Paedophile French surgeon on trial for abusing almost 300 patientsJoel Le Scouarnec faces trial for allegedly abusing 299 patients, with many being minors, raising serious concerns about medical oversight and accountability.
Court orders a new hearing for Adnan Syed in 'Serial' case. Here's what to knowAdnan Syed's conviction has been reinstated by Maryland's Supreme Court, necessitating a re-examination of the case hearings.The ruling reflects ongoing tensions between legal procedures and victim representation in criminal law.
NYC jury awards $2.78M to au pair who was secretly filmed by creepy chicken mogulThe legal response to Michael Esposito's actions was criticized as insufficient, leaving the victim feeling anger and distress.
Brad Pitt stand-in' jailed for duping partner into sex without condomA man was jailed for 16 years for a sustained campaign of abuse, including Scotland's first prosecution for stealthing, which is considered rape.
Men charged with rape of Broward woman get probation. The victim wanted her day in courtCharges reduced in rape case from dating app; victim angered by plea deals.
Paedophile French surgeon on trial for abusing almost 300 patientsJoel Le Scouarnec faces trial for allegedly abusing 299 patients, with many being minors, raising serious concerns about medical oversight and accountability.
Court orders a new hearing for Adnan Syed in 'Serial' case. Here's what to knowAdnan Syed's conviction has been reinstated by Maryland's Supreme Court, necessitating a re-examination of the case hearings.The ruling reflects ongoing tensions between legal procedures and victim representation in criminal law.
NYC jury awards $2.78M to au pair who was secretly filmed by creepy chicken mogulThe legal response to Michael Esposito's actions was criticized as insufficient, leaving the victim feeling anger and distress.
Brad Pitt stand-in' jailed for duping partner into sex without condomA man was jailed for 16 years for a sustained campaign of abuse, including Scotland's first prosecution for stealthing, which is considered rape.
Men charged with rape of Broward woman get probation. The victim wanted her day in courtCharges reduced in rape case from dating app; victim angered by plea deals.
Revenge porn' abusers allowed to keep devices with explicit imagesProsecutors are failing to secure orders for deletion of intimate images held by revenge porn offenders.
Man Charged With Manslaughter Years After Brooklyn Fruit Stand Manager Dies From 2017 AttackA man charged with manslaughter nearly a year after his victim died from a prior assault.
7 Salisbury U. Students Beat Person Because of Sexual Orientation, Police SaySeven students were charged with assault and hate crimes for violently attacking a man due to his sexual orientation.
'I feel seen and heard for the first time,' says Natasha O'Brien as attacker ex-soldier Cathal Crotty jailedCathal Crotty received a two-year jail sentence for violently attacking Natasha O'Brien after she intervened against his homophobic remarks.
No conviction for student on night out in Louth who punched woman unconsciousThe defendant was not convicted due to lack of motive and prior relationship with the victim.
Man Charged With Manslaughter Years After Brooklyn Fruit Stand Manager Dies From 2017 AttackA man charged with manslaughter nearly a year after his victim died from a prior assault.
7 Salisbury U. Students Beat Person Because of Sexual Orientation, Police SaySeven students were charged with assault and hate crimes for violently attacking a man due to his sexual orientation.
'I feel seen and heard for the first time,' says Natasha O'Brien as attacker ex-soldier Cathal Crotty jailedCathal Crotty received a two-year jail sentence for violently attacking Natasha O'Brien after she intervened against his homophobic remarks.
No conviction for student on night out in Louth who punched woman unconsciousThe defendant was not convicted due to lack of motive and prior relationship with the victim.
Ex-Team GB hockey star and TV extra jailed for rape and abuse of teenage girlsA former hockey player was sentenced to 28 years for sexually assaulting eight victims over 13 years, including children.
Failures of SF Office on Sexual Assault Complaints Draw Scrutiny | KQEDFailure to address sexual assault survivor support and city department accountability in San Francisco sparks necessary reforms.
Ex-Irish boxing chief guilty of sexually assaulting young woman while she was unconsciousA 67-year-old man was convicted of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman after allegedly spiking her drink.
Ex-Team GB hockey star and TV extra jailed for rape and abuse of teenage girlsA former hockey player was sentenced to 28 years for sexually assaulting eight victims over 13 years, including children.
Failures of SF Office on Sexual Assault Complaints Draw Scrutiny | KQEDFailure to address sexual assault survivor support and city department accountability in San Francisco sparks necessary reforms.
Ex-Irish boxing chief guilty of sexually assaulting young woman while she was unconsciousA 67-year-old man was convicted of sexually assaulting a 19-year-old woman after allegedly spiking her drink.
'We're outraged. It's such a slap in the face' - hit-and-run victim Joe Drennan's family want appeal over sentenceKieran Fogarty received a six-year sentence for killing Joe Drennan; no additional time for the crime is causing family distress.
Australia's courts are moving faster on privacy law than parliament | Edward Santow and Sarah SacherJudge My Anh Tran created new legal precedent in Australia to protect victims of privacy invasion after current laws proved insufficient.
'I am in a blind rage' - Natasha O'Brien was not informed about date of upcoming appeal over her attacker Cathal Crotty's sentenceMs. O'Brien is upset about not being informed of her case date, emphasizing the need for better victim support in the justice system.
Australia's courts are moving faster on privacy law than parliament | Edward Santow and Sarah SacherJudge My Anh Tran created new legal precedent in Australia to protect victims of privacy invasion after current laws proved insufficient.
'I am in a blind rage' - Natasha O'Brien was not informed about date of upcoming appeal over her attacker Cathal Crotty's sentenceMs. O'Brien is upset about not being informed of her case date, emphasizing the need for better victim support in the justice system.
Stalking victims to be told perpetrator's identity, says Jess PhillipsStalking victims will gain the right to know their stalker's identity, enhancing their protection and support in the UK.
Parole board to hear serial killer Paul Bernardo's latest bid for release | CBC NewsThe Parole Board of Canada is reconsidering Paul Bernardo's potential release, amidst claims of victim families' rights being overlooked.
Parole board barred victims' families from attending Bernardo hearing in person, lawyer says | CBC NewsThe justice system has once again failed the families of Kristen French and Leslie Mahaffy by denying them in-person victim impact statements at Paul Bernardo's parole hearing.
Parole board to hear serial killer Paul Bernardo's latest bid for release | CBC NewsThe Parole Board of Canada is reconsidering Paul Bernardo's potential release, amidst claims of victim families' rights being overlooked.
Parole board barred victims' families from attending Bernardo hearing in person, lawyer says | CBC NewsThe justice system has once again failed the families of Kristen French and Leslie Mahaffy by denying them in-person victim impact statements at Paul Bernardo's parole hearing.
Teenager found guilty of murder after Hackney woman shot through front doorA teenager was found guilty of murdering Lianne Gordon, an innocent victim of gang violence.
Menendez brothers' uncle says they should not be releasedRelatives of Erik and Lyle Menendez advocate for their release, citing victimization, while others contest claims of abuse and argue for justice for the deceased parents.
Garth Brooks' rape accuser slams singer for revealing her name: 'He thinks the laws don't apply to him'Garth Brooks publicly named his rape accuser, igniting backlash and accusations of further victimization amid their ongoing legal battle.
Newsom vetoes bill allowing more lawsuits from victims of sex abuse at juvenile facilitiesGovernor Newsom's veto of a bill extending the statute of limitations for juvenile sexual abuse victims denies them further opportunity for justice.
Harrods must reveal all NDAs signed by Mohamed Al Fayed's victims, say lawyersHarrods must disclose the number of NDAs related to abuse allegations during Fayed's ownership to understand the full scope of his actions.
Newsom vetoes bill allowing more lawsuits from victims of sex abuse at juvenile facilitiesGovernor Newsom's veto of a bill extending the statute of limitations for juvenile sexual abuse victims denies them further opportunity for justice.
Harrods must reveal all NDAs signed by Mohamed Al Fayed's victims, say lawyersHarrods must disclose the number of NDAs related to abuse allegations during Fayed's ownership to understand the full scope of his actions.
Some crime victims unaware' of offenders' early prison release in England and WalesVictims of crime are often unaware when their offenders are released early, complicating their ability to seek protective measures.
California lawmakers dismiss bill to give convicted murderers serving life without parole a chance at releaseThe bill SB 94 aimed to provide parole opportunities for certain inmates but was dismissed by state lawmakers.Despite extensive negotiations, victim-rights concerns led to the bill's opposition.SB 94 would have allowed inmates to ask for sentence modifications after serving 25 years.
Victims 'terrified': Pipe-wielding Tesla driver convicted in road-rage incidents is released earlyNathaniel Radimak, notorious for road rage, was released early from prison, heightening fears among his victims.