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New York City

Meet the Team Prosecuting Donald J. Trump

A high-profile team has been assembled by Manhattan's DA to prosecute the first criminal trial against former President Donald Trump. [ more ]

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#law-enforcement

www.nytimes.com

3 days ago

US news

Teen's Missing AirPod Leads to Arrest of Driver Accused of Hitting Him

The use of a tracking device in a pair of AirPods played a crucial role in the arrest of a hit-and-run suspect. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

Deputy strangles woman when she tries to end relationship, California officials say

A San Francisco deputy is facing charges including domestic violence, assault, false imprisonment, and stalking.

The woman reported multiple instances of abuse over months, including an attempted strangling, leading to the deputy's arrest. [ more ]

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#murder

www.newsshopper.co.uk

4 days ago

London

Man guilty of south east London murder after 'falling out over a sham marriage scam'

Man found guilty of stabbing over sham marriage scam. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

4 days ago

New York City

Man stabbed to death as his mother is tied up in brutal marriage scam murder

A man was brutally stabbed to death in a dispute over a sham marriage scam, with his mother held captive during the incident. [ more ]

The Mercury News

Los Angeles

San Quentin inmate who killed off-duty California detective in 1985 dies

The convicted murderer of an off-duty LAPD detective in 1985 was found dead in his prison cell, suspected to be a suicide. [ more ]

Sacramento Bee

California

California fertility doctor gets 15 years to life for wife's murder

Southern California fertility doctor sentenced to prison for wife's murder.

Case initially believed to be an accident turned out to be murder. [ more ]

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#trump

Above the Law

1 week ago

Law

Trump Loses Bid For Sanctions On NY Prosecutors. Again.

Trump faces another legal setback in his false business records case in NY. [ more ]

The American Conservative

Left-wing politics

Trump Begins the High-Wire Act

The hush-money trial against Trump, the weakest legal case, could append 'convicted felon' to his name, impacting the election. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

Donald Trump Chooses To Antagonize Yet Another Judge

Trump's history of antagonizing judges during trials has negative implications, as seen in a previous case involving Letitia James.

The upcoming criminal case against Trump, involving alteration of business records, may lead to conviction based on solid evidence. [ more ]

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Slate Magazine

1 week ago

Media industry

The DOJ Is Making a Huge Mistake Censoring a Journalist Who Embarrassed Fox News

Court orders prohibiting news publication are severe First Amendment violations. Florida prosecutors labeling news as 'contraband' to prevent publication raises constitutional concerns. [ more ]

#racism

Southern Coalition for Social Justice

2 weeks ago

Social justice

Galveston Community Stands Together for Review of Redistricting Case

The redistricting case Petteway v. Galveston County endangers Black and Latino residents' ability to elect representatives. [ more ]

The Nation

Social justice

O.J. Simpson Proved That With Enough Money You Can Get Away With Murder

O.J. Simpson lived a luxurious life at a golf club after prison, surrounded by wealthy friends despite his controversial past. [ more ]

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#data-scraping

Social Media Today

2 weeks ago

Data science

X Loses Lawsuit Against Data Scrapers

Bright Data won a legal case against Meta regarding scraping public data without login. [ more ]

Social Media Today

2 weeks ago

Data science

X Loses Lawsuit Against Data Scrapers

Bright Data won a legal case against Meta regarding scraping publicly accessible data without login. [ more ]

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Boston.com

4 weeks ago

New York City

New Hampshire jury finds state liable for youth detention center abuse and awards victim $38 million in landmark trial

The state of New Hampshire was found negligent in a youth detention abuse case, resulting in a $38 million award. [ more ]

Boston.com

4 weeks ago

New York City

Watertown police officer acquitted of rape charges, remains on unpaid leave from department

Officer acquitted of rape charges, but department investigation continues. [ more ]

www.theguardian.com

London

More than 10,000 London black-cab drivers launch 250m Uber lawsuit

London black-cab drivers sue Uber for breaking taxi rules and misleading authorities, seeking 250m in compensation. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

The Offense That Harvey Weinstein Can Never Be Convicted Of

There is a chance Harvey Weinstein could walk free as his NY conviction was overturned, leading to a potential retry or appeal in LA based on trial fairness concerns. [ more ]

#us-supreme-court

PortlandTribune.com

JavaScript

LETTER: Do people have a right to camp on sidewalks?

The U.S. Supreme Court is considering whether local ordinances prohibiting camping on public property violate the Eighth Amendment. [ more ]

Ars Technica

Health

Anti-abortion group's studies retracted before Supreme Court mifepristone case

Publisher Sage retracted three abortion studies cited by anti-abortion groups in a legal case.

The retraction was based on problems with the studies' methods, analyses, presentation, and undisclosed conflicts of interest. [ more ]

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MedCity News

Remote teams

Providence Ordered to Pay $200M for 'Systemic Wage Violations' - MedCity News

Providence underpaid employees by denying breaks and rounding down time on the clock, resulting in a $200 million judgment. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Is the eviction of hundreds of renters from Barrington Plaza legal? A court case to decide is now underway.

The case at Barrington Plaza serves as a crucial test of renter protections and the legality of evictions in Los Angeles amid an affordable housing crisis. [ more ]

www.standard.co.uk

London

Met Police set to pay out millions to young man left paralysed after being Tasered by officer

The Metropolitan Police is set to pay out millions to a Black man left paralysed after being Tasered in 2020. [ more ]

#prison-sentence

ESPN.com

National Basketball Association

Ex-Piston gets prison time for insurance fraud

Will Bynum sentenced to 18 months in prison for NBA insurance fraud. [ more ]

Boston.com

Boston

Prosecutors: Ex Boston woman was supposed to report for her jail sentence, but went to the beach instead

Former Boston woman sentenced to 6 months in prison for failing to surrender and enjoying leisurely activities in the Dominican Republic. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

3 companies, 1 Midtown Miami apartment, 0 employees: The setup for a $735,000 fraud

A 26-year old ran a $735,000 investor fraud out of his Miami apartment using lies and fake companies.

The fraudster, now 29, has been sentenced to 2 1/2 years in federal prison and faces a restitution hearing. [ more ]

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#supreme-court

www.npr.org

Law

Supreme Court hears challenge to law used to prosecute hundreds of Jan. 6 defendants

The Supreme Court will review a federal obstruction law used in Capitol riot cases, including one against a former police officer. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

The Law School On Both Sides Of The Supreme Court

Professors from top law school face off in NRA v. Vullo case

They have never been on opposing sides before. [ more ]

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#hunter-biden

www.nytimes.com

Left-wing politics

Judge Rejects Hunter Biden Claim of Selective Prosecution in Gun Case

The federal judge rejected Hunter Biden's claim of selective prosecution, stating it was nonsensical for the Biden Justice Department to target the president's son. [ more ]

www.aljazeera.com

Left-wing politics

US judge rejects Hunter Biden's bid to toss out tax case

Hunter Biden failed to have tax charges dismissed, facing trial in June.

The judge denied motions to dismiss the case, stating lack of evidence for political bias. [ more ]

emptywheel

Left-wing politics

Hunter Biden's Motions to Dismiss: The Technical Complaints - emptywheel

Several motions to dismiss filed by Hunter Biden challenge key aspects of the indictment, which could potentially weaken the case against him.

The technical complaints raised by Hunter Biden's legal team focus on the timing and nature of the alleged tax violations, undermining the prosecution's narrative. [ more ]

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www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Woman loses 600k in compensation after being branded dishonest' by judge

A woman in Wales lost out on almost 600,000 in damages for being dishonest about her fall injuries. [ more ]

New York Post

New York City

Cornell student admits to making antisemitic threats after autism diagnosis, did it to 'garner sympathy' for Jewish people: lawyer

The Cornell University engineering student pleaded guilty to threatening to kill Jews on campus after a recent autism diagnosis.

The student's lawyer stated that his actions were motivated by a desire to reveal the atrocities of Hamas rather than to scare Jewish people. [ more ]

Dodgers Nation

LA Dodgers

Former Dodgers Pitcher Julio Urias Facing 5 Charges From Los Angeles City Attorney: Report

Julio Urías facing five misdemeanor charges related to domestic violence incident.

Major League Baseball may take disciplinary action regardless of legal case outcome. [ more ]

#extortion

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Brother-in-law of Scotland's first minister charged with abduction and extortion

The brother-in-law of Scotland's first minister is charged with abduction and extortion.

Four individuals appearing in court in connection with a case linked to a man's death from falling from a window. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Bling Bishop' Who Boasted of Ties to Eric Adams Is Convicted of Fraud

Whitehead convicted of wire fraud and extortion

Whitehead misrepresented relationship with Mayor Eric Adams [ more ]

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#money-laundering

www.mercurynews.com

East Bay (California)

This has been the biggest mistake of my life': Oakland business owner confesses before he's sentenced to prison for laundering drug money

Felipe de Jesus Ornelas Mora sentenced to 18 months in federal prison for money laundering through his business Rincon Musical.

Ornelas Mora expresses regret and loss, acknowledging his wrongdoing and the impact on his life and business. [ more ]

Miami Herald

Miami

Miami commissioner had 'carte blanche' over brother's campaign tied to corruption case

Renier Díaz de la Portilla distanced himself from political activities linked to alleged money laundering scheme by his brother.

Contributions from a lobbyist representing a wealthy couple were tied to securing political support for a $10 million sports dome project. [ more ]

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Boston.com

Boston

Woman allegedly tried to fly from Logan to London with 74 pounds of marijuana

The 74-pound marijuana shipment seized at Logan Airport was worth $370,000 in the U.K.

Nalexus Palmer pleaded not guilty to trafficking marijuana and mentioned being unaware of the bags' contents. [ more ]

Electronic Frontier Foundation

Privacy professionals

Ola Bini Faces Ecuadorian Prosecutors Seeking to Overturn Acquittal of Cybercrime Charge

Ola Bini faced unjust imprisonment in Ecuador based on false charges.

Prosecutors in Ecuador attempted to overturn Bini's acquittal using weak evidence and bogus allegations. [ more ]

Above the Law

Law

The Murthy Arguments Went So Poorly For The States That The FBI Feels Comfortable Talking To Social Media Companies Again

The FBI has re-established communications with social media companies following setbacks in the Murthy v. Missouri case.

There are instances where it is warranted for the FBI to be in contact with tech platforms, particularly in cases of danger or threat. [ more ]

therealdeal.com

LA real estate

Ex-LA Deputy Mayor Raymond Chan Found Guilty of Bribery

Former Los Angeles Deputy Mayor found guilty in corruption case involving bribes from developers.

Federal jury found Chan guilty on all 12 counts including racketeering, bribery, and fraud. [ more ]

New York Post

NYC politics

Cuomo accuser calls disgraced ex-NY governor 'amazing,' 'a wonderful person' in newly revealed video

Charlotte Bennett praised Cuomo as 'so amazing' in a video, differing from her harassment claims.

Cuomo's legal team cites Bennett's favorable comments to undermine her credibility. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US politics

Lee Berry, Black Panther in a Radical Chic' Time, Dies at 78

Lee Berry was a Black Panther Party member indicted in a major case; his personal ordeal inspired a notable New York event.

The Panther 21 were indicted for plotting bombings but most were acquitted; Berry's charges were dropped due to being hospitalized. [ more ]

#child-neglect

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Constance Marten claims they would have handed in baby Victoria

The couple planned to hand in their baby if they couldn't find a house, claiming they never intended to live in a tent long-term. Marten insists they took the baby off-grid out of love, not neglect. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Constance Marten tells manslaughter trial babies 'don't require that much to survive'

Babies need basic essentials to survive

Defendants' justification for the baby's conditions [ more ]

morechild-neglect

www.nytimes.com

Tech industry

Read the Lawsuit Against Apple

The document pertains to a legal case involving multiple states and the United States Department of Justice.

Apple Inc. is listed as a defendant in the case. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

Mother of Navy vet killed by L.A. police as he held a metal bar will receive $24 million

Police shot Navy veteran holding a metal bar, mistaking it for a machete, leading to a $24.45 million settlement for his mother.

A federal jury awarded $23.8 million, deeming the use of force by LAPD officers excessive in this case. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Man Charged With Murder in Death of 3-Year-Old Boy in Brooklyn

A 29-year-old man charged with killing a 3-year-old Brooklyn boy

Police confirmed the death ruled as a homicide after the child found with head injuries in a bathtub [ more ]

emptywheel

Left-wing politics

Hunter Biden's Replies to His Motion to Dismiss - emptywheel

The prosecutors in David Weiss' case referenced Roger Stone, leading to citations in a case discussed by the author.

The Department of Justice's actions regarding Biden's memo and charges are criticized for being misleading. [ more ]

www.amny.com

NYC politics

Mayor Adams accused by former colleague of demanding oral sex before sexual assault in graphic details of misconduct suit | amNewYork

Decades-old sexual assault complaint against Mayor Eric Adams revealed.

Allegations include demanding sexual favors and assault while working in the NYPD. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

US politics

Former Republican Candidate for U.S. House Is Charged With Murder

Daniel Rodimer, a former Republican congressional candidate backed by Trump, surrendered to police on murder charges.

The victim, Christopher Tapp, died from blunt-force trauma to the head in an altercation at a Las Vegas resort. [ more ]

www.independent.co.uk

UK news

Charges dropped against man accused of driving a hearse onto football pitch

Charges dropped against man accused of driving a hearse onto a football pitch

Prosecution discontinued due to lack of evidence [ more ]

www.nytimes.com

New York City

Ex-N.Y.U. Official Admits She Stole Public Money to Add Pool at Her Home

Former NYU administrator pleads guilty to $3.5 million fraud, diverting public money for personal use.

$663,209 restitution and 5 years' probation part of plea agreement. [ more ]

#rebecca-grossman

Sacramento Bee

California

Jury convicts Southern California socialite in 2020 hit-and-run deaths of two young brothers

Socialite found guilty of hit-and-run deaths of two brothers in Southern California.

Rebecca Grossman faces 34 years to life in prison for various charges including second-degree murder. [ more ]

Los Angeles Times

Los Angeles

2 children dead; Rebecca Grossman says she's no murderer. Justice is now in the hands of the jury

Prosecutors allege Rebecca Grossman killed two boys while impaired by alcohol and Valium.

Jury must decide if Grossman is guilty of murder or lesser charges based on different levels of negligence. [ more ]

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www.theguardian.com

Law

Elon Musk's unlikely foe in $56bn pay defeat: US thrash metal drummer

Elon Musk lost a legal case brought by a former heavy metal drummer, resulting in the voiding of his $56bn pay package.

The unlikely opponent, Richard Tornetta, held just nine shares of Tesla and accused Musk of unfairness to him and fellow shareholders.

Tornetta's case raises questions about the power of individual investors with small holdings and their ability to shape corporate law. [ more ]

Washington Post

4 months ago

London politics

Ex-Pakistani leader Imran Khan gets 10-year prison sentence before elections

Former Pakistani prime minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to 10 years in prison for exposing official secrets.

Khan's party claims the verdict was rushed and plans to appeal the sentence. [ more ]

HuffPost

US politics

Jury Awards Election Workers Defamed By Rudy Giuliani $148 Million

A Washington, D.C., jury has awarded $148 million to Georgia election workers defamed by Rudy Giuliani for their activities during the 2020 election.

The women endured harassment, threats, and had to change their identities due to the defamation. [ more ]

Barrons

US politics

Jury Mulling Damages Ex-NYC Mayor Giuliani Owes To Poll Workers

Rudy Giuliani is facing a defamation case brought by two Georgia poll workers

The poll workers are seeking tens of millions of dollars in damages [ more ]

The Sacramento Bee

California

Southern California school janitor who spent years in jail acquitted of child sexual abuse

A former elementary school janitor in Southern California has been acquitted of sexually abusing students.

Defense attorneys argued that there was no legitimate evidence against him and accused the District Attorney's Office and Sheriff's Department of misconduct. [ more ]

www.nytimes.com