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legalcourt-proceedings2 years ago

Trump's Fraud-Trial Antics Backfire as Judge Denies Instant Win in NY Civil Fraud Case

Lawyers for the New York attorney general's office condemn the "antics" of Donald Trump's legal team in a filing, criticizing their repeated requests for a "directed verdict" in the civil fraud trial. The judge, who has presided over the case for three years, denied the latest request and agreed with the attorney general's frustration. The filing sarcastically refers to Trump's paid witnesses as the "most ineffective team of experts that Defendants' money can buy." The trial aims to determine if Trump's proven fraud rises to the level of criminality, with closing arguments and a verdict expected in January.

via Yahoo News|
#civil-fraud-trial#directed-verdict#judges-decision
politics2 years ago

Trump's Failed Courtroom Tactics and Credibility Crisis Exposed by NY Judge

The New York Attorney General's office criticizes Donald Trump and his defense lawyers for repeatedly requesting a "directed verdict" in his bank fraud trial, a legal maneuver that declares outright victory and immediately ends the case. The requests, which are rarely granted, have been deemed as desperate and political stunts. The evidence presented during the trial has only strengthened the case against Trump, who is accused of lying on financial statements to obtain loans and insurance policies. The judge has consistently denied these requests and is expected to do so again. The trial will resume in January, and the judge will determine the punishment for Trump and his co-defendants.

via The Daily Beast|
#bank-fraud-trial#directed-verdict#donald-trump
legal2 years ago

Trump's Credibility Shattered in NY Civil Fraud Case

The acrimony continues in Donald Trump's civil fraud trial in New York as lawyers for the state attorney general condemn the Trump team's "antics" and call them the "most ineffective team of experts that Defendants' money can buy." The attorney general's office filed a response to Trump's latest request for a directed verdict, calling it a "political stunt" and arguing that it makes no sense procedurally. The judge swiftly denied the request and criticized Trump's expert witnesses. The trial aims to determine if the proven fraud rises to the level of criminality and what the final penalties will be. Closing briefs and arguments are due next month.

via Business Insider|
#civil-fraud-trial#directed-verdict#expert-witnesses
legal2 years ago

Trump's Desperate Attempts for an Early Verdict Denied by Judge

Donald Trump's lawyers have once again requested an early verdict in the New York civil fraud trial against the former president, seeking to clear him, his company, and top executives of wrongdoing. However, Judge Arthur Engoron firmly rejected their bid, stating that the state lawyers had met their legal burden for the trial to continue. The trial, which accuses Trump of inflating his wealth on financial statements, is expected to conclude with closing arguments on January 11. Engoron, who is deciding the case without a jury, hopes to reach a decision by the end of January.

via PBS NewsHour|
#civil-fraud-trial#directed-verdict#donald-trump
legal2 years ago

Trump's lawyers denied early verdict request in civil fraud trial

Donald Trump's lawyers have once again requested an early verdict in the New York civil fraud trial, seeking to end the proceedings immediately. However, Judge Arthur Engoron has rejected their bid, stating that the state lawyers have met their legal burden and the trial will continue as scheduled. The trial, which alleges that Trump inflated his wealth on financial statements to secure loans and make deals, is expected to conclude with closing arguments on January 11. Trump's lawyers plan to submit a written request for a directed verdict, despite the judge's warning that it may not be entertained.

via Yahoo News|
#civil-fraud-trial#directed-verdict#donald-trump
law-and-politics2 years ago

Trump's Legal Team's Desperate Attempts and Clueless Moments in Fraud Trial

Donald Trump's defense lawyers in his bank fraud trial have repeatedly made preposterous legal maneuvers, including requesting a "directed verdict" three times, a longshot request that almost never works. Legal experts and former judges are baffled by these tactics, with one retired judge stating that she couldn't remember granting such a request in her 35 years on the bench. Trump's lawyers have also made snide remarks about the judge and launched personal attacks against a law clerk, leading to a gag order being imposed. The trial, brought by the New York Attorney General, is nearing its end, and Trump's legal team's repeated attempts to have the case dismissed have left scholars and observers perplexed.

via The Daily Beast|
#bank-fraud-trial#directed-verdict#donald-trump
legal2 years ago

Trump's Lawyers Seek Dismissal of NY Fraud Lawsuit, Potentially Shaking Up His Business

Donald Trump's lawyers have made a long-shot request to a New York judge to decide a civil fraud case in his favor, as the trial against him, his two adult sons, and 10 of his companies continues. The New York attorney general's office has accused Trump and his family businesses of manipulating the value of assets to secure better deals and reduce taxes. Trump's lawyers asked for a "directed verdict," but it is unlikely to be granted as the judge has already found Trump and his businesses guilty of persistent fraud. The trial is expected to continue through mid-December.

via Reuters|
#civil-fraud-case#directed-verdict#donald-trump