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#legal-cases

Her sexual abuser was safely locked away in a California prison. But then the calls started coming in, feds say

Nathaniel Diaz is facing new federal charges for exploiting a minor, despite being incarcerated for similar offenses.

Left-wing politics

fromThe New Yorker

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

The Last Time Pro-Palestinian Activists Faced Deportation

The L.A. Eight's case highlights the consequences of political activism and immigration laws from the Cold War era.

#education

EU data protection

Federal judge bars DOGE from accessing student data

A federal judge blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive student data due to privacy concerns raised by the American Federation of Teachers.

fromInside Higher Ed | Higher Education News, Events and Jobs

SF parents

Headteacher remanded in custody after alleged assault at secondary school

The Independent provides critical coverage of ongoing social issues and significant legal cases without paywalls.

EU data protection

Federal judge bars DOGE from accessing student data

A federal judge blocked Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency from accessing sensitive student data due to privacy concerns raised by the American Federation of Teachers.

SF parents

Headteacher remanded in custody after alleged assault at secondary school

The Independent provides critical coverage of ongoing social issues and significant legal cases without paywalls.

The CFPB drops its lawsuit against Capital One, marking a major reversal

CFPB dropped significant legal cases, indicating a notable shift in its approach toward financial institutions under the current administration.

fromwww.bbc.com

London

Couple can hand back moth-infested 32.5m mansion

Couple wins court case against vendor over undisclosed severe moth infestation in expensive property, allowing them to return the mansion for most of their money back.

#copyright-law

Intellectual property law

Discovery, Injury, and Diligence: Reconciling Subjective and Objective Copyright Limitations Standards Post-Warner Chappell

The Supreme Court may resolve a key issue regarding the statute of limitations for copyright infringement, potentially transforming copyright law.

Intellectual property law

Ripe for Review: Digital Access to a Banana taped to the Wall

The Eleventh Circuit dismissed Morford's copyright claim against Cattelan, emphasizing the need for stronger evidence of copying.

fromAbove the Law

Law

'Double Shot' Of Justice: Artist Termination Rights Go Global - Above the Law

Modern copyright law must adapt to the global nature of art and music distribution, especially regarding termination rights.

Intellectual property law

Discovery, Injury, and Diligence: Reconciling Subjective and Objective Copyright Limitations Standards Post-Warner Chappell

The Supreme Court may resolve a key issue regarding the statute of limitations for copyright infringement, potentially transforming copyright law.

Intellectual property law

Ripe for Review: Digital Access to a Banana taped to the Wall

The Eleventh Circuit dismissed Morford's copyright claim against Cattelan, emphasizing the need for stronger evidence of copying.

fromAbove the Law

Law

'Double Shot' Of Justice: Artist Termination Rights Go Global - Above the Law

Modern copyright law must adapt to the global nature of art and music distribution, especially regarding termination rights.

New York Doctor Indicted in Louisiana for Sending Abortion Pills There

A New York doctor has been indicted for providing abortion pills to a Louisiana resident, marking a significant legal confrontation over abortion access.

France news

Adopted wild boar Rillette' can stay with owner, court rules

Support for journalism helps uncover critical stories like Rillette's, emphasizing the importance of compassion versus legalities in animal adoption cases.

fromElectronic Frontier Foundation

US Elections

The GOP Plot to Bankrupt Planned Parenthood

Republicans are pursuing legal avenues to defund Planned Parenthood's federal funding, threatening its operations and access to health care services.

Privacy professionals

EFF Tells Appeals Court To Keep Copyright's Fair Use Rules Broad And Flexible

A balanced approach to copyright is crucial for protecting user rights.

The Sedlik v. Von Drachenberg case is pivotal for defining fair use in artistic contexts.

fromFast Company

Miscellaneous

Georgia to let farmers drill new irrigation wells starting next year

Farmers in southwest Georgia can finally drill new irrigation wells, improving farming prospects after a decade-long moratorium.

#trump

Left-wing politics

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.

The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

What happens to Trump's criminal cases after election win

Trump becomes the first convicted felon to win the presidency, impacting his legal accountability regarding criminal cases.

Digital life

Special Counsel Moves to Dismiss Federal Cases Against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to drop criminal charges against Trump due to Justice Department policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

Miscellaneous

Sunday Snapshot: Trump doesn't need a pardon

Trump claims he doesn't need to pardon himself due to winning legal cases.

Left-wing politics

US special counsel seeks pause in Trump classified documents case

Special Counsel Jack Smith seeks time to evaluate Trump's presidential victory on legal cases.

The government has paused its appeal on Trump’s mishandling of classified documents.

What happens to Trump's criminal cases after election win

Trump becomes the first convicted felon to win the presidency, impacting his legal accountability regarding criminal cases.

Digital life

Special Counsel Moves to Dismiss Federal Cases Against Trump

Special counsel Jack Smith moved to drop criminal charges against Trump due to Justice Department policy on prosecuting sitting presidents.

fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law

Miscellaneous

Sunday Snapshot: Trump doesn't need a pardon

Trump claims he doesn't need to pardon himself due to winning legal cases.

more#trump

Intellectual property law

Even a Good Reason for Non-Use May Not Save Your Abandoned Trademark

Trademark rights are maintained through continuous use, and nonuse for three consecutive years can lead to a presumption of abandonment.

Film

fromWashington Post

What to know about 'Rust' premiere, three years after fatal shooting

The premiere of the film 'Rust' follows a tragic incident involving a prop gun that killed cinematographer Halyna Hutchins and injured the director.

The Next Frontline in the Fight for Reproductive Rights

The Adkins v. Idaho trial highlights the serious implications of strict abortion laws for patients and healthcare providers.

Georgia Election Case Against Trump Could Survive, but With a Long Delay

Trump's Georgia racketeering case is moving forward, but could take years and may be delayed due to his legal arguments as a sitting president.

US Elections

Trump faces Supreme Court immunity test as hush money' trial continues

Trump faces legal tests in New York and Washington over election-related cases.

US news

Georgia Election Case Against Trump Could Survive, but With a Long Delay

Trump's Georgia racketeering case is moving forward, but could take years and may be delayed due to his legal arguments as a sitting president.

US Elections

Trump faces Supreme Court immunity test as hush money' trial continues

Trump faces legal tests in New York and Washington over election-related cases.

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London

fromIrish Independent

Over 400 alleged victims of ex-Harrods boss Al Fayed come forward

Allegations of widespread sexual abuse and intimidation have emerged against the late Mohamed Al Fayed, impacting his business legacy.

#fraud

fromLos Angeles Times

Los Angeles

O.C. man charged with workers' comp fraud involving $100 million of billings

A major fraud scheme involving nearly $100 million in fraudulent workers' comp billing has resulted in charges against several individuals, including a convicted fraudster.

fromEngadget

Music

Alleged fraudster got $10 million in royalties using robots to stream AI-made music

A North Carolina man faces fraud charges for using AI to inflate music streaming numbers and earn over $10 million in royalties.

fromLos Angeles Times

Los Angeles

O.C. man charged with workers' comp fraud involving $100 million of billings

A major fraud scheme involving nearly $100 million in fraudulent workers' comp billing has resulted in charges against several individuals, including a convicted fraudster.

fromEngadget

Music

Alleged fraudster got $10 million in royalties using robots to stream AI-made music

A North Carolina man faces fraud charges for using AI to inflate music streaming numbers and earn over $10 million in royalties.

more#fraud

UK news

Woman who did not get leaving card loses UK employment claim

Karen Conaghan's lawsuit over a missing leaving card was dismissed, highlighting her claims of workplace victimization and perceived conspiracy.

What's Next After Jack Smith's Big Jan. 6 Evidence Drop

Trump has been convicted of 34 felony counts, but multiple legal cases and appeals are still ongoing.

US Elections

Judge Merchan Had a Surprisingly Good Reason to Delay Trump's Sentencing

The Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision is significantly impacting Trump's state-level legal challenges, particularly his Hush Money conviction.

Digital life

Death Penalty, Nuclear Waste and More: Supreme Court Rounds Out Coming Term

The Supreme Court will hear cases involving DNA evidence for exoneration, federal agency authority, and police use of force, shaping key legal precedents.

JavaScript

What's Next in Trump's Immunity Case

The Supreme Court's ruling on Mr. Trump's immunity case might impact his trial completion before the election.

What's Next After Jack Smith's Big Jan. 6 Evidence Drop

Trump has been convicted of 34 felony counts, but multiple legal cases and appeals are still ongoing.

US Elections

Judge Merchan Had a Surprisingly Good Reason to Delay Trump's Sentencing

The Supreme Court's presidential immunity decision is significantly impacting Trump's state-level legal challenges, particularly his Hush Money conviction.

Digital life

Death Penalty, Nuclear Waste and More: Supreme Court Rounds Out Coming Term

The Supreme Court will hear cases involving DNA evidence for exoneration, federal agency authority, and police use of force, shaping key legal precedents.