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fromIndependent
13 hours ago

'It ended not on our victim statements, but on kind words about our abusive brother. It was absolutely horrific' - survivors hit out at court character references

Referees are not held accountable in court despite recent legislative changes.
Europe politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

European parliament urges EU to draw up standardised consent-based definition of rape

The European Parliament urges the EU to establish a standardized consent-based definition of rape to unify laws across member states.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Family of murdered woman traumatised after police gave photo of her killer laughing

Families of murder victims face trauma when receiving inappropriate photos of offenders, highlighting the need for better management of such images.
fromIndependent
1 week ago

Mystery TD wrong to support sex offender in court - Taoiseach

The Taoiseach has stated that it is not acceptable for public representatives to give character references in criminal cases of a sexual nature, emphasizing the need to prioritize the victim's experience.
UK politics
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op- Ed | Hochul's proposed auto insurance reforms would be a death sentence' for traffic violence victims | amNewYork

Proposed changes to auto insurance laws in New York may harm victims of traffic accidents by limiting their recovery options and redefining serious injuries.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Abusive nursery worker 'could harm other children'

A nursery worker convicted of abusing 21 babies faces deportation to Poland, leaving parents fearful she may harm more children and uncertain about sentence enforcement.
#jeffrey-epstein
#ghislaine-maxwell
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Call to stop benefits for mentally ill offenders

Officials will review stopping benefit payments to offenders detained in psychiatric hospitals, and calls were made to implement Jade's Law to prioritise victims.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
6 months ago

Tory leader relives acid attack as he hits out at parole system

Scotland's parole system lacks transparency, denying victims basic information as an acid attacker is considered for release.
fromSocial Media Explorer
7 months ago

Rebuilding After an Injury: How Personal Injury Claims Support Victims - Social Media Explorer

Recovering from a serious injury often requires more than medical treatment. Victims face mounting expenses, emotional strain, and disruptions to their personal and professional lives. Personal injury claims exist to ease these burdens, helping victims rebuild their lives while holding negligent parties accountable. Understanding how these claims work, what damages are recoverable, and how attorneys advocate for their clients can make the path to recovery clearer.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
8 months ago

New York change to discovery laws take effect in win for prosecutors | amNewYork

Governor Kathy Hochul announced that New York's amended rules regarding evidence in criminal trials will take effect Thursday, minimizing cases dismissed on procedural grounds.
NYC politics
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
11 months ago

Criminals who skip sentencing could face two more years in jail under new bill

Criminals in England and Wales may face up to two additional years in prison for refusing to attend their sentencing hearings.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 year ago

Margaret Aspinall's plea to PM over Hillsborough law

Margaret Aspinall urges for a comprehensive Hillsborough law without dilution.
Sir Keir Starmer must prioritize delivering a strong Hillsborough Law promptly.
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