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fromAbove the Law
6 hours ago

Lawyer Tells Attorneys For Missing Child That They're 'Gonna Burn In Hell' - Above the Law

A lawyer for Camp Mystic made a controversial remark during a hearing related to a tragic flood that killed 27 people.
New York City
fromwww.amny.com
1 hour ago

Judge grants cop who killed Bronx man with cooler bail days after sentencing | amNewYork

Erik Duran, an NYPD officer, received bail after being sentenced for manslaughter in the death of Eric Duprey, with support from his union.
Privacy professionals
fromTechCrunch
47 minutes ago

Man who hacked US Supreme Court filing system sentenced to probation | TechCrunch

Nicholas Moore was sentenced to a year of probation for hacking the U.S. Supreme Court and other government systems.
#manslaughter
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Manslaughter trial told punch was 'defensive'

A football fan claims he threw a punch in self-defense, resulting in the death of another man during a night out in London.
SF parents
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Man who was recruited to help carry out Jennifer Pan murder plot convicted of manslaughter | CBC News

David Mylvaganam received a life sentence for his role in a murder-for-hire plot that resulted in the death of Bich Ha Pan.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
Boston food

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

Law
fromBoston.com
20 hours ago

Weymouth woman pleads guilty to killing housemate, leaving body in basement

Kelly Shaw was sentenced to 15-17 years for manslaughter in the death of Christine Mello, with additional charges of larceny and intimidation.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Manslaughter trial told punch was 'defensive'

A football fan claims he threw a punch in self-defense, resulting in the death of another man during a night out in London.
SF parents
fromwww.cbc.ca
3 days ago

Man who was recruited to help carry out Jennifer Pan murder plot convicted of manslaughter | CBC News

David Mylvaganam received a life sentence for his role in a murder-for-hire plot that resulted in the death of Bich Ha Pan.
fromBoston.com
3 days ago
Boston food

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

Law
fromBoston.com
20 hours ago

Weymouth woman pleads guilty to killing housemate, leaving body in basement

Kelly Shaw was sentenced to 15-17 years for manslaughter in the death of Christine Mello, with additional charges of larceny and intimidation.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
1 hour ago

3 Southern California residents sentenced in bear suit insurance fraud scheme

The suspects filed a claim with their insurance company, alleging that a bear had damaged the inside of their 2010 Rolls-Royce Ghost at Lake Arrowhead.
California
#miscarriage-of-justice
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Sex offender convicted of rape after innocent man's wrongful imprisonment

Paul Quinn was convicted of a brutal rape, exonerating Andrew Malkinson who spent 17 years in prison due to a miscarriage of justice.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

The rape case that became one of Britain's greatest miscarriages of justice

A young woman was brutally raped in 2003, leading to a miscarriage of justice for an innocent man who spent 17 years in prison.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
5 hours ago

Sex offender convicted of rape after innocent man's wrongful imprisonment

Paul Quinn was convicted of a brutal rape, exonerating Andrew Malkinson who spent 17 years in prison due to a miscarriage of justice.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 hours ago

The rape case that became one of Britain's greatest miscarriages of justice

A young woman was brutally raped in 2003, leading to a miscarriage of justice for an innocent man who spent 17 years in prison.
#trump
fromwww.mediaite.com
22 hours ago
US politics

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago
Left-wing politics

Trump's Corrupt Pardon Campaign Has Somehow Hit a New Low

Trump has issued approximately 1,600 pardons during his second term, significantly more than in his first term, with no signs of slowing down.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
22 hours ago

Trump Claims Epstein's Victims or Whatever' Have Refused To Go Under Oath'

Trump stated that Epstein's victims refused to testify under oath, despite Melania Trump's call for public hearings.
Left-wing politics
fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

Trump's Corrupt Pardon Campaign Has Somehow Hit a New Low

Trump has issued approximately 1,600 pardons during his second term, significantly more than in his first term, with no signs of slowing down.
Intellectual property law
fromAbove the Law
2 days 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.
Boston food
fromBoston.com
23 hours ago

Karen Read, Turtleboy facing defamation lawsuit from witnesses in her murder case

Witnesses in Karen Read's case filed a lawsuit against her and a blogger for defamation and torment over false accusations related to a murder case.
#ice
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

ICE agent charged with assault in Minnesota for allegedly pointing gun at motorists

An ICE agent has been charged with assault for allegedly pointing a gun at people in a car on a Minneapolis highway.
Law
fromLos Angeles Times
3 weeks ago

In rare move, ICE drags criminal defendant out of a federal courtroom

ICE agents unexpectedly detained a defendant in a courtroom, raising concerns about the impact on judicial participation.
Washington DC
fromwww.vox.com
1 day ago

Trump's DOJ wants to undo January 6 convictions

The Trump administration seeks to vacate convictions of January 6 rioters, framing them as victims of wrongful prosecution.
Social justice
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

A single Epstein email shines a light on myths about American justice and art | Alex Duran

Jes Staley's email reflects a racist view on cultural pacification and the role of hip-hop in society.
Canada news
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 day ago

Man pleads guilty in Lindsay, Ont., break-in case that caused self-defence firestorm | CBC News

Michael Kyle Breen pleaded guilty to breaking and entering, while the resident who confronted him faced initial charges that were later dropped.
#alameda-county
Law
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
8 hours ago

A cheat sheet for Berkeleyside's Alameda County district attorney candidates forum

Alameda County voters face a critical decision for district attorney with candidates offering differing approaches and priorities.
Law
fromwww.berkeleyside.org
8 hours ago

A cheat sheet for Berkeleyside's Alameda County district attorney candidates forum

Alameda County voters face a critical decision for district attorney with candidates offering differing approaches and priorities.
#murder
SOMA, SF
fromQNS
1 day ago

Hollis man convicted in fatal beating of pawn shop owner from Jamaica Estates: DA - QNS

Rodolfo Lopez-Portillo was convicted of murdering Arasb Shoughi with a metal pipe during a robbery at a pawn shop.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Florida teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing stepsister Anna Kepner on cruise ship

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship.
SOMA, SF
fromQNS
1 day ago

Hollis man convicted in fatal beating of pawn shop owner from Jamaica Estates: DA - QNS

Rodolfo Lopez-Portillo was convicted of murdering Arasb Shoughi with a metal pipe during a robbery at a pawn shop.
US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Florida teenager charged with sexually assaulting and killing stepsister Anna Kepner on cruise ship

A 16-year-old boy has been charged with murder and aggravated sexual abuse in the death of his 18-year-old stepsister on a Carnival cruise ship.
NYC politics
fromIntelligencer
2 days ago

Question Alvin Bragg's Methods, But the Numbers Don't Lie

Shootings and murders in Manhattan have significantly decreased during Alvin Bragg's tenure as District Attorney.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

Second suspect in murder of 7-month-old baby in stroller to appear in court

Two suspects face charges in the shooting death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, with one proclaiming innocence in court.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
Brooklyn
fromFOX 5 New York
2 days ago

Second suspect in murder of 7-month-old baby in stroller to appear in court

Two suspects face charges in the shooting death of 7-month-old Kaori Patterson-Moore, with one proclaiming innocence in court.
Brooklyn
fromGothamist
4 days ago

Woman dies in custody on drug charge at Brooklyn Central Booking, police say

Zamiqua Miller, a 33-year-old woman, died in police custody in Brooklyn after being found unconscious.
fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

Former Orange County sheriff's deputy had child sexual abuse images on his phone, prosecutors say

Fernando Melo Flores, 40, faces up to four years and two months in prison if convicted on all counts. He was assigned to John Wayne Airport when he allegedly went to his ex-girlfriend's home at night and repeatedly called and texted her, prompting the woman to get a restraining order against him.
SF parents
#murder-trial
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Mangione, Manhattan DA release dueling arguments prior to evidence suppression decision | amNewYork

Luigi Mangione's defense argues for suppression of evidence from his backpack in his murder trial for the killing of CEO Brian Thompson.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
3 weeks ago

Mangione, Manhattan DA release dueling arguments prior to evidence suppression decision | amNewYork

Luigi Mangione's defense argues for suppression of evidence from his backpack in his murder trial for the killing of CEO Brian Thompson.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Founder of Starmer's legal chambers condemns Labour plans to cut jury trials

Planned restrictions on jury trials in England and Wales are condemned as a betrayal of Labour's core values.
fromBoston.com
6 days ago

Retired Mass. State Police sergeant pleads guilty in PPP fraud scheme

Damian Halfkenny, 54, of Boston, was charged with one count of wire fraud, U.S. Attorney Leah Foley's office said. A plea hearing has not yet been scheduled.
Boston
#sexual-assault
fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Thursday Morning What's Up: Yolo County Explosion Defendants Make Court Appearance

Six individuals have been indicted in connection with a fireworks explosion in Yolo County, with court appearances scheduled for the defendants, including former sheriff's lieutenant Sam Machado.
California
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Almost 200 prisoners released in error' last year in UK's broken' jail system

Almost 200 prisoners were mistakenly released in England and Wales last year, causing significant strain on police resources.
US news
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Australian judge rejects U.S. Marine pilot's appeal against extradition to U.S.

Daniel Duggan faces extradition to the U.S. for allegedly training Chinese military pilots while in South Africa.
#immigration
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago
Left-wing politics

The Trump Administration Has Fired Over 100 Immigration Judges Without Explanation - Above the Law

Left-wing politics
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

The Trump Administration Has Fired Over 100 Immigration Judges Without Explanation - Above the Law

The Trump administration has fired immigration judges who upheld due process in deportation cases, undermining the Fourteenth Amendment.
Social justice
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

Lawsuit against gay activist could help destroy the right to protest, judge & lawyers say - LGBTQ Nation

A federal appeals court ruling may deter individuals from participating in protests, impacting free speech and assembly rights.
NYC politics
fromwww.foxnews.com
4 days 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.
Washington DC
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 days ago

US appeals court blocks contempt case over Trump deportation flights

The Trump administration's deportation of Venezuelan immigrants faced legal challenges but was upheld by an appeals court ruling.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
2 days ago

Ex-wife of firebombing suspect denied care for chest pain in ICE custody, lawyer says

Hayam El Gamal suffers from a chest mass and has been denied proper medical care at a Texas detention center.
SF parents
fromPadailypost
4 days 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.
Social justice
fromTruthout
5 days ago

Pennsylvania's Abolitionist Organizers Win Victory Against Mandatory Life Without Parole

Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruling overturns mandatory life sentences for felony murder, impacting over a thousand individuals, primarily Black.
Law
fromABC7 Los Angeles
9 hours ago

Man accused of killing Charlie Kirk pushes to ban cameras from court

Tyler Robinson seeks to ban courtroom cameras, claiming biased coverage jeopardizes his right to a fair trial in the murder case of Charlie Kirk.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days 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.
#justice-department
Left-wing politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Justice Department moves to toss seditious conspiracy convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys

The Justice Department seeks to vacate seditious conspiracy convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.
Left-wing politics
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 days ago

Justice Department moves to toss seditious conspiracy convictions of Oath Keepers and Proud Boys

The Justice Department seeks to vacate seditious conspiracy convictions of Proud Boys and Oath Keepers leaders involved in the January 6 Capitol attack.
US news
fromwww.amny.com
3 days ago

AG Letitia James won't seek criminal charges against cop who fatally ran over sleeping man in Queens park during U.S. Open | amNewYork

No criminal charges will be filed against the officer who struck and killed Erasmo Huerta Gonzalez in Queens during the U.S. Open.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

Husband of Queens Defenders founder pleads guilty to defrauding legal org | amNewYork

Rashad Ruhani pleaded guilty to conspiring to steal over $300,000 from Queens Defenders alongside his wife, Lori Zeno.
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Morning Docket: 04.16.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments include disbarments, antitrust rulings, and labor agreements impacting various sectors.
Law
fromIrish Independent
1 day ago

Michael Gaine murder accused warns solicitor of his injuries -'Don't be shocked when you see marks'

Michael Kelley, accused of murder, was injured in prison before his trial, indicating potential issues with inmate safety.
Law
fromPOLITICO
3 days 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.
Law
fromBoston.com
1 day ago

Suspended State Police sgt. pleads not guilty in deadly Woburn crash

Sgt. Scott Quigley pleaded not guilty to motor vehicle homicide after a drunken crash killed a man with developmental disabilities in 2023.
Law
fromPadailypost
3 days 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 04.15.26 - Above the Law

Kirkland earns significant revenue and hires a top lawyer from Wachtell for $80 million over three years.
fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

Former O.C. cop used database to track woman, contacted her thousands of times, prosecutors say

Josett admitted to contacting the woman sometimes more than 100 times a day during a period of nine months, violating a restraining order by driving by her house after being notified of his impending termination.
Law
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Thousands of lawyers oppose jury restriction plan

Over 3,200 lawyers and judges oppose government plans to abolish jury trials in certain cases, arguing there is no evidence this will reduce record court backlogs of nearly 80,000 cases.
Law
fromGothamist
3 days 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.
Law
fromCommunity
2 weeks ago

How AI Improves Docket Research with Protege in CourtLink

AI integration in docket research enhances efficiency and decision-making for legal professionals.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days 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.
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

Legal Ethics Roundup: Billing 34.5 Hours In A Day, New ABA Recusal Opinion, Shortcomings In SCOTUS Ethics Rules, Pro Se AI Sanctions, Extra Time For Bar Exam, Purging Immigration Judges & More - Above the Law

Lawyers must disclose information that could lead to a judge's disqualification, balancing this with client confidentiality obligations.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
4 days 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.
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
4 days ago

Brooklyn Mob Case Prosecutors Seek Removal Of Defense Attorney

Prosecutors wrote that the recordings show he was 'fully entangled' in the conduct under investigation. In more than a dozen recordings, the defendant is captured discussing Mr. Corozzo's knowledge of the defendant's criminal schemes, namely the illegal gambling and loansharking operations, and discussing Mr. Corozzo's status as an inducted member of the Gambino crime family.
Law
Law
fromTheregister
4 days ago

AI spread through law. Here's what happened next

AI's rapid advancements in coding are overshadowed by significant downsides, particularly in legal systems where hallucinations lead to unreliable outputs.
Law
fromAbove the Law
6 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.bbc.com
1 month ago

Drive-by murder accused was not at scene, jury told

Michelle Sadio, 44, died at the scene and two others were injured when shots were fired from a passing Kia as a crowd of mourners stood outside the River of Life Pentecostal Church following a wake in December 2024. On Monday, Tahjin Sommersall,19, told the court he had never even seen the car used in the shooting and had been in Wembley when the attack happened.
Miscellaneous
Law
fromAbove the Law
1 week 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.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks 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
2 weeks ago

The Price Of Justice And The Promise Of AI - Above the Law

Rising legal service costs and declining access-to-justice funding widen the gap for those needing legal protections, with AI presenting potential solutions.
US news
fromESPN.com
1 month ago

Prosecutors to extend formal plea agreements in poker case

Prosecutors expect plea agreements with 21 of 31 defendants in a federal rigged poker case involving NBA figures Chauncey Billups and Damon Jones, with trial proceedings advancing.
Law
fromPoynter
2 weeks 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.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
2 months ago

'Nothing about what is going on here is normal': A fight over evidence in Good, Pretti cases

State and county lawyers sought court orders to prevent federal agencies from destroying evidence and to compel evidence sharing after alleged mishandling in fatal shootings.
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 weeks 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
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Judge denies Lindsay Clancy's request for two-part murder trial

Lindsay Clancy will stand trial in July for allegedly killing her three children, with an insanity defense based on postpartum mental illness.
fromABC7 Chicago
2 weeks ago

Lawyers for man accused of killing Charlie Kirk ask to delay preliminary hearing

The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives could not conclusively connect a bullet fragment recovered during an autopsy to the rifle found near the scene. The FBI is running additional tests.
Law
Law
fromABA Journal
3 weeks ago

Drug convictions bar lawyer from bench but not from practicing law

Felony drug convictions prevent lawyer from becoming a judge but allow him to continue practicing law in Montana.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

Man appears in court charged with murder of student

An 18-year-old man has appeared in court charged with murder after De Montfort University student Khaleed Oladipo was fatally stabbed near the campus.
Law
fromsfist.com
3 weeks ago

Humpday Headlines: Judge Fines SF Public Defender For Turning Down Cases

SF Public Defender Mano Raju is hiring 36 new attorneys while facing contempt for turning down cases due to unmanageable caseloads.
Law
fromBoston.com
3 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
4 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.
Law
fromwww.amny.com
1 month ago

Op-Ed | The disappearance of the criminal jury trial | amNewYork

Federal criminal trials have nearly disappeared, with fewer than 3% of cases going to trial compared to 20% in the mid-20th century, undermining the integrity of the criminal justice system.
fromSocial Media Explorer
2 months ago

The Role of Witnesses in Strengthening Your Injury Case - Social Media Explorer

Witnesses play a crucial role in personal injury cases, often serving as the backbone of the evidence presented in court. Their testimonies can provide essential context and details that may not be captured through physical evidence alone. In many instances, the accounts of witnesses can corroborate the claims made by the injured party, lending credibility to their narrative. This is particularly important in personal injury cases, where the burden of proof lies with the plaintiff. A strong witness can help
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

Running Your Cases - Above the Law

They don't drive it. They don't manage it. They don't control it. They let it control them. And then one day, they look up and realize discovery closed last week, the client is asking why nobody has taken the key depo, the adjuster wants a status report "by the end of the day," and the partner is asking the question that makes your stomach drop: "Where are we on this file?"
Law
Law
fromAbove the Law
2 months ago

A Guide To Conducting Discovery - Above the Law

Effective discovery shapes litigation by building leverage, forcing admissions, and methodically narrowing the opponent's options to win cases pretrial.
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