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legal-controversy1 year ago

"Trump Lawyer's Failed Attempt to Discredit E Jean Carroll Attorney and Judge"

Alina Habba, attorney for Donald Trump in the E Jean Carroll defamation trial, retracted her claim that Ms Carroll’s attorney had a "mentor type relationship" with the judge overseeing the trial after being threatened with sanctions. Ms Habba had cited a New York Post article alleging a conflict of interest, but Ms Kaplan denied the claim and threatened sanctions. The judge has not responded to the letters, and the issue remains unresolved.

via The Independent|
#alina-habba#conflict-of-interest#defamation-trial
legal1 year ago

Trump Lawyer's Attempt to Discredit Judge Fizzles Out

Alina Habba, a lawyer for Donald Trump, initially attempted to discredit the judge in E. Jean Carroll's defamation case by claiming a conflict of interest due to the judge's past connection with one of Carroll's attorneys at the same law firm. However, the claim was quickly refuted by the attorney, Roberta Kaplan, who called the allegations "utterly baseless." Habba subsequently retracted the claims, stating that her filing was simply meant to inquire about the validity of the reporting.

via The Daily Beast|
#alina-habba#defamation-case#donald-trump
legalcourt2 years ago

"Legal Battles: Trump Attorney Faces Jail Threat, Ordered to Pay $83.3 Million, and Courtroom Drama"

During the defamation trial brought by E. Jean Carroll against former President Trump, Judge Lewis Kaplan threatened to send Trump attorney Alina Habba to jail for interruptions during closing arguments. The judge scolded Habba for attempting to present a slide that had not been entered into evidence and later warned her to sit down or face jail time. The trial, which had fiery moments and saw Trump walking out of the courtroom, is now in the jury's hands as they deliberate over the damages Trump owes Carroll.

via Yahoo! Voices|
#alina-habba#defamation-trial#e-jean-carroll
legalcourt2 years ago

"Trump's Explosive Testimony and Pandemonium: The E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial"

Donald Trump has criticized Judge Lewis Kaplan, who is overseeing his defamation trial in New York, on social media, accusing him of being "extraordinarily hostile." The trial, which will determine the damages Trump will have to pay E. Jean Carroll for defamation, has been postponed due to illnesses. Trump also boasted about his recent success in the 2024 GOP primary and denied the assault allegations against him. Carroll is seeking at least $10 million in damages, and Trump has been found legally responsible for sexual assault for the first time.

via Newsweek|
#defamation-trial#donald-trump#e-jean-carroll
legal2 years ago

"Trump's Testimony Resumes in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial Amid COVID Scares and Delays"

The defamation trial between Donald Trump and writer E. Jean Carroll is set to resume after a COVID-19 scare. As the trial nears its conclusion, questions arise about the impact of COVID-19 on jurors, the number of jurors needed for a verdict, Trump's testimony, potential consequences if he defies the judge, and the possibility of Trump being held in contempt. The trial could be affected if multiple jurors are sick, and Trump's testimony will be restricted by the judge's pretrial ruling. If Trump violates the rules, the judge could strike his testimony or even exclude him from the courtroom.

via ABC News|
#covid-19#defamation-trial#donald-trump
legalcourtroom-drama2 years ago

"Trump Defamation Trial: Judge's Restraint, Lawyer's Objections, and Delayed Testimony"

Donald Trump's lawyer, Alina Habba, has been repeatedly reprimanded by Judge Lewis Kaplan for disruptive behavior and disregarding his rulings during the E. Jean Carroll defamation trial. A former federal judge noted that Kaplan showed restraint in his scoldings, but Habba's conduct, seemingly aimed at pleasing Trump, may backfire and turn the jury against her. The trial has been marked by courtroom chaos, with Trump also being disruptive during Carroll's testimony.

via Business Insider|
#courtroom-chaos#defamation-trial#donald-trump
legalcourt2 years ago

"Judge Rebukes Trump Lawyer in E. Jean Carroll Defamation Trial"

During the civil defamation trial where E. Jean Carroll accused Donald Trump of raping her decades ago, Judge Lewis Kaplan expressed impatience with Trump's lawyer, Alina Habba, for her line of questioning regarding Carroll's income and social media history. An expert witness testified that repairing Carroll's reputation would cost up to $12.1 million. The trial, focused on determining damages owed to Carroll by Trump, follows a previous verdict where Trump was found liable for sexual abuse and defamation, and ordered to pay Carroll $5 million. Trump, who is appealing the verdict, has turned his legal battles into a key feature of his 2024 presidential campaign.

via CNBC|
#civil-trial#defamation-trial#donald-trump
legalcourtroom-drama2 years ago

"Trump's Fiery Clashes with Judge Take Center Stage in E. Jean Carroll Case"

Former President Donald Trump engaged in heated courtroom exchanges with U.S. District Judge Lewis Kaplan during his defamation damages trial brought by E. Jean Carroll. The exchanges included Trump's retort of "I would love it" after the judge threatened to remove him from the courtroom, as well as disruptive behavior and comments made by Trump during the trial. The judge denied the defense's requests to adjourn the trial and to recuse himself, and warned Trump to control his behavior to avoid being excluded from the trial.

via ABC News|
#courtroom-exchanges#defamation-trial#donald-trump
legalcriminal-justice2 years ago

"Sam Bankman-Fried's Sentencing: Experts Predict Prison Time and Lessons Learned"

FTX founder Sam Bankman-Fried has been found guilty of all seven criminal charges brought against him, including wire fraud, conspiracy to commit securities fraud, and money laundering. The sentencing date is set for March 28, and while the statutory maximum sentence is around 115 years, legal experts believe he could face a prison term of 20 to 25 years or even longer. Judge Lewis Kaplan, known for his no-nonsense approach, will consider the severity of the crimes, the defendant's behavior, and the impact on victims in determining the sentence. Bankman-Fried's case has been compared to that of Elizabeth Holmes, but experts expect harsher terms due to the significant losses suffered by investors. Additionally, there is the possibility of a second case with separate charges against Bankman-Fried in March 2024.

via CNBC|
#criminal-charges#judge-lewis-kaplan#legalcriminal-justice