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#immigration
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

As children are pulled into immigration court, many must fend for themselves

Children facing deportation often lack legal representation, significantly increasing their risk of removal from the U.S.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Illegal immigrant convicted in murder of mom of 5 Rachel Morin after jury deliberates for less than an hour

Victor Martinez-Hernandez was convicted of murder and sexual offenses against Rachel Morin, highlighting ongoing concerns about migrant-related crime.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

The Abrego Garcia Saga Is a Litmus Test For Media Figures

The case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia prompts questions about due process and the rule of law in America.
fromThe Atlantic
6 hours ago
US news

The Awful Bind of the El Salvador Prisoners

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case highlights flaws in immigration enforcement and the lack of due process for detainees.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

CNN Crime Reporter Says FBI Arrest of Judge Not Unprecedented' and Will Be Decided in Court: They Have a Case'

The federal government has a legitimate case against Judge Hannah Dugan regarding charges of obstructing a federal agency.
NYC parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

As children are pulled into immigration court, many must fend for themselves

Children facing deportation often lack legal representation, significantly increasing their risk of removal from the U.S.
Black Lives Matter
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Illegal immigrant convicted in murder of mom of 5 Rachel Morin after jury deliberates for less than an hour

Victor Martinez-Hernandez was convicted of murder and sexual offenses against Rachel Morin, highlighting ongoing concerns about migrant-related crime.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago
US politics

The Abrego Garcia Saga Is a Litmus Test For Media Figures

The case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia prompts questions about due process and the rule of law in America.
fromThe Atlantic
6 hours ago
US news

The Awful Bind of the El Salvador Prisoners

Kilmar Abrego Garcia's case highlights flaws in immigration enforcement and the lack of due process for detainees.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago
US politics

CNN Crime Reporter Says FBI Arrest of Judge Not Unprecedented' and Will Be Decided in Court: They Have a Case'

The federal government has a legitimate case against Judge Hannah Dugan regarding charges of obstructing a federal agency.
more#immigration
#china
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

3 Questions For A Tech Entrepreneur Turned Chinese Patent Enforcer (Part II) - Above the Law

Newman Infinite views China's legal system as effective for enforcing IP rights, planning to apply lessons learned to enforce IP globally.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago
UK news

A U.S. Businessman Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison in China

David Lee's sentencing reflects arbitrary law enforcement in China, raising concerns about justice and human rights.
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago
Intellectual property law

3 Questions For A Tech Entrepreneur Turned Chinese Patent Enforcer (Part II) - Above the Law

Newman Infinite views China's legal system as effective for enforcing IP rights, planning to apply lessons learned to enforce IP globally.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 day ago
UK news

A U.S. Businessman Is Sentenced to 5 Years in Prison in China

David Lee's sentencing reflects arbitrary law enforcement in China, raising concerns about justice and human rights.
more#china
#supreme-court
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

How Democrats wage war on the 'rule of law' - and weaponize it against Trump

The left has increasingly challenged the American legal system, particularly targeting the Supreme Court and politicizing legal actions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Retired Supreme Court Justice Warns Legal System Doesn't Work' If You Start Impeaching Judges' Amid Trump's Attacks

Impeaching judges for disagreeable decisions undermines the judicial system, warns Justice Breyer.
Left-wing politics
fromNew York Post
3 days ago

How Democrats wage war on the 'rule of law' - and weaponize it against Trump

The left has increasingly challenged the American legal system, particularly targeting the Supreme Court and politicizing legal actions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
US politics

Retired Supreme Court Justice Warns Legal System Doesn't Work' If You Start Impeaching Judges' Amid Trump's Attacks

Impeaching judges for disagreeable decisions undermines the judicial system, warns Justice Breyer.
more#supreme-court
#judiciary
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Lawyers Can Slow a Trump Dictatorship. They Have to Do Something Uncomfortable First.

Donald Trump's potential dictatorship hinges on dismantling the rule of law and undermining the legal profession as a check against his power.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

MPs' attacks on judges a huge threat to the rule of law, says attorney general

Political attacks on judges threaten the rule of law and judicial independence, warns Attorney General.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Judges Who Ruled Against Trump Receive 'Alarming' Unsolicited Pizza Deliveries - Above the Law

Judges are now facing threats that undermine their ability to perform their duties without fear.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Trump AG Pam Bondi Attacks Judges In Multiple Anti-Trump Cases: Need To Be Removed'

Pam Bondi argues that certain judges are biased and obstructing Trump's agenda, advocating for their removal.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
SF parents

California businesswoman granted clemency by Trump sent to prison again for new fraud scheme

Adriana Camberos, previously pardoned by Trump, received a new prison sentence for fraud, showcasing continued criminal behavior shortly after her release.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 weeks ago
Social justice

Opinion: Oregon needs more public defenders, not overloaded ones

The public defense system in Oregon needs more public defenders to ensure fairness and efficiency in the judicial process.
Law
fromSlate Magazine
1 month ago

Lawyers Can Slow a Trump Dictatorship. They Have to Do Something Uncomfortable First.

Donald Trump's potential dictatorship hinges on dismantling the rule of law and undermining the legal profession as a check against his power.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago

MPs' attacks on judges a huge threat to the rule of law, says attorney general

Political attacks on judges threaten the rule of law and judicial independence, warns Attorney General.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Federal Judges Who Ruled Against Trump Receive 'Alarming' Unsolicited Pizza Deliveries - Above the Law

Judges are now facing threats that undermine their ability to perform their duties without fear.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago
Right-wing politics

Trump AG Pam Bondi Attacks Judges In Multiple Anti-Trump Cases: Need To Be Removed'

Pam Bondi argues that certain judges are biased and obstructing Trump's agenda, advocating for their removal.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 days ago
SF parents

California businesswoman granted clemency by Trump sent to prison again for new fraud scheme

Adriana Camberos, previously pardoned by Trump, received a new prison sentence for fraud, showcasing continued criminal behavior shortly after her release.
fromPortlandTribune.com
4 weeks ago
Social justice

Opinion: Oregon needs more public defenders, not overloaded ones

The public defense system in Oregon needs more public defenders to ensure fairness and efficiency in the judicial process.
more#judiciary
#judicial-independence
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago
US politics

Trump Administration to Judges: 'We Will Find You'

The arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan represents a broader attempt to intimidate the judiciary and undermine judicial independence.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Conservative former federal judge says Trump has declared war' on US rule of law

Trump's actions are pushing the United States towards a constitutional crisis, according to legal experts.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
4 days ago

Trump Administration to Judges: 'We Will Find You'

The arrest of Judge Hannah Dugan represents a broader attempt to intimidate the judiciary and undermine judicial independence.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Conservative former federal judge says Trump has declared war' on US rule of law

Trump's actions are pushing the United States towards a constitutional crisis, according to legal experts.
more#judicial-independence
#crime
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Mother describes relief after arrest for baby killing 27 years ago: It's out'

Joanne Sharkey was relieved by her arrest after 27 years of living with the guilt of killing her newborn son.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Law

Creep charged with torturing granny with a nail gun has a disturbing past involving stalking, child sex crimes

The handyman accused of murdering an elderly woman has a disturbing history of child molestation and stalking.
Despite previous convictions, Jeffrey Zizz was allowed to work close to vulnerable individuals, leading to a tragic outcome.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Law

Oakland: Tan DaGod murder prosecution falls apart, suspects to be released from jail

The plea deal ends murder charges against the suspects, highlighting complex issues of self-defense and the flawed investigation in the rapper's killing.
fromsilive
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Young dad with tough past takes plea in Staten Island shooting incident. Vows to 'stop the cycle'

Elijah Coward pleads guilty to weapon possession related to a shooting, receives a 5-year prison sentence as part of a plea deal.
Parenting
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Mother describes relief after arrest for baby killing 27 years ago: It's out'

Joanne Sharkey was relieved by her arrest after 27 years of living with the guilt of killing her newborn son.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Law

Creep charged with torturing granny with a nail gun has a disturbing past involving stalking, child sex crimes

The handyman accused of murdering an elderly woman has a disturbing history of child molestation and stalking.
Despite previous convictions, Jeffrey Zizz was allowed to work close to vulnerable individuals, leading to a tragic outcome.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
Law

Oakland: Tan DaGod murder prosecution falls apart, suspects to be released from jail

The plea deal ends murder charges against the suspects, highlighting complex issues of self-defense and the flawed investigation in the rapper's killing.
fromsilive
2 weeks ago
NYC politics

Young dad with tough past takes plea in Staten Island shooting incident. Vows to 'stop the cycle'

Elijah Coward pleads guilty to weapon possession related to a shooting, receives a 5-year prison sentence as part of a plea deal.
more#crime
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein retrial opens with new allegations of rape and sexual assault

Harvey Weinstein's retrial features new accusations, emphasizing his power over victims and prompting questions about the implications of the #MeToo movement.
#sexual-assault
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein, Facing New Charge, Returns to Court in New York

Harvey Weinstein faces a new trial in New York after his previous conviction was overturned, raising concerns about the legal system and #MeToo's impact.
NYC politics
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein Tests Me Too Once Again

Weinstein's retrial marks a significant moment in the ongoing fight for accountability in sexual violence cases, inspired by the Me Too movement.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial to open with majority-female jury

Harvey Weinstein's retrial involves new accusations from three women and a majority-female jury, reigniting discussions around the #MeToo movement.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Jury selection to begin in Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York

Harvey Weinstein's overturned conviction marks the start of a retrial for serious sexual assault charges in a shifting legal landscape.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

An Army of Women review shocking story of sex-assault survivors' fight for justice

The documentary exposes systemic failures in handling sexual assault cases in Austin, focusing on the survivors' struggle for justice.
NYC politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein, Facing New Charge, Returns to Court in New York

Harvey Weinstein faces a new trial in New York after his previous conviction was overturned, raising concerns about the legal system and #MeToo's impact.
NYC politics
fromVulture
2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein Tests Me Too Once Again

Weinstein's retrial marks a significant moment in the ongoing fight for accountability in sexual violence cases, inspired by the Me Too movement.
Women
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 week ago

Harvey Weinstein's rape retrial to open with majority-female jury

Harvey Weinstein's retrial involves new accusations from three women and a majority-female jury, reigniting discussions around the #MeToo movement.
NYC politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Jury selection to begin in Harvey Weinstein's retrial in New York

Harvey Weinstein's overturned conviction marks the start of a retrial for serious sexual assault charges in a shifting legal landscape.
Women in technology
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 week ago

An Army of Women review shocking story of sex-assault survivors' fight for justice

The documentary exposes systemic failures in handling sexual assault cases in Austin, focusing on the survivors' struggle for justice.
more#sexual-assault
#murder-trial
Law
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

California judge Jeffrey Ferguson hugs son as he's convicted of murdering his wife during argument

Judge Jeffrey Ferguson convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting his wife during an argument, claiming it was an accident.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Boston food

Karen Read heads to trial for the second time for allegedly murdering Boston cop boyfriend

Karen Read's retrial for the alleged murder of her boyfriend begins after a hung jury failed to reach a verdict in her first trial.
Law
fromNew York Post
1 week ago

California judge Jeffrey Ferguson hugs son as he's convicted of murdering his wife during argument

Judge Jeffrey Ferguson convicted of second-degree murder for fatally shooting his wife during an argument, claiming it was an accident.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Boston food

Karen Read heads to trial for the second time for allegedly murdering Boston cop boyfriend

Karen Read's retrial for the alleged murder of her boyfriend begins after a hung jury failed to reach a verdict in her first trial.
more#murder-trial
fromElectronic Frontier Foundation
1 week ago
Privacy professionals

Six Years of Dangerous Misconceptions Targeting Ola Bini and Digital Rights in Ecuador

Ola Bini's arbitrary detention and prosecution highlight systemic issues in legal interpretations of technology and digital rights.
#child-abuse
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

How Connecticut's 'lax' homeschool regulations may have aided stepmom accused of years of house-of-horrors abuse

Connecticut's unregulated homeschooling system contributed to the abuse of a stepson who was kept in captivity for decades.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

How AI and a mole helped capture paedophile ex-Scout leader after 27 years on the run

Richard Burrows, a serial sex offender, evaded justice for decades before being captured through innovative police techniques and a tip-off.
Law
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

17 attorneys push to disqualify California judge from sex abuse trial, accusing her of a reign of terror'

Seventeen attorneys are moving to disqualify Judge Mary Ann Murphy from a child sex abuse trial, citing favoritism, racial bias, and abusive conduct.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF parents

Biological mom of victim in Connecticut house of horrors blasts officials for keeping son from her: 'The state failed me again'

Tracy Vallerand criticizes state officials for withholding information and access to her son, who was recently freed from 20 years of abuse.
NYC parents
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

How Connecticut's 'lax' homeschool regulations may have aided stepmom accused of years of house-of-horrors abuse

Connecticut's unregulated homeschooling system contributed to the abuse of a stepson who was kept in captivity for decades.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

How AI and a mole helped capture paedophile ex-Scout leader after 27 years on the run

Richard Burrows, a serial sex offender, evaded justice for decades before being captured through innovative police techniques and a tip-off.
Law
fromwww.dailynews.com
1 month ago

17 attorneys push to disqualify California judge from sex abuse trial, accusing her of a reign of terror'

Seventeen attorneys are moving to disqualify Judge Mary Ann Murphy from a child sex abuse trial, citing favoritism, racial bias, and abusive conduct.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
SF parents

Biological mom of victim in Connecticut house of horrors blasts officials for keeping son from her: 'The state failed me again'

Tracy Vallerand criticizes state officials for withholding information and access to her son, who was recently freed from 20 years of abuse.
more#child-abuse
#hate-crime
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

'Boozed up' antisemitic goon who slashed Yonkers barber with his own scissors in rage over Gaza war cuts plea deal: DA

A Yonkers man received a six-year prison sentence for a hate crime against a Jewish barber, highlighting rising antisemitism.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Social justice

Exclusive | Former sorority girl who pepper-sprayed Muslim NYC driver dodges prison - for a surprising reason

Jennifer Guilbeault avoids prison after plea deal, partially due to victim's desire for forgiveness.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
NYC LGBT

'Boozed up' antisemitic goon who slashed Yonkers barber with his own scissors in rage over Gaza war cuts plea deal: DA

A Yonkers man received a six-year prison sentence for a hate crime against a Jewish barber, highlighting rising antisemitism.
fromNew York Post
1 week ago
Social justice

Exclusive | Former sorority girl who pepper-sprayed Muslim NYC driver dodges prison - for a surprising reason

Jennifer Guilbeault avoids prison after plea deal, partially due to victim's desire for forgiveness.
more#hate-crime
#criminal-justice
Mental health
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC keeping people with mental illness on Rikers Island due to hospital bed shortage

Rising number of defendants found mentally unfit for trial in NYC leads to delayed justice and overcrowded jails.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

Man who stabbed ex-partner 22 times walks free from prison after 10 years - and buys Lotto ticket and phone in supermarket

Denis Leahy, sentenced to 14 years for brutally attacking Rose Kenny, vows to leave her alone after his release.
fromPortlandTribune.com
1 week ago
Portland food

Kotek fires public defense leader as thousands go without attorneys Read more at: https://bendbulletin.com/?p=489429

Oregon's public defender chief Jessica Kampfe was fired due to ongoing attorney shortages.
Mental health
fromGothamist
3 weeks ago

NYC keeping people with mental illness on Rikers Island due to hospital bed shortage

Rising number of defendants found mentally unfit for trial in NYC leads to delayed justice and overcrowded jails.
fromIndependent
1 month ago
UK news

Man who stabbed ex-partner 22 times walks free from prison after 10 years - and buys Lotto ticket and phone in supermarket

Denis Leahy, sentenced to 14 years for brutally attacking Rose Kenny, vows to leave her alone after his release.
fromPortlandTribune.com
1 week ago
Portland food

Kotek fires public defense leader as thousands go without attorneys Read more at: https://bendbulletin.com/?p=489429

Oregon's public defender chief Jessica Kampfe was fired due to ongoing attorney shortages.
more#criminal-justice
#victim-support
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Online Community Development

Kings County Integrated Domestic Violence Court maintains its role as a national mentor court

The Kings County IDV Court exemplifies successful collaboration to address domestic violence through a holistic approach.
The court’s unique structure allows simultaneous handling of related cases under the same judge.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Ciara Mangan says she 'finally feels free' and her 'healing can begin' as her rapist is refused appeal against his seven-year sentence

Ciara Mangan feels her healing can now begin after her attacker's appeal was refused, reaffirming the justice she received.
fromBrooklyn Eagle
2 weeks ago
Online Community Development

Kings County Integrated Domestic Violence Court maintains its role as a national mentor court

The Kings County IDV Court exemplifies successful collaboration to address domestic violence through a holistic approach.
The court’s unique structure allows simultaneous handling of related cases under the same judge.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Ciara Mangan says she 'finally feels free' and her 'healing can begin' as her rapist is refused appeal against his seven-year sentence

Ciara Mangan feels her healing can now begin after her attacker's appeal was refused, reaffirming the justice she received.
more#victim-support
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
2 weeks ago

Harvey Weinstein's sex crimes retrial begins in NY with a fresh witness

Harvey Weinstein's retrial begins, with new evidence and witnesses challenging his previous conviction for sexual crimes.
#menendez-brothers
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Newsom sets hearing date in Menendez brothers' clemency bid

Gov. Newsom announced a parole board hearing for Menendez brothers in June, pivotal for their clemency bid after 30 years in prison.
fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

Menendez brothers' aunt hospitalized; family blames Los Angeles County DA

Prosecutors' use of graphic crime scene photos in court led to critical condition of Erik and Lyle Menendez's aunt, prompting family outrage.
SF parents
fromLos Angeles Times
1 month ago

Newsom sets hearing date in Menendez brothers' clemency bid

Gov. Newsom announced a parole board hearing for Menendez brothers in June, pivotal for their clemency bid after 30 years in prison.
fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago
NYC parents

Menendez brothers' aunt hospitalized; family blames Los Angeles County DA

Prosecutors' use of graphic crime scene photos in court led to critical condition of Erik and Lyle Menendez's aunt, prompting family outrage.
more#menendez-brothers
#justice
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Law

Pennsylvania woman who wrongfully accused stranger of rape and kidnapping sentenced to jail

Anjela Borisova Urumova was sentenced for fabricating false kidnapping and rape allegations against an innocent man, emphasizing the grave impacts of such deception.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Ciara Mangan says she 'finally feels free' and her 'healing can begin' as man who raped her is refused appeal against his seven-year sentence

Ciara Mangan feels her healing process can truly begin after her attacker's appeal against his sentence was denied.
fromNew York Post
3 weeks ago
Law

Pennsylvania woman who wrongfully accused stranger of rape and kidnapping sentenced to jail

Anjela Borisova Urumova was sentenced for fabricating false kidnapping and rape allegations against an innocent man, emphasizing the grave impacts of such deception.
fromIndependent
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Ciara Mangan says she 'finally feels free' and her 'healing can begin' as man who raped her is refused appeal against his seven-year sentence

Ciara Mangan feels her healing process can truly begin after her attacker's appeal against his sentence was denied.
more#justice
#civil-rights
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Blind Brooklyn Attorney Sues New York Courts Over Jury Duty Discrimination

Blind individuals face systemic discrimination in jury service, as highlighted by a lawsuit against the New York State Unified Court System.
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago
US news

With New Decree, Trump Threatens Lawyers and Law Firms

Trump's memo threatens legal retaliation against attorneys challenging his administration.
Brooklyn
fromBKReader
3 weeks ago

Blind Brooklyn Attorney Sues New York Courts Over Jury Duty Discrimination

Blind individuals face systemic discrimination in jury service, as highlighted by a lawsuit against the New York State Unified Court System.
more#civil-rights
#biglaw
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Biglaw Is Under Attack. Here's What The Firms Are Doing About It. - Above the Law

The President's actions against Biglaw firms are a significant threat to the rule of law.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Reminder: It's Not Biglaw Leading The Defense Of The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are mostly silent on Trump's attacks on the legal system, while some boutique firms actively challenge them.
fromAbove the Law
3 weeks ago
Privacy professionals

Biglaw Is Under Attack. Here's What The Firms Are Doing About It. - Above the Law

The President's actions against Biglaw firms are a significant threat to the rule of law.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Reminder: It's Not Biglaw Leading The Defense Of The Rule Of Law - Above the Law

Biglaw firms are mostly silent on Trump's attacks on the legal system, while some boutique firms actively challenge them.
more#biglaw
#victim-advocacy
fromNew York Post
1 month ago
NYC politics

NY's discovery laws harm domestic violence victims, Gov. Hochul argues: 'No longer turn a blind eye'

New York's criminal justice laws have caused a significant drop in domestic violence convictions, leading to serious concerns for victim safety and justice.
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago
Social justice

Without remorse': Manhattan man convicted of shooting pregnant ex-girlfriend dead in front of her kids whines about his rights' as he's sentenced

Justin Soriano received a 40-year to life sentence for the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Shanice Young, in front of her children.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

Cyprus court acquits five Israeli men accused of raping British woman

The acquittal of five men accused of raping a British woman in Ayia Napa has sparked outrage and calls for legal challenges.
NYC politics
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

NY's discovery laws harm domestic violence victims, Gov. Hochul argues: 'No longer turn a blind eye'

New York's criminal justice laws have caused a significant drop in domestic violence convictions, leading to serious concerns for victim safety and justice.
Social justice
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Without remorse': Manhattan man convicted of shooting pregnant ex-girlfriend dead in front of her kids whines about his rights' as he's sentenced

Justin Soriano received a 40-year to life sentence for the murder of his pregnant ex-girlfriend, Shanice Young, in front of her children.
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

Cyprus court acquits five Israeli men accused of raping British woman

The acquittal of five men accused of raping a British woman in Ayia Napa has sparked outrage and calls for legal challenges.
more#victim-advocacy
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 weeks ago
UK news

Andrew Tate is back in Romania. How we handle him will reveal what kind of country we really are | Andrei Popoviciu

Andrew Tate's return to Romania amid serious legal allegations poses challenges to the country's political and judicial integrity.
#executive-orders
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Jenner & Block To Trump: See You In Court, Not On Our Knees - Above the Law

Trump administration's executive orders aim to intimidate law firms representing those opposing the President.
Jenner & Block files suit citing First Amendment and Due Process violations against the Trump administration.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Here's where all the firms in the Trump-Big Law fight stand

Trump is targeting major law firms over perceived bias and judicial weaponization.
Recent executive orders complicate operations for firms accused of political opposition.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Jenner & Block Latest Biglaw Firm Targeted By Trump - Above the Law

The Trump administration is targeting law firms that have engaged in legal practices perceived as politically motivated.
Privacy professionals
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Jenner & Block To Trump: See You In Court, Not On Our Knees - Above the Law

Trump administration's executive orders aim to intimidate law firms representing those opposing the President.
Jenner & Block files suit citing First Amendment and Due Process violations against the Trump administration.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Here's where all the firms in the Trump-Big Law fight stand

Trump is targeting major law firms over perceived bias and judicial weaponization.
Recent executive orders complicate operations for firms accused of political opposition.
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago
Privacy professionals

Jenner & Block Latest Biglaw Firm Targeted By Trump - Above the Law

The Trump administration is targeting law firms that have engaged in legal practices perceived as politically motivated.
more#executive-orders
NYC LGBT
fromNew York Post
1 month ago

Blind justice: Brooklyn lawyer sues after being barred from jury duty because he couldn't see video evidence

Blind juror Albert Elia faced dismissal from grand jury service in Brooklyn due to inability to view video evidence.
San Francisco
fromsfist.com
1 month ago

SF Lyft Driver Found Guilty of DUI on the Job, After Running Into Motorcycle and Fighting With Bystanders

A Lyft driver was convicted for drunk driving after hitting a motorcycle and attempting to flee the scene with a BAC significantly over the legal limit.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago
East Bay (California)

Bay Point man gets 3-year sentence for knocking out someone's eyeball

Reynante intervened in a domestic dispute but faced legal repercussions after a violent confrontation.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Japanese Court Awards $1.4 Million to Exonerated Man

Iwao Hakamada received $1.4 million from Japan after 44 years on death row due to a wrongful conviction for murder.
fromThe Local France
1 month ago
Black Lives Matter

Man on trial after burning wife alive in France

Failure of police protection in domestic violence cases can lead to tragic outcomes.
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 month ago

America Is Watching the Rise of a Dual State

The persistence of normal laws can coexist with the rise of tyranny, as shown by Ernst Fraenkel's observations of Nazi Germany.
#death-penalty
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Changing US law keeps victims' families and people on death row waiting decades for closure

Marcia Fulton grapples with the possibility of David Wood's innocence while facing her daughter's murder case.
Emotions clash as Fulton considers potential new evidence against her conviction of Wood's guilt.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Arizona's execution pitted experts against politicians. Experts lost | Austin Sarat

Arizona executed Aaron Gunches for his crimes after a controversial decision by Governor Hobbs to bypass an independent review of execution procedures.
Law
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Changing US law keeps victims' families and people on death row waiting decades for closure

Marcia Fulton grapples with the possibility of David Wood's innocence while facing her daughter's murder case.
Emotions clash as Fulton considers potential new evidence against her conviction of Wood's guilt.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
US politics

Arizona's execution pitted experts against politicians. Experts lost | Austin Sarat

Arizona executed Aaron Gunches for his crimes after a controversial decision by Governor Hobbs to bypass an independent review of execution procedures.
more#death-penalty
US politics
fromThe Nation
1 month ago

Trump Is Trying to Create His Own Personal Legal Strike Force

Trump threatens political enemies with unlawful prosecutions, indicating intentions to reshape the DOJ into a personal legal force.
fromBoston.com
1 month ago
Boston real estate

Fall River teen charged with murder in 20-year-old relative's shooting death

A 17-year-old boy has been charged with murder after allegedly shooting his 20-year-old relative in Fall River.
SF parents
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1 month ago

Mother of 15-year-old boy fatally stabbed at Santana Row on Valentine's Day pleads for justice

The family of David Gutierrez opposes bail for a suspect involved in his murder, fearing gang reprisals and questioning the justice system's adequacy.
NYC parents
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Flight attendant who filmed underage girls using the bathroom pleads guilty

A former American Airlines flight attendant pled guilty to secretly filming minors in airplane restrooms, facing 15 to 20 years in prison.
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