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Trump Challenges Georgia Court in Presidential Election Case
Former President Donald Trump has claimed that Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis inaccurately applied the legal standard for forensic misconduct. This related to her continued prosecution of Trump and his co-defendants in the Georgia presidential election interference case. Trump made this claim to the Georgia Court of Appeals on Monday.
Fake News Evidence Leads to Huge Fine for Seattle Attorney
A Seattle lawyer has been fined $268,000 after a Ninth Circuit court affirmed that they had filed a fake newspaper article as a court exhibit. The fake evidence was used to try and boost their clients’ efforts to enforce an almost $18 billion arbitral award against Chevron.
Judge to Rule on Key Evidence in Alec Baldwin’s Case
A judge in New Mexico is set to rule on a motion filed by Alec Baldwin. The actor is arguing that forensic tests damaged a key piece of evidence in the case against him in relation to his film “Rust”. Baldwin has been indicted on involuntary manslaughter charges.
Georgia Probate Judge Defended by Attorney
The attorney representing embattled Georgia probate judge Christina Peterson has stated that she will be “completely exonerated”. Peterson was arrested outside an Atlanta nightclub last week. Her defense attorney claimed she was “simply trying to be a good Samaritan”.
Apple & Amazon Slam Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP in Antitrust Suit
Apple and Amazon.com have criticized law firm Hagens Berman Sobol Shapiro LLP. This is in relation to an antitrust suit involving the two tech giants. They accuse the law firm of trying to “have it both ways” in its approach to the case.
Arizona Case Dismissed by Ninth Circuit
Kari Lake has failed in her bid to revive a 2022 lawsuit in Arizona. Lake is a Republican and claimed that voting machines in the state had been manipulated in the 2020 election. Her case was dismissed by the Ninth Circuit. Sanctions against her were also requested by Maricopa County officials.
Colorado Supreme Court Orders Further Review of Assault Case
The Colorado Supreme Court has ordered that an appeals court panel review the sexual assault conviction of a man again. The conviction stemmed from an incident where the man’s defense attorney was being prosecuted at the same time by the same district attorney’s office. The panel had used an outdated analysis when reversing the conviction.
Former Chicago Alderman Sentenced for Corruption
Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke has been sentenced to two years in prison and a $2 million fine. He was found guilty of using his position to steer tax business to his personal law firm in a city where public corruption is said to be rife.
Top Lawmakers Argue Against North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Recusal
North Carolina Supreme Court Justice Phil Berger Jr. should not recuse himself from a constitutional challenge, according to top lawmakers. They are arguing that merely because his father is president pro tem of the state Senate, a recusal is not necessary.
New Jersey Attorney Suspended for Three Years over Mishandling of Sensitive Matters
An attorney in New Jersey has been suspended for three years by the state Supreme Court. She had previously been suspended for similar conduct in 2019 but continued to represent clients and mishandled sensitive matters while suspended.
New York Lawsuit Filed by Yeshiva University Student Dropped
A student at Yeshiva University has dropped her lawsuit against the school. She had claimed she was raped by a basketball team player, and the school had covered it up. Seyfarth Shaw LLP was also accused of conspiring to cover things up. However, the student has voluntarily dismissed the Seyfarth attorney from the lawsuit.
JPMorganChase Settles with Florida Law Firm
JPMorganChase Bank NA has settled with a Florida law firm. The bank was being accused of negligence in relation to a $100,000 payment made in error to a fraudster.
Attorney Disqualification in Torch Manufacturer Suit Upheld
An attorney who made false statements about a magistrate judge in a handheld torch manufacturer lawsuit cannot appeal their disqualification. This was the recent ruling made by the Supreme Court. False statements about the judge had led to the attorney being booted from the case.
Colorado Judge Unwilling to Remove Local Prosecutor
A Colorado attorney disciplinary judge has expressed unease. He is uncomfortable at the prospect of removing an elected prosecutor from his position. The prosecutor is facing charges of various misconducts.
Columbia University’s Patents Case Heats Up
Quinn Emanuel Urquhart & Sullivan LLP has argued that former lawyers at the firm are lying about a former computer scientist’s refusal to testify. Columbia University is seeking to introduce the testimony in relation to a long-running $600 million patent case.
Chicago Attorney Denies Theft Allegations
A Chicago attorney has denied allegations that he stole from a former client’s Ethiopian Air crash settlement. The Kenyan law firm argues that the attorney engaged in misconduct in blocking them from accessing the settlement money.
Trump’s Legal Troubles Continue
The Manhattan District Attorney’s Office has expressed concerns over Donald Trump speaking publicly about witnesses, jurors, and others tied to his criminal trial. A gag order is in place, and the office wishes to keep it that way. Attorney General Merrick Garland is also being challenged by Trump’s legal team. They claim his appointment of an independent special counsel was beyond his statutory authority.
Florida State University Prepares for Next Round of Venue Tug-of-War with the Atlantic Coast Conference
Florida State University and the Atlantic Coast Conference are currently fighting over venue in their latest legal dispute. Meanwhile, the NFL’s handling of its Sunday Ticket package has drawn criticism. The gaming industry is also celebrating after Florida and the Seminole Tribe won a lucrative gaming decision at the U.S. Supreme Court.
Trial to Begin for Disgraced Attorney Tom Girardi
The upcoming fraud trial of attorney Tom Girardi has generated much interest. Defense and prosecution lawyers in the case are arguing over which evidence should be admitted. Prosecutors are seeking to show that Girardi spent $25 million funding his ex-wife’s lifestyle.
Insurance Dispute Settled
Wolverine and their insurers have reached a settlement in a coverage dispute over chemical exposure actions. Details of the agreement are confidential.
Attorneys Accused of Judge Shopping in Alabama Law Challenge
Attorneys in Alabama have been given 48 hours to turn over public statements or releases. This is in relation to disciplinary proceedings involving two suits challenging a state law criminalizing gender-affirming care for transgender youths.
Burke Can’t Postpone Sentencing for Racketeering, Bribery & Extortion Charges
Former Chicago Alderman Ed Burke has had his request to postpone his sentencing denied. He had hoped for a U.S. Supreme Court ruling on the scope of federal bribery law that could impact his case. However, the judge ruled that such a ruling would have “little or no impact” on sentencing.
Analysis and Opinion
Legal Practice and the Mind-Body Connection
Lawyers can learn much from embracing the mind-body connection. Things like the Peloton platform can teach lessons on how to develop stamina, transparency, and empathy in daily practice.
Skiing, Adventure, and the Art of Legal Reasoning
Just like abstract spray paint art can help with cognitive development, experiences from skiing can also translate to important professional skills. Fostering a sense of adventure can help lawyers push boundaries and excel in the law.
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