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fromUNILAD
2 hours ago

Employer ordered to pay $22.5 million for denying woman's work-from-home request

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother was denied remote work during her high-risk pregnancy.
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fromWCVB
5 hours ago

Her employer wouldn't let her work from home while pregnant - She lost her baby and sued for $22.5M

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against Total Quality Logistics for denying a pregnant employee's work-from-home request.
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fromUNILAD
2 hours ago

Employer ordered to pay $22.5 million for denying woman's work-from-home request

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit after a mother was denied remote work during her high-risk pregnancy.
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fromWCVB
5 hours ago

Her employer wouldn't let her work from home while pregnant - She lost her baby and sued for $22.5M

A jury awarded $22.5 million in a wrongful death lawsuit against Total Quality Logistics for denying a pregnant employee's work-from-home request.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
10 hours ago

More young people are filing for bankruptcy, lawyers say. Here's why.

Bankruptcy filings among young adults have increased due to high living costs, stagnant wages, and easy access to credit.
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fromFuturism
6 hours ago

Atlassian in Trouble for Firing Employee Who Mouthed Off to CEO

Atlassian is accused of illegally firing an employee for criticizing its CEO's workforce reduction plan.
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fromSlate Magazine
11 hours ago

A Warped Way of Doing Law

The Supreme Court's shadow docket has caused internal tensions and public disputes among justices, impacting the judiciary's integrity.
fromMission Local
18 hours ago

Hundreds ordered deported in absentia at S.F. immigration court

"They're counting on these people not showing up because otherwise you wouldn't have that many cases on that day," said Dana Leigh Marks, highlighting the federal government's strategy to increase deportations.
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fromESPN.com
20 hours ago

Prosecutors: 'Drug transactions' allegedly found on Alabama guard Aden Holloway's phone

Aden Holloway faces felony drug charges after police found marijuana and alleged drug transactions on his phone during a search of his apartment.
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fromemptywheel
12 hours ago

More Thread - emptywheel

Recent legal news includes judgments against various individuals and entities, alongside geopolitical tensions involving Iran and U.S. military involvement.
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fromIndependent
15 hours ago

Two weeks after being ordered to prison, why are Enoch Burke's mother and sister still at large?

Martina and Ammi Burke are wanted for contempt of court related to their son's legal issues.
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fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

What Even Is AI 'Competence'? It Depends. - Above the Law

Failing to use AI in legal practice may lead to malpractice risks, as suggested by recent judicial statements on evolving industry standards.
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from48 hills
1 day ago

Lurie wants to be tough on crime-but won't pay for the impacts on defendants - 48 hills

Increased arrests and prosecutions in San Francisco are costly, leading to understaffed public defense and potential legal ethics violations.
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fromGothamist
1 day ago

NY prosecutor who hid evidence is eying a return to law. Professors want him disbarred.

Prosecutor Glenn Kurtzrock's misconduct led to his resignation, wrongful imprisonment, and ongoing efforts to block his return to practicing law.
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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

How Appealing Weekly Roundup - Above the Law

Federal judge blocks Arkansas' Ten Commandments law; Chief Justice Roberts warns against personal attacks on judges.
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fromFast Company
1 day ago

Jurors weigh evidence in high-stakes Meta trial about social media risks to children

Meta faces allegations of failing to disclose risks its platforms pose to children, potentially leading to significant financial sanctions.
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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Saving The Worst For Last: Which Trump Administration Lawyer Most Deserves To Lose Their License? - Above the Law

Stephen Miller influences the administration's legal strategy despite not being a lawyer, while Emil Bove and Harmeet Dhillon have controversial records in the DOJ.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

Judge denies NWMLS bid to dismiss Compass antitrust suit

NWMLS's motion to dismiss was denied as Compass plausibly claims its rules harm competition and limit marketing strategies for homeowners.
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fromLos Angeles Times
22 hours 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.
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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Bracket Challenge Continues: Which Trump Administration Lawyer Most Deserves To Lose Their License? - Above the Law

The 2026 March Madness bracket features controversial legal figures and their questionable decisions in the John Eastman Region.
fromFuturism
1 day 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."
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

US company to pay $22.5m over newborn's death after denying woman remote work

The case centered on Chelsea Walsh, her late daughter Magnolia, and Total Quality Logistics, unfolding as many employers increasingly allowed remote work during the Covid-19 pandemic.
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fromAbove the Law
23 hours ago

People Often Confuse One Attorney For Another - Above the Law

Lawyers can minimize mistaken identity issues by clarifying their location and practicing due diligence in communication.
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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Biglaw Executive Order Fight Heads To D.C. Circuit (For Real This Time) - Above the Law

The U.S. Court of Appeals has allowed the government to continue appeals regarding Executive Orders targeting major law firms.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Op-Ed | The right' to remain silent | amNewYork

Remaining silent when approached by law enforcement can protect individuals from self-incrimination, despite potential short-term consequences.
fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

AI, Automation, And The Modern Law Firm: How Smart Systems Create Leverage - Above the Law

"Every growing law firm must document its processes. Standard operating procedures are not optional if you want consistency, training efficiency, and delegation. The challenge is that most firms delay documentation because it feels time consuming."
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fromESPN.com
1 day ago

Tuskegee coach files $1M suit against Morehouse, school officers

During the ceremonial handshake that followed the game between the two teams, Coach Taylor made a request to Officer Clark to remove unauthorized students from the ceremonial handshake line. In response, Officer Clark chose not to ensure the safety of the student athletes, coaches, and staff of Tuskegee University.
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fromSlate Magazine
1 day ago

One Furious Judge Just Laid Out Exactly How Trump and Bondi Are Wrecking the DOJ

The DOJ faced severe criticism from Judge Quraishi for incompetence and illegal operations, damaging its credibility and allowing defendants to evade justice.
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fromWIRED
1 day ago

Kalshi Has Been Temporarily Banned in Nevada

Kalshi has been banned in Nevada, requiring gaming licenses for its prediction market operations.
#lawsuit
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Tuskegee basketball coach who was handcuffed by police after game files $1m lawsuit

Benjy Taylor filed a lawsuit against Morehouse College for emotional and physical harm after being handcuffed during a basketball game.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Tuskegee basketball coach who was handcuffed by police after game files $1m lawsuit

Benjy Taylor filed a lawsuit against Morehouse College for emotional and physical harm after being handcuffed during a basketball game.
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fromLos Angeles Times
1 day ago

United Farm Workers could face lawsuits over Chavez sex abuse claims, attorneys say

California laws may expose the United Farm Workers to significant financial liability due to allegations against founder Cesar Chavez.
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fromwww.housingwire.com
1 day ago

FinCEN anti-money laundering rule struck down in court

The court vacated FinCEN's rule on reporting cash real estate transactions, restoring previous regulations and eliminating compliance burdens for the industry.
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fromwww.npr.org
1 day ago

Epstein's former attorney testifies he had 'no knowledge whatsoever' of crimes

Darren Indyke testified he had no knowledge of Jeffrey Epstein's crimes despite being part of his inner circle for over two decades.
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fromCageside Press
1 day ago

Killer of Walt Harris' Step-Daughter Aniah Blanchard Convicted, Skirts Death Penalty

Ibraheem Yazeed was convicted of murdering Aniah Blanchard but will not face the death penalty, leading to life imprisonment instead.
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Joey Barton denied bail over 'attack' at golf club

Joey Barton has been in custody since 10 March, when he appeared at Liverpool Magistrates' Court charged with assault occasioning grievous bodily harm with intent.
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fromwww.amny.com
1 day ago

Legal Aid executives reflect on its 150 years of history, cautious' future embrace of AI | amNewYork

Legal Aid Society plans to embrace artificial intelligence to help staff work more efficiently and spend more time with clients they represent.
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fromAbove the Law
1 day ago

Biglaw Partner Primes Columbia Law Students On AI Adoption - Above the Law

Columbia Law School introduced an AI law course taught by a Biglaw partner to address the legal profession's lack of technical knowledge about artificial intelligence systems and their legal implications.
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fromabovethelaw.com
2 days ago

Morning Docket: 03.19.26

Colorado proposes legal immunity for AI companies, Microsoft considers suing over OpenAI-Amazon deal, Justice Alito changes recusal practices, and law firms fail to communicate with clients about AI implementation.
#attorney-misconduct
fromAbove the Law
2 days ago
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MADNESS! Rudy Giuliani Region: Which Trump Administration Lawyer Most Deserves To Lose Their License? - Above the Law

Government attorneys face disciplinary scrutiny for documented instances of lying to courts, failing to comply with orders, and breaching statutory requirements, with leadership positions particularly vulnerable to investigation.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago
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California trial attorneys push bills to rein in 'bad actors' in legal industry

California trial lawyers support bills increasing penalties for attorneys who illegally solicit clients or allow hedge funds to control case strategy.
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fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

MADNESS! Rudy Giuliani Region: Which Trump Administration Lawyer Most Deserves To Lose Their License? - Above the Law

Government attorneys face disciplinary scrutiny for documented instances of lying to courts, failing to comply with orders, and breaching statutory requirements, with leadership positions particularly vulnerable to investigation.
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fromLos Angeles Times
4 days ago

California trial attorneys push bills to rein in 'bad actors' in legal industry

California trial lawyers support bills increasing penalties for attorneys who illegally solicit clients or allow hedge funds to control case strategy.
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fromWIRED
2 days ago

The Fight to Hold AI Companies Accountable for Children's Deaths

A lawyer is pursuing legal action against OpenAI after a teenager's suicide, alleging the ChatGPT chatbot provided instructions for self-harm instead of refusing the request.
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fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Lemon Pound Cake Loving Property Destroying Officers Walk Away From Afroman Defamation Trial With Nothing - Above the Law

A jury ruled in favor of rapper Afroman in a defamation lawsuit filed by Ohio police officers over music videos mocking their botched raid of his home.
#ai-in-legal-practice
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fromIPWatchdog.com | Patents & Intellectual Property Law
2 days ago

IP Innovators: Writer's Block Is Dead: Drew McElligott on AI in Legal Practice

AI tools are transforming patent drafting by eliminating blank-page paralysis, enabling attorneys to generate structured outlines and draft language immediately, shifting legal work from initial creation to editing and refinement.
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fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

AI Hallucinations And Judicial Derangements - Above the Law

AI adoption in legal practice faces credibility challenges when misused, while judicial conduct standards remain inconsistent despite peer intervention attempts.
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fromAbove the Law
2 days ago

Say It So People Hear It - Above the Law

Effective legal communication requires controlling tone, pace, and presence across different audiences while maintaining truthfulness and clarity.
fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

LAPD commander fired over drunken incident wins $5.7 million in discrimination lawsuit

The commander, Nicole Mehringer, argued she was held to a different standard than her male LAPD colleagues, who she claimed were allowed to keep their jobs under similar circumstances, sometimes with department officials going to extreme lengths to cover up their wrongdoing. The jury ultimately agreed with her.
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fromsfist.com
1 day ago

Hayward Cop Accused of Extorting Brothel For Sex, $1,000 In Exchange For Protection

A Hayward police officer faces felony charges for extorting an illegal brothel, receiving $1,000 and sexual services in exchange for police protection and tips about law enforcement activity.
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fromStreetsblog
3 days ago

Nassau County Police Are Enforcing an E-Bike Ban That Doesn't Actually Exist - Streetsblog Empire State

Nassau County Police misinterpret state law to falsely claim e-bikes are banned, threatening confiscation and $700 fines despite state law legalizing e-bikes and limiting county regulatory authority.
fromGothamist
3 days ago

Luigi Mangione seeks trial delay, saying he wants to help pick his own jury

As a practical matter, this would not be possible. The defense lawyer said Mangione will be in court all day and return to jail beyond the hours when he would be able to have a visit with his lawyers. Friedman Agnifilo also said Mangione won't be allowed to look at the questionnaires by himself while in jail, because they'll include potential jurors' identifying information.
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fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Afroman keeps trolling cops after winning "Lemon Pound Cake" defamation case

Afroman won a defamation lawsuit filed by seven police officers who conducted a 2022 raid on his home, with the jury ruling in his favor on all claims.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'We did it, America!': Afroman triumphs in lawsuit filed by law enforcement who raided his home

Afroman won a lawsuit filed by seven Ohio sheriff's officers who claimed invasion of privacy and defamation over his mocking videos and social media posts about a failed 2022 raid on his home.
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fromArs Technica
2 days ago

Afroman keeps trolling cops after winning "Lemon Pound Cake" defamation case

Afroman won a defamation lawsuit filed by seven police officers who conducted a 2022 raid on his home, with the jury ruling in his favor on all claims.
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fromLos Angeles Times
2 days ago

'We did it, America!': Afroman triumphs in lawsuit filed by law enforcement who raided his home

Afroman won a lawsuit filed by seven Ohio sheriff's officers who claimed invasion of privacy and defamation over his mocking videos and social media posts about a failed 2022 raid on his home.
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fromThe Oaklandside
2 days ago

Video of Oakland police 'ghost chase' captures cops laughing after deadly collision

Video evidence released in a fatal police chase case shows officers leaving the collision scene without assistance and allegedly attempting to obstruct accountability by disabling body cameras.
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fromLawSites
3 days ago

Sixth Circuit Slaps Steep Sanctions on Two Lawyers for Fake Citations and Misrepresentations in Appellate Briefs

The 6th Circuit imposed substantial sanctions on two Tennessee attorneys for filing briefs containing over two dozen fabricated or misrepresented citations, ordering $15,000 fines each plus joint responsibility for appellees' attorney fees and double costs.
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fromHoodline
2 days ago

Cincy Jury Slaps TQL With $22 Million After Newborn's Death

A jury awarded $22 million to a Cincinnati woman whose employer refused work-from-home accommodation despite doctor's orders for bed rest, finding the refusal contributed to her premature delivery and newborn daughter's death.
fromUSA TODAY
2 days ago

Jury says firm must pay $22.5M after pregnant employee's baby died

Walsh's doctor instructed her to be on modified bed rest, work from home and limit her activity, to protect the pregnancy. Four days after the procedure, which took place on Feb. 11, 2021, Walsh went to TQL's offices and asked to work from home, so she could follow her doctor's instructions. But Walsh's request to work remotely was not granted.
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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Chelsea man released decades after murder conviction won't be retried, prosecutors say

Suffolk County prosecutors dropped charges against Thomas Rosa Jr. after 34 years in prison, citing new DNA evidence, lost evidence, and changes in case law that dismantled their case against him.
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fromwww.businessinsider.com
2 days ago

Jeffrey Epstein's personal lawyer says he took out huge cash withdrawals because he had trouble getting a credit card

Epstein's lawyer testified that large cash withdrawals funded household expenses across multiple properties and that credit card access became difficult after JPMorgan Chase ended their relationship in 2013.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 day 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.
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fromConsequence
2 days ago

Afroman Prevails in Civil Lawsuit Filed by Ohio Sheriff's Deputies Who Raided His House

An Ohio jury ruled in favor of rapper Afroman in a defamation and privacy lawsuit filed by sheriff's deputies who were mocked in his music videos following an unfounded 2022 drug raid on his home.
fromSherdog
1 day ago

Jury finds Ibraheem Yazeed guilty of murder for 2019 killing of Aniah Blanchard

Today, a Macon County jury returned a murder verdict in the case of Aniah Blanchard. Although we are disappointed that this outcome does not allow for the death penalty, we intend to seek the maximum sentence allowed by law when the defendant is sentenced on May 7th. I pledge to do everything in my power to ensure that Ibraheem Yazeed spends the rest of his life in prison.
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fromNBC News
2 days ago

Ohio firm must pay $22.5 million to mom whose baby died after she was denied work-from-home

TQL presented Walsh with an impossible choice - work at the office and put additional strain on her child, or take an unpaid leave of absence and lose the income and health insurance she needed. The jury found that TQL's denial of that reasonable request led to the death of her daughter.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

Man who murdered Garda Colm Horkan appeals conviction arguing State psychiatric evidence contradicted legal insanity test

Stephen Silver murdered Garda Colm Horkan with the garda's own gun and appeals his conviction based on psychiatric evidence contradicting the legal insanity test.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

Family of Daena Walsh (27) brand killer 'demonic and evil' after man sentenced to life for her murder

Adam Corcoran received a life sentence for murdering and attempting to dismember his partner Daena Walsh, with evidence suggesting prior dismemberment attempts and arson to cover up the crime.
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fromLos Angeles Times
3 days ago

AI pilot program in L.A. County courts will help judges craft rulings in some cases

Los Angeles County civil court judges are using AI software called Learned Hand to summarize legal motions and draft rulings, with independent review required before publication.
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fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Law Firm AI Adoption: So Many Choices - Above the Law

Law firms struggle with AI adoption, with 75% of lawyers using general AI tools but only 9% of firms having current guidelines, creating a gap between individual and organizational AI use.
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fromFuturism
3 days 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.
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fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Judge Tosses DOJ Lawyer From Courtroom As New Jersey U.S. Attorney's Office Descends Into Chaos - Above the Law

The U.S. Attorney's Office for the District of New Jersey faces severe leadership chaos after courts repeatedly rejected unconstitutional appointment attempts, leading to an illegal three-person leadership structure.
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fromwww.amny.com
2 days ago

Court ruling on law prohibiting income discrimination against prospective tenants could shut many low-income New Yorkers out of housing, advocates say

An appeals court struck down a state law prohibiting landlords from discriminating against Section 8 voucher holders, ruling the law violates landlords' Fourth Amendment rights against warrantless property searches required under the federal program.
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fromGothamist
3 days ago

'No accountability': NYC immigration courts close to the public, lawsuit claims

Federal immigration courts in New York City have systematically blocked public observation for a year, violating federal regulations and constitutional protections through unwritten, arbitrary rules.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

France's justice minister to present criminal justice bill to Cabinet

France introduces a plea bargain procedure for crimes that reduces sentences by one-third, aiming to expedite trial processing for the 6,000 pending criminal cases.
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fromFast Company
2 days ago

Can you get fired for calling your CEO a "rich jerk"? This company says yes

The NLRB argued that Atlassian illegally fired an engineer for criticizing the CEO over a restructuring plan, establishing potential protections for employee speech about working conditions.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Judge in rugby brain injury lawsuit tells legal teams to hurry up as cases drag on

A judge overseeing rugby brain injury litigation cases rebuked both legal teams for slow progress on claims now over five years old, requiring written updates and identification of 28 lead claimants by October.
#police-misconduct
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fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Afroman Fights Multimillion-Dollar Defamation Case Against Officers Who Raided His Home - Above the Law

Police officers sued rapper Afroman for defamation after he released a music video mocking their botched 2022 raid on his home that found no evidence of crimes.
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fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Oakland Officers Heard Laughing About 'Ghost Chase' Crash That Killed One In New Video

Two Oakland police officers resigned after a high-speed chase they initiated without lights or sirens resulted in a crash that killed 28-year-old Lolomanaia Soakai, with bodycam footage revealing officers laughing about the incident.
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fromAbove the Law
3 days ago

Afroman Fights Multimillion-Dollar Defamation Case Against Officers Who Raided His Home - Above the Law

Police officers sued rapper Afroman for defamation after he released a music video mocking their botched 2022 raid on his home that found no evidence of crimes.
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fromsfist.com
3 days ago

Oakland Officers Heard Laughing About 'Ghost Chase' Crash That Killed One In New Video

Two Oakland police officers resigned after a high-speed chase they initiated without lights or sirens resulted in a crash that killed 28-year-old Lolomanaia Soakai, with bodycam footage revealing officers laughing about the incident.
#prediction-markets
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fromReadWrite
3 days ago

Judge denies Kalshi emergency request amid Arizona criminal case

A federal judge rejected Kalshi's emergency request to stop Arizona criminal enforcement actions, with a preliminary injunction hearing scheduled for April 2026 and potential application of the Younger abstention doctrine.
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fromFast Company
3 days ago

Traders flocked to prediction markets-now a criminal case is testing the model

Arizona filed criminal charges against Kalshi, a prediction market platform, for operating an illegal gambling business and allowing bets on political races, despite the platform being federally legal as a financial trading platform.
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fromReadWrite
3 days ago

Judge denies Kalshi emergency request amid Arizona criminal case

A federal judge rejected Kalshi's emergency request to stop Arizona criminal enforcement actions, with a preliminary injunction hearing scheduled for April 2026 and potential application of the Younger abstention doctrine.
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fromFast Company
3 days ago

Traders flocked to prediction markets-now a criminal case is testing the model

Arizona filed criminal charges against Kalshi, a prediction market platform, for operating an illegal gambling business and allowing bets on political races, despite the platform being federally legal as a financial trading platform.
#criminal-justice
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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Newly discovered 'Whitey' Bulger writings show former FBI agent was framed, lawyers allege

Attorneys use James Bulger's handwritten manuscript to argue former FBI agent John Connolly was framed for a 1982 murder, claiming Bulger identified another agent as his actual mole.
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fromBoston.com
2 days ago

Newly discovered 'Whitey' Bulger writings show former FBI agent was framed, lawyers allege

Attorneys use James Bulger's handwritten manuscript to argue former FBI agent John Connolly was framed for a 1982 murder, claiming Bulger identified another agent as his actual mole.
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fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Grieving widow prosecuted over unpaid 35 bill on dead husband's car

A grieving widow was criminally convicted for failing to pay £35.84 vehicle tax on her deceased husband's car during her mourning period, despite her detailed explanation of the circumstances.
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fromFortune
2 days ago

Luigi Mangione's lawyers say back-to-back state and federal trials violate his constitutional rights | Fortune

Luigi Mangione's defense team requested postponing his federal trial to January 2027 and moving his state trial to September to avoid simultaneous preparation for two serious trials.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Saleswoman faked doctor's note about cancer care

A saleswoman admitted to perverting the course of justice by fabricating evidence including fake doctor's notes, false police emails, and CCTV claims across two failed employment tribunal cases involving sexual harassment allegations.
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Appeals court rebukes New York judge for repeatedly refusing to seal trans name change records

We are once again confronted with the denial of a sealing request in a Civil Rights Law article 6 proceeding - by the same Supreme Court justice - predicated on amorphous 'public interest concerns,' wrote Appellate Judge Eddie J. McShan in a ruling, highlighting the pattern of Walsh's decisions.
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fromIndependent
3 days ago

This Working Life: 'It has been interesting to see how much your status and self-perspective are tied up with your job'

I was 17 when I went to study law in UCD in 1990. At school in Boyle, Co Roscommon, I was interested in science and biology, but I did not take up the CAO offer to study genetics in Queen's as I was scared of maths.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

DPP drops charges against three gardai over alleged 'squaring away' of motoring tickets

The Director of Public Prosecutions has dropped charges against three gardaí accused of improperly dismissing fixed-charge notices for motoring offences.
#court-proceedings
fromIndependent
3 days ago
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Former MMA fighter Charlie Ward fails to appear in court for damages claim over collision with garda car

fromIndependent
3 days ago
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Former MMA fighter Charles Ward fails to appear in court for damages claim over collision with garda car

fromIndependent
3 days ago
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Former MMA fighter Charlie Ward fails to appear in court for damages claim over collision with garda car

fromIndependent
3 days ago
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Former MMA fighter Charles Ward fails to appear in court for damages claim over collision with garda car

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fromIrish Independent
3 days ago

Transfer of Enoch Burke to Castlerea Prison is lawful, High Court rules

A judge upheld the lawfulness of Enoch Burke's transfer from Mountjoy Prison to Castlerea Prison despite his argument that the court order specified Mountjoy as his place of imprisonment.
fromwww.dw.com
3 days ago

Norway: Prosecutors seek 7-year term for crown princess' son

Rape can leave lasting scars and destroy lives. It can be something the victim carries with them for their entire life. She portrayed the accused as a person who thinks he can do whatever he wants, but added: Marius Borg Hoiby is not a monster. None of us are. We're all human beings, with good and bad sides. He should not be judged for who he is, but for what he's done.
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fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Pam Bondi's DOJ Lowers Hiring Standards After Driving Away Lawyers With Actual Experience - Above the Law

The Department of Justice has eliminated the one-year legal experience requirement for prosecutors, allowing hiring of individuals without prior legal practice experience.
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fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

New Tool Catches AI Hallucinations In Legal Briefs - Above the Law

BriefCatch's RealityCheck tool automatically detects AI hallucinations and citation errors in legal filings, addressing a critical problem as law firms increasingly misuse AI in legal documents.
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fromAbove the Law
4 days ago

Morning Docket: 03.17.26 - Above the Law

Recent legal developments reveal systemic challenges including prosecutorial staffing concerns, AI misuse in legal matters, judicial oversight of executive actions, and emerging liability issues around AI-generated harmful content.
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fromwww.amny.com
4 days ago

Lobbyist accused of trying to extort client after securing Trump pardon | amNewYork

Conservative attorney Josh Nass is charged with hiring an enforcer to extort $500,000 from a client he helped get pardoned by President Trump, threatening physical violence if payment was refused.
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