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www.mercurynews.com
3 months ago
Social justice

Judge weighs rare contempt order against trouble Dublin prison for possible retaliation against inmate who testified about conditions there

A federal judge is considering holding the Federal Bureau of Prisons in contempt of court over alleged retaliation against an inmate at FCI Dublin women's prison.
The judge may appoint a special master to oversee changes at the prison, which has been plagued with allegations of sexual assault and harassment by staff members. [ more ]
www.mercurynews.com
4 months ago
Social justice

Despite vast sex scandal, judge unsure about need for special master at Dublin prison

Judge skeptical of need for special master at FCI Dublin women's prison
Judge doubts claims of deliberate indifference by prison staff [ more ]
Above the Law
6 months ago
Law

6th Circuit Decides To Not Throw Out Special Master After His 'Reply All' Goof

The 6th Circuit rejected a bid to remove a special master from opioid litigation due to a mistaken "reply all" email.
The court determined that the email did not display bias or partiality.
The special master showed willingness to allow third parties to be added in response to plaintiffs amending their complaint. [ more ]
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