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Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
1 hour ago

Turning Defense Into Offense - Above the Law

Jack Hughes' game-winning goal exemplifies a successful transition from defense to offense, paralleling patent litigators' proactive strategies against infringement allegations.
Toronto startup
fromFortune
2 hours ago

The mystery behind Elizabeth Holmes' tweeting spree from prison | Fortune

Elizabeth Holmes' social media activity is not directly managed by her due to prison restrictions.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

Man in court over fatal Primrose Hill brawl

Khalid Abdulqadir, 18, has been charged in connection with the fatal stabbing of Finbar Sullivan during a brawl in Primrose Hill.
Law
fromPadailypost
18 hours ago

DA sued for paying prosecutor not to work

A lawsuit claims Santa Clara County DA Jeff Rosen wastes taxpayer money by paying a prosecutor to stay home amid budget cuts.
#murder
Boston food
fromBoston.com
21 hours ago

Man sentenced for Hyde Park killing; victim and defendant were 'life-long close friends'

Isaiah Smith was sentenced to 24 years in prison for fatally shooting his friend Jose Feliz in 2024.
NYC politics
fromwww.foxnews.com
1 day ago

Gubernatorial candidate vows to pardon cop convicted of manslaughter in death of fleeing suspect

Bruce Blakeman plans to pardon Sgt. Erik Duran, convicted of manslaughter for the death of a fleeing suspect, calling the sentence unjust.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
1 day ago

Fired Sheriff files defamation claim against county

Christina Corpus claims her removal as San Mateo County Sheriff was due to a defamation campaign, not misconduct.
US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

US judge dismisses Trump's $10bn lawsuit against WSJ over Epstein story

A federal judge dismissed Trump's $10bn defamation lawsuit against the Wall Street Journal regarding his ties to Jeffrey Epstein.
Social justice
fromTruthout
4 days ago

Judge's Order for "Alligator Alcatraz" May Shape Legal Access at Other ICE Jails

Demonstrators protest against ICE and demand closure of the Alligator Alcatraz detention center in Florida.
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

X Factor star Chico Slimani found guilty of drink-driving by London court

Slimani told the court, 'It was after a third bereavement of one of my dearest friends, which was just devastating. I'm teetotal, I don't drink and it felt like I was going out of my mind, I couldn't take it, so I drank.'
SOMA, SF
fromwww.cbc.ca
5 days ago

Man involved in $22M gold heist from Pearson airport sentenced to 4 years in prison | CBC News

Arsalan Chaudhary was sentenced to four years in prison minus 174 days for time already served during pre-trial custody, reflecting the severity of his crimes.
Canada news
Media industry
fromIrish Independent
6 days ago

Why do we cover inquests when it can pain families? The objections to this are understandable, but often misplaced

Journalists face the challenging task of reporting on inquests, often intruding on grieving families, yet this can lead to powerful stories.
Information security
fromTheregister
6 days ago

Criminal wannabes even more dangerous than the pros

Ransomware is a significant current threat, targeting critical infrastructure and healthcare, causing immediate harm and financial losses.
Law
fromPOLITICO
3 hours ago

Cherfilus-McCormick attorneys request federal trial delay

Edwin Cherfilus-McCormick faces serious legal challenges, including potential expulsion from Congress and significant prison time if convicted.
US Elections
fromwww.mediaite.com
6 days ago

Trump-Appointed Judge Fines Mike Lindell for Frivolous' Arguments vs. Smartmatic, History of Noncompliance'

Mike Lindell was held in contempt by a federal judge for failing to pay sanctions related to his frivolous lawsuit against Smartmatic.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Armed boy shot dead in stairwell, court told

A teenager fatally shot a 14-year-old boy during a chase in Woolwich, London, leading to ongoing investigations and multiple arrests.
Upper West Side
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 week ago

Who is Rex Heuermann? Everything we know about the alleged Gilgo Beach serial killer

Rex Heuermann, linked to multiple murders through DNA from a pizza crust, is accused of killing seven women and is expected to change his plea to guilty.
US politics
fromFast Company
4 days ago

Melania Trump's surprise statement about Epstein majorly backfired: Ghislaine Maxwell emails in spotlight

Melania Trump denies any relationship with Jeffrey Epstein, calling for an end to the lies linking her to him.
#nypd
US news
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison in cooler death case

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to 3-9 years for manslaughter after throwing a cooler at a suspect, causing a fatal crash.
US news
fromNBC New York
5 days ago

Ex-NYPD sergeant convicted in deadly picnic cooler toss faces years at sentencing

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to three to nine years for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey after throwing a cooler at him.
Law
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Ex-NYPD sergeant hauled off to jail after he learns fate for fatal NYC cooler throw: One of the 'darkest days' in our profession

A former NYPD sergeant received a 3-to-9 year prison sentence for killing a fleeing drug suspect, marking a significant case in law enforcement.
US news
fromFOX 5 New York
5 days ago

Former NYPD sergeant sentenced to 3 to 9 years in prison in cooler death case

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to 3-9 years for manslaughter after throwing a cooler at a suspect, causing a fatal crash.
US news
fromNBC New York
5 days ago

Ex-NYPD sergeant convicted in deadly picnic cooler toss faces years at sentencing

A former NYPD sergeant was sentenced to three to nine years for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey after throwing a cooler at him.
Law
fromNew York Post
5 days ago

Ex-NYPD sergeant hauled off to jail after he learns fate for fatal NYC cooler throw: One of the 'darkest days' in our profession

A former NYPD sergeant received a 3-to-9 year prison sentence for killing a fleeing drug suspect, marking a significant case in law enforcement.
SOMA, SF
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Teetotal' X Factor star Chico guilty of drink driving

Chico was found guilty of drink-driving after consuming alcohol following the death of a friend, leading to a 12-month disqualification and fines.
#jen-shah
US news
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Jen Shah: Ghislaine Maxwell Has 'No Remorse,' Elizabeth Holmes Had 'Poop Duty'

Jen Shah shares experiences with fellow inmates Elizabeth Holmes and Ghislaine Maxwell, highlighting their bond and prison life challenges.
US news
fromJezebel
1 week ago

Jen Shah: Ghislaine Maxwell Has 'No Remorse,' Elizabeth Holmes Had 'Poop Duty'

Jen Shah shares experiences with fellow inmates Elizabeth Holmes and Ghislaine Maxwell, highlighting their bond and prison life challenges.
Law
fromGothamist
13 hours ago

Brooklyn prosecutors see exonerations dip amid NYC and nationwide decline, data show

Kenneth Windley was exonerated after nearly 20 years in prison, highlighting a decline in wrongful conviction exonerations in Brooklyn and nationwide.
fromLos Angeles Times
6 days ago

Ontario warehouse arson suspect posted live video showing fire being ignited. Police investigating video

"You know, if you're not going to pay us enough... to afford to live, at least pay us enough not to do this," the man says while lighting a roll of toilet paper on fire.
Canada news
NYC parents
fromwww.amny.com
1 week ago

Criminal case against man shot by cops during mental health crisis will move forward | amNewYork

A Queens man shot by police during a mental health crisis faces criminal charges despite calls for dismissal from his mother and community members.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Officer sacked for 'appalling' remarks on Panorama

A police officer was dismissed for making inappropriate comments and using force against a detainee during an undercover investigation.
#pam-bondi
fromTruthout
6 days ago
US politics

Bondi House Testimony Likely Delayed as DOJ Claims Subpoena No Longer Applies

US politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
5 days ago

Democrats in US slam Pam Bondi for refusing to appear for Epstein hearing

Lawmakers insist Pam Bondi must testify regarding Epstein files despite her claims of no longer being attorney general.
US politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Bondi House Testimony Likely Delayed as DOJ Claims Subpoena No Longer Applies

Pam Bondi will not testify before the House Oversight Committee due to her recent firing as Attorney General.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

On Thin Ice for a Long Time': Fox Justice Correspondent Details How Epstein Doomed Bondi

Pam Bondi's handling of the Epstein files led to her ouster as Attorney General despite her close relationship with President Trump.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

In America, Even Judges Have To Take Matters In To Their Own Hands - Above the Law

Judges are increasingly carrying guns for self-protection due to rising threats and inadequate security measures.
NYC LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
1 week ago

How a 'trans panic' defense changed the outcome of two murders

D. F. McLaughlin's murder in 1986 highlights the dangers of transphobia and remains a significant yet overlooked case in the fight for justice.
SOMA, SF
fromVulture
6 days ago

Ketamine Queen Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Matthew Perry's Death

Jasveen Sangha was sentenced to 15 years for her role in Matthew Perry's death involving ketamine distribution.
Media industry
fromPoynter
2 weeks ago

The O.J. Simpson trial ushered in the era of infotainment - Poynter

The O.J. Simpson case transformed media coverage, merging crime and celebrity, and significantly influenced public perception of justice and race relations.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
5 days ago

A federal judge is forcing the Trump administration to answer for Renee Good's killing

Federal judge orders release of evidence related to Renee Good's killing by ICE officer, challenging the Trump administration's control over the narrative.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.13.26 - Above the Law

White House ballroom construction has resumed, while various legal and corporate developments unfold across the country.
US news
fromwww.nytimes.com
1 month ago

Murder Charge Is Dropped Against Man Who Fired Gun at Chiefs Super Bowl Parade

Prosecutors dropped a murder charge against Dominic M. Miller, who pleaded guilty to unlawful weapon use after a shooting at a Super Bowl rally.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 week ago

Prosecutors ask Appeal Court to overturn bail for Ontario lawyer in Ryan Wedding case | CBC News

Prosecutors argue an Ontario judge erred in granting bail to a lawyer accused of advising a murder in a drug smuggling case.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Trump Sends DOJ After NFL To Avenge His Own Public Humiliation In The 80s - Above the Law

The DOJ's investigation into the NFL raises concerns about antitrust enforcement and media rights impacting consumer access to games.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Biglaw Firm Sued For Firing Staffer A Month After Returning From Disability - Above the Law

Firing an employee shortly after disability leave, amid claims of a hostile work environment, can lead to legal repercussions.
Media industry
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Missing private investigator evidence in Daily Mail's case stark', high court told

The high court case reveals significant evidence of unlawful information gathering by the Daily Mail publisher, with many documents lost or destroyed.
US politics
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

Bill Gates will testify in the Epstein probe; Pam Bondi testimony postponed

Bill Gates will testify before the House Oversight Committee regarding Jeffrey Epstein's investigation, denying knowledge of Epstein's crimes.
Law
fromTechCrunch
3 days ago

Kalshi wins temporary pause in Arizona criminal case | TechCrunch

Arizona's case against prediction market Kalshi faces a setback due to a temporary restraining order from the Commodity Futures Trading Commission.
#doj
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Morning Docket: 04.02.26 - Above the Law

DOJ has prioritized deporting law-abiding individuals over prosecuting serious criminal cases.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
2 weeks ago

Lawyers for Toronto cop accused in corruption probe ask court to review bail ruling | CBC News

Toronto police constable Timothy Barnhardt faces 17 charges in a corruption case involving organized crime and police misconduct.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Lawyers Should Stay Away From A Client's Office Politics - Above the Law

Attorneys should avoid office politics when representing clients to ensure effective communication and minimize internal conflicts.
fromwww.mediaite.com
5 days ago

Ex-FBI Agent Tells Fox News Prosecution Will Use Body Cam Footage at Tiger Woods's Trial

Prosecutors want to get the prescription records for Tiger Woods, including the date and time prescription was filled, the type of prescription, and all warnings including but not limited to operating a motor vehicle.
Law
fromPadailypost
1 month ago

DA decides not to retry Galatolo case

Wagstaffe said he decided not to retry the remaining charges due to the high cost to San Mateo County taxpayers. He did not have an estimate as to how much a second trial would cost. Galatolo is facing 10 years in prison for the eight counts he was convicted of, which Wagstaffe says is a reasonable sentence, with or without the additional convictions.
California
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.10.26 - Above the Law

A Texas judge ordered a lawyer to court for criticizing the judge's behavior, prompting a response from fellow lawyers.
#michael-avenatti
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Look Who's Back! Former Lawyer Of The Year Out Of Prison And Back In Hollywood. - Above the Law

Michael Avenatti, once a prominent lawyer, is now in a halfway house after serving time for multiple crimes including extortion and embezzlement.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Look Who's Back! Former Lawyer Of The Year Out Of Prison And Back In Hollywood. - Above the Law

Michael Avenatti, once a prominent lawyer, is now in a halfway house after serving time for multiple crimes including extortion and embezzlement.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Sean Combs Fights For Reduced Time Due To Potential Sentencing Error - Above the Law

Diddy was sentenced to 50 months in prison, with his legal team appealing the sentence on various grounds, including the consideration of acquitted conduct.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

What Does Competence Mean When Litigation Happens In Real Time? - Above the Law

Competence in law is evolving as technology changes the speed and precision of decision-making in litigation.
#judicial-misconduct
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Judge Accused Of Driving 'Super Drunk' Takes No Contest Plea - Above the Law

Judge Thomas L. Ludington entered a no contest plea to a misdemeanor drunken-driving charge and intends to remain on the bench.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Judge Accused Of Driving 'Super Drunk' Takes No Contest Plea - Above the Law

Judge Thomas L. Ludington entered a no contest plea to a misdemeanor drunken-driving charge and intends to remain on the bench.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Judge Who Embarrassed Himself With IT Outrburst Doubles Down - Above the Law

Judge Nathan Milliron's behavior has sparked outrage, revealing a pattern of bullying and retaliation against staff and lawyers in the Texas legal community.
Law
fromAbove the Law
5 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.09.26 - Above the Law

Anthropic's request for a stay regarding autonomous weapons was denied, indicating challenges in the legal arguments presented.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 days ago

Crime victims and bereaved families given more time to challenge lenient sentences

Victims' Commissioner Claire Waxman expressed her delight at the government's decision, stating that the change is long overdue and acknowledges the years of campaigning led by bereaved families like Tracey Hanson, who sought justice following the tragic death of her son Josh.
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 days ago

Judge Who Handcuffed Crying 13-Year-Old Girl Retiring - Above the Law

Judge Roger Benitez's actions in court raised serious ethical concerns, leading to a formal complaint and a light reprimand before his retirement.
#lindsay-clancy
Law
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Lindsay Clancy will admit to killing her children if trial is split into 2 parts, defense says

Lindsay Clancy's defense seeks to split her murder trial into two phases, focusing on culpability and sanity, after a previous request was denied.
Law
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Lindsay Clancy will admit to killing her children if trial is split into 2 parts, defense says

Lindsay Clancy's defense seeks to split her murder trial into two phases, focusing on culpability and sanity, after a previous request was denied.
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

After the release of the Epstein files, why have there been so few arrests?

The more than 3 million pages of documents include accusations by alleged victims of Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell's abuse and thousands of emails and photos showing Epstein associated with prominent figures.
Law
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Enoch Burke returned to jail and hearing suspended amid chaotic scenes in High Court

A hearing involving jailed anti-transgender schoolteacher Enoch Burke descended into chaos today when he refused to stop interrupting a barrister for Wilson's Hospital School.
Miscellaneous
Books
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Who Better To Write A Legal Thriller Than A Trial Attorney? - Above the Law

A Tampa attorney published a legal thriller about a charter captain on Anna Maria Island accused of murder amid 1970s drug smuggling and death‑penalty conflict.
Law
fromPoynter
1 week ago

Like journalists, prosecutors shaped a distorted view of crime. They can help fix it, too. - Poynter

Prosecutors and journalists both contribute to misleading public perceptions of crime, but prosecutors possess crucial data to tell a more accurate story.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Police give update as Ian Huntley seriously ill after prison attack

Ian Huntley, convicted of murdering two children in 2002, remains hospitalized in serious condition after being attacked by an inmate with a metal bar at a maximum security prison.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Get Out of My Courtroom!' Clip of Judge Viciously Berating IT Worker Ignites Trial by Fury on Social Media

A Texas judge faced backlash for berating an IT worker during a courtroom incident, highlighting issues of professionalism and respect in authority.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks ago

Judge Throws IT Worker Out Of Courtroom For Doing His Job - Above the Law

Judges must balance their authority with humility and public service to avoid abusive behavior in courtrooms.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago

Alleged attack on Crown attorney from prisoner box prompts calls for Ontario to step up safety in courtrooms | CBC News

Ontario courtroom safety is inadequate after a Crown attorney was assaulted by a shackled man, prompting calls for government action to improve court facilities and security measures.
Law
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Why did Kelsey Fitzsimmons choose to have a judge decide her fate?

Kelsey Fitzsimmons is on trial for assault, with her fate decided by Judge Jeffrey T. Karp instead of a jury.
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Fake lawyer who used real bar number to practice law pleads guilty

A man in Las Vegas pleaded guilty to impersonating a lawyer using another attorney's bar number.
US news
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Almost Half of Jury Pool in Musk Trial Tossed After So Many' Said They Hate' Him

Prospective jurors' strong negative opinions about Elon Musk forced dismissal of nearly half the pool, complicating a securities class-action over his Twitter purchase.
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Man Caught Using Smart Glasses to Get Advice While Being Cross-Examined in Court

"In my judgment, the smart glasses were clearly connected to his mobile phone during his cross examination because no voice was heard out loud until his smart glasses were removed and disconnected from his glasses."
Law
#justice-department
fromwww.mediaite.com
3 weeks ago

Jake Tapper Cracks Up at Cop Who Testified, I Don't Know,' When Asked if His Wife Was Cheating on Him

In 2022, Adams County police executed a search warrant at the home of Afroman, whose real name is Joseph Foreman. The police were supposedly looking for signs of drug trafficking and kidnapping, but found no such evidence. In response, Foreman recorded an album about the incident called Lemon Pound Cake, which features songs titled The Police Raid, Why You Disconnecting My Video Camera, and Will You Help Me Repair My Door, among other tracks.
Law
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Trump's Fully Exonerated' Epstein Defense Isn't Legal. It's a Con.

Trump repeatedly claims exoneration regarding Epstein despite no prosecution, trial, or judicial finding, attempting to redefine the term through repetition to shift its meaning from legal outcome to political assertion.
Law
fromFuturism
3 weeks ago

Absurd AI-Powered Lawsuits Are Causing Chaos in Courts, Attorneys Say, "Clogging the System" and Driving Up Costs

A Florida couple used generative AI to file escalating legal claims in an HOA fee dispute, eventually invoking RICO conspiracy allegations in hundreds of pages of increasingly unhinged court documents.
Law
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Lawyer Arrested for Allegedly Extorting Client He Successfully Got a Trump Pardon For

A lawyer who secured a presidential pardon for a tax fraud client was arrested for allegedly attempting to extort $500,000 from that same client.
US politics
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The Betrayal of a Friend's False Testimony

A man who gave false testimony as a teenager, coerced by police, now seeks redemption while three wrongfully imprisoned friends fight to overturn their convictions decades later.
US politics
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Judicial Candidate Learns The Hard Way That Extortion Is Not A Campaign Strategy - Above the Law

Incumbent Judge Lauren Reeder successfully removed challenger Kimberly McTorry from the ballot after a court found allegations of coercion, coordinated social-media pressure, and forged or invalid signatures.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 month ago

Fright Makes Right - See Also - Above the Law

The DOJ's actions against law firms, weakening of the Hatch Act, law school pipeline expansion efforts, and major scholarship funding represent significant shifts in legal institutions and governance structures.
Law
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Court system on 'brink of collapse', former senior judge warns

Criminal court system faces collapse due to unprecedented Crown Court trial backlogs, requiring comprehensive, immediate reforms rather than selective measures.
Law
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 months ago

Defense seeks to block videos of Charlie Kirk's killing in murder case, claims bias

Defense seeks to block viral graphic videos and courtroom cameras, arguing media coverage could taint jurors, while prosecutors press to keep proceedings open.
Law
fromABA Journal
2 months ago

Jurors will remain anonymous in first social media addiction trial

A judge ordered juror identities withheld from social media companies in the first trial alleging adolescent addiction, revealing names only to lawyers, not the defendants.
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