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legal7 months ago

Judge Denies Mistrial Requests in Diddy Sexual Assault Case

The judge overseeing Sean 'Diddy' Combs' trial denied his second request for a mistrial, citing effective cross-examination and evidence that challenged the prosecution's claims, including allegations of false testimony and inconsistencies about an incident where Combs was accused of dangling a friend over a balcony. The trial continues with the judge emphasizing the vigorous legal proceedings and the importance of fair evidence evaluation.

via CNN|
#cross-examination#diddy#legal
crime1 year ago

"Inside the Jennifer Crumbley Trial: Affair, Guns, and Closing Arguments"

The prosecutor in the historic school shooting case of Jennifer Crumbley concluded his cross-examination by challenging her decision not to bring her son home on the day of the massacre, emphasizing the power she had to be with him. He also questioned her about her parenting, personal interests, and her husband's purchase of the gun used in the shooting. Crumbley faces involuntary manslaughter charges for her alleged role in the shooting, and her husband goes to trial in March.

via Detroit Free Press|
#crime#cross-examination#involuntary-manslaughter
crime-and-justice1 year ago

"Prosecution's Cross-Examination of Jennifer Crumbley in Oxford School Shooting Trial"

Prosecutors cross-examined Jennifer Crumbley, mother of school shooter Ethan Crumbley, highlighting her preoccupations with hobbies and an extramarital affair instead of noticing her son's deteriorating mental state. They questioned her decision not to take her son home after a meeting about a disturbing drawing, and emphasized her lack of action despite warning signs. The prosecution also pointed out her husband's issues and her focus on her pursuits, including an extramarital affair. Crumbley faces involuntary manslaughter charges for failing to store the firearm securely and exercise reasonable care of her son.

via NBC News|
#crime-and-justice#cross-examination#negligence
law-and-politics2 years ago

"Trump's Legal Troubles Escalate in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial"

In the defamation trial brought by E. Jean Carroll against Donald Trump, the judge has repeatedly shut down attempts by Trump's lawyers to veer into salacious topics and has limited their line of questioning. The trial, which is focused on determining damages, has seen the judge interrupting and lecturing Trump's lawyer, Alina Habba, and forbidding her from approaching certain subjects. Despite Trump's attempts to discredit Carroll and call for the case to be dismissed, the trial continues with the judge steering it towards a likely conclusion of Trump being held accountable for his disparaging comments.

via The Daily Beast|
#cross-examination#defamation-trial#donald-trump
legalcrypto2 years ago

SBF's Lawyer Claims He's the Worst Cross-Examiner and Witness in FTX Trial

Sam Bankman-Fried's lawyer, David Mills, has described him as the "worst person" he has ever seen do a cross-examination, stating that he may be reconsidering his career after handling the FTX founder's defense. Mills believes Bankman-Fried is innocent, but his case became "unwinnable" due to the testimonies of FTX's other co-founders. Mills expressed concern about his relationship with Bankman-Fried's parents and doubts that their friendship will survive the guilty verdict.

via Futurism|
#cross-examination#david-mills#ftx
legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"SBF's Defense Lawyer Labels Him 'Worst' Witness in Cross Examination"

Sam Bankman-Fried's defense attorney, David Mills, stated that the FTX cofounder's case was "almost impossible to win" and described him as "the worst person I've ever seen do a cross examination." Bankman-Fried was convicted on seven counts of fraud and conspiracy last month, with prosecutors alleging that he orchestrated a scheme to defraud customers and investors of billions of dollars. The defense was further weakened by the testimony of three influential figures in the FTX saga, who claimed that Bankman-Fried was the mastermind behind the scheme. Bankman-Fried's sentencing is scheduled for March 2024, and he faces a maximum sentence of 115 years.

via Business Insider|
#cross-examination#fraud#ftx
crime2 years ago

Jonathan Majors' Trial: Video Evidence and Emotional Testimony Unveiled

Grace Jabbari, the ex-girlfriend of actor Jonathan Majors, broke down in tears while testifying in his assault trial after being forced to watch body-camera footage from the night of the alleged incident. Defense attorneys focused on surveillance video of Jabbari at a Manhattan bar after the attack, questioning her drinking habits and behavior. Jabbari had previously accused Majors of attacking her in a car after finding a suspicious text on his phone. The trial continues with Jabbari set to testify for a final day on Friday.

via The Independent|
#assault-trial#body-camera-footage#crime
crime2 years ago

Jonathan Majors' Ex-Girlfriend's Emotional Courtroom Breakdown Reveals Contradictions and Plea to Avoid Disturbing Evidence

Jonathan Majors' ex-girlfriend, Grace Jabbari, sobbed and abruptly left the courtroom during a grueling cross examination in the assault case against the actor. The emotional display came after she was shown police body-cam footage and CCTV footage of the night in question, which elicited tears from her. Jabbari accused Majors of assaulting her, while Majors claimed she was the aggressor. The defense attorney pressed Jabbari on her incoherence and inability to recall how she got hurt, causing discomfort among the jury. Jabbari will continue her testimony on Friday.

via New York Post |
#assault#court#crime
crime2 years ago

"Jonathan Majors' Trial: Accuser's Emotional Testimony and Contradictory Footage Unveiled"

Grace Jabbari, the ex-girlfriend of actor Jonathan Majors, broke down in tears while testifying in his assault trial after being forced to watch body-camera footage from the night of the alleged incident. Defense attorneys focused on surveillance video of Jabbari at a Manhattan bar after the attack, questioning her about her alcohol consumption and behavior. Jabbari had previously accused Majors of attacking her in a car after finding a suspicious text on his phone. Majors' lawyers attempted to undermine Jabbari's credibility throughout her testimony, suggesting she was the aggressor. The trial continues.

via The Independent|
#assault-trial#body-camera-footage#crime
crime2 years ago

Jonathan Majors' Ex Breaks Down in Court During Testimony

Grace Jabbari, the ex-girlfriend of actor Jonathan Majors, broke down in tears and fled the courtroom during a grueling cross-examination about her conversation with police following an alleged attack by Majors. Jabbari returned after a break, apologizing for her outburst. Defense attorney Priya Chaudhry played police body-camera footage and asked detailed questions about Jabbari's movements and actions, including whether she used a lime with her tequila shot. The cross-examination also touched on the alleged altercation, Majors' phone, and Jabbari's interactions with strangers after the incident. Majors has pleaded not guilty to four misdemeanors related to the domestic dispute.

via The Daily Beast|
#courtroom-drama#crime#cross-examination
legalcryptocurrency2 years ago

"FTX Fraud Trial: Cross-Examination of Sam Bankman-Fried Unveils Surprising Testimony"

The cross-examination of Sam Bankman-Fried, the founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, began in his fraud trial. Assistant US Attorney Danielle Sassoon questioned Bankman-Fried about his public statements regarding the safety and transparency of FTX, highlighting inconsistencies in his responses. The prosecutor also raised his controversial comment about regulators and questioned his motives for expressing support for regulation. Bankman-Fried's defense attempted to shift blame to Binance's treatment of FTX and emphasized his efforts to improve the company's safety. Bankman-Fried admitted to making management mistakes but denied defrauding customers or misappropriating funds. The trial continues.

via The Guardian|
#cross-examination#fraud-trial#ftx
legalcriminal-trial2 years ago

"Caroline Ellison's Testimony Reveals Damning Allegations Against Sam Bankman-Fried"

Sam Bankman-Fried's defense attorney struggled to effectively challenge the testimony of Caroline Ellison, his former girlfriend and the government's key witness in his criminal fraud trial. Ellison testified that Bankman-Fried directed her to use money from FTX customer accounts to fund investments and trading strategies at his cryptocurrency hedge fund, Alameda Research. She also claimed that Bankman-Fried instructed her to withdraw FTX deposits for various purposes, including political donations and hiding losses. The defense attorney faced difficulties in his questioning, frequently changing topics and dates, and even apologizing for referencing the wrong document. The judge intervened multiple times, seeking clarity on the attorney's line of questioning. Bankman-Fried has pleaded not guilty to fraud charges.

via CBS News|
#caroline-ellison#cross-examination#defense-attorney
legalcryptocurrency2 years ago

"Sam Bankman-Fried's Trial: Lawyers Push Judge's Patience, Co-Founder Testifies to Giant Fraud"

The judge overseeing the trial of Sam Bankman-Fried, former crypto chief, expressed frustration with his defense team for asking imprecise and repetitive questions during cross-examination. The defense is attempting to undermine the credibility of government witnesses and inject favorable facts into the court record. However, prosecutors have been successful in blocking many of these questions. The judge's dissatisfaction raises concerns about how the jury will perceive the defense's strategy. Meanwhile, the trial continues with witnesses testifying about FTX's accounting software bug and the loss of customer funds.

via CoinDesk|
#cross-examination#defense-team#judge-kaplan
politics2 years ago

E. Jean Carroll's Trump rape allegation trial and testimony.

Donald Trump's defense attorney cross-examined writer E. Jean Carroll in the trial over her rape allegation against the former president, asking her about old Facebook posts in which she praised his reality show "The Apprentice." Carroll acknowledged praising the show on Facebook in 2012, when it was still on the air. Carroll's lawsuit alleges Trump raped her in a New York City department store in the mid-1990s and defamed her by calling her claims a "hoax." The defense also asked why she never called police to report the attack, which she says occurred in 1995 or 1996.

via NBC News|
#cross-examination#donald-trump#e-jean-carroll
law2 years ago

The ongoing legal battle between E. Jean Carroll and Trump.

The cross-examination in the Trump rape trial has intensified as the plaintiff's lawyer questioned the former president's knowledge of the woman's claims against him. The lawsuit, filed by writer E. Jean Carroll, accuses Trump of sexually assaulting her in a department store dressing room in the 1990s. Trump has denied the allegations and claimed that Carroll was lying to sell her book. The trial is expected to continue for several more weeks.

via MSNBC|
#cross-examination#law#lawsuit