Expert Testimony Looks Like - Above the Law

Effective expert testimony requires credibility, clear translation of jargon, strategic cross-examination, and preparation incorporating technology to persuade judges and juries.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Jurors will remain anonymous in first social media addiction trial

A judge ordered juror identities withheld from social media companies in the first trial alleging adolescent addiction, revealing names only to lawyers, not the defendants.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

On-Demand Webinar: What Winning Expert Testimony Looks Like - Above the Law

Effective expert testimony balances credibility with openness to opposing perspectives, clear translation of technical concepts for factfinders, and resilience under rigorous cross-examination.
Law
fromPadailypost
2 months ago

Jurors hear closing arguments in Stanford protester trial

Five students are on trial accused of conspiring to occupy the Stanford president's office, causing over $300,000 in property damage during a June protest.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Proposed Evidentiary Rule 707: Addressing A Nonexistent Problem Instead Of Real Ones - Above the Law

Proposed Rule 707 would subject machine-generated evidence offered without an expert to Rule 702 reliability standards, creating impractical burdens while missing core judicial challenges.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
2 months ago

Op-Ed | Opening shots miss the mark in Alexander brothers trial amNewYork

Three brothers face federal sex trafficking charges alleging a calculated pattern of drugging, rape, recording, and celebration of assaults using promises of luxury.
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The Role of Witnesses in Strengthening Your Injury Case - Social Media Explorer

Witnesses play a crucial role in personal injury cases, often serving as the backbone of the evidence presented in court. Their testimonies can provide essential context and details that may not be captured through physical evidence alone. In many instances, the accounts of witnesses can corroborate the claims made by the injured party, lending credibility to their narrative. This is particularly important in personal injury cases, where the burden of proof lies with the plaintiff. A strong witness can help
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Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Threading The Needle: How To Win The Case That Can't Be Won (At Least Not The Obvious Way) - Above the Law

Win messy cases by accepting client imperfection, avoiding absolutism, and focusing ruthlessly on the single pivotal issue that defines where responsibility ends.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Court system on 'brink of collapse', former senior judge warns

Criminal court system faces collapse due to unprecedented Crown Court trial backlogs, requiring comprehensive, immediate reforms rather than selective measures.
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