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health1 year ago•2 min saved

"Legal Challenges and Care Mandates for Migrant Children at US Border"

A Federal District Court judge has ruled that the U.S. government must promptly provide safe housing for migrant children who cross into the country unlawfully, rather than leaving them in unsafe open-air sites along the border. The decision, which takes immediate effect, establishes that minors at these sites are in the legal custody of the Department of Homeland Security and are entitled to certain rights and protections, regardless of formal processing. This ruling is expected to impact thousands of children and may require U.S. Customs and Border Protection to allocate additional resources to handle the influx of migrants.

via The New York Times|

#border #department-of-homeland-security #health

legalcriminal-justice1 year ago•1 min saved

Judge Denies Trump's Delay Request in NY Hush Money Trial

A judge ruled that former President Donald Trump is not immune from prosecution in his New York hush money case, citing his failure to timely invoke the defense of presidential immunity. The judge emphasized that Trump was aware of this option but did not raise it within the required timeframe. The ruling focused on timing rather than the merits of the immunity claim, distinguishing it from Trump's argument in a federal election interference case. Trump faces a 34-count indictment for falsifying business records related to a hush payment to Stormy Daniels, with jury selection for the trial scheduled to begin on April 15.

via ABC News|

#criminal-prosecution #donald-trump #hush-money-case

legalcourt1 year ago•2 min saved

"Judge Denies Hunter Biden's Motions to Dismiss Tax Charges, Trial Set for June"

A judge denied all eight of Hunter Biden's motions to dismiss his nine-count tax indictment, clearing the way for a June 20 trial. Hunter Biden's attorney expressed disagreement with the ruling and plans to continue challenging the handling of the case. The charges stem from his failure to pay $1.4 million in taxes during a period of addiction, and he has pleaded not guilty to all charges. The federal judge overseeing the case will hold a hearing on these arguments later this month.

via ABC News|

#hunter-biden #judges-ruling #legalcourt

legalcourt-news1 year ago•5 min saved

"Judge Skeptical of Hunter Biden's Bid to Dismiss Tax Evasion Case"

Hunter Biden's lawyers argued for the dismissal of nine tax charges against him, claiming political influence and botched facts, while prosecutors denied misconduct claims. The judge pushed back on the motion, stating it lacked evidence, and will rule by April 17. The case involves a plea agreement that fell apart, leading to felony charges. The defense also cited immunity provisions in a gun diversion agreement. The judge emphasized focusing on facts and law, disregarding political aspersions.

via The Washington Post|

#hunter-biden #judges-ruling #legal-defense

legalcourt-case1 year ago•4 min saved

"Whistleblower Attorney Vindicated as Judge Criticizes DA's Church Speech"

Attorney Ashleigh Merchant, who initiated the effort to remove Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis from the Georgia election interference case due to her romantic relationship with special prosecutor Nathan Wade, feels vindicated after the judge's ruling. Despite the judge allowing Willis to stay on the case, Wade had to step down. Merchant believes they should have all been removed and plans to appeal the decision. She denies receiving resources from the Trump camp for her investigation and asserts that she conducted it independently.

via WSB Atlanta|

#ashleigh-merchant #fani-willis #georgia-election-interference-case

politics1 year ago•2 min saved

"Federal Court Strikes Down Corporate Transparency Act Disclosure Provision"

A federal court ruling in Alabama has barred the Treasury Department from collecting personal details about small business owners as required by the Corporate Transparency Act, a law aimed at combating money laundering. The judge deemed the ownership reporting requirements as a case of congressional overreach, siding with the National Small Business Association in their lawsuit. The Justice Department is expected to appeal the ruling to the 11th Circuit Court of Appeals in Atlanta.

via The New York Times|

#corporate-transparency-act #judges-ruling #money-laundering

legal1 year ago•2 min saved

"Diddy Lawsuit: Judge Denies Anonymity for Woman in Gang Rape Case"

A federal judge has ruled that the unnamed woman suing Sean "Diddy" Combs over allegations of "sex trafficking" and "gang rape" must reveal her identity as the case progresses, stating that generalized claims of harm do not justify her anonymity. The ruling, which will take effect after a pending motion to dismiss the lawsuit, comes amidst several abuse cases filed against the hip-hop mogul. Combs has strongly denied the allegations, while the accuser argued that media attention would result in further trauma. The judge sided with Combs, stating that the accuser had failed to show the particularized harm or vulnerabilities that would necessitate special status.

via Billboard|

#anonymity #judges-ruling #lawsuit

legal-disability-fraud1 year ago•2 min saved

"Mom's $800K Disability Case Thrown Out Over Tree-Throwing Competition Photos"

A woman in Ireland lost her $800k disability case after a photo of her winning a tree-throwing contest surfaced, leading the judge to conclude that her claims of being unable to work due to back and neck pain were entirely exaggerated. Despite her insistence that she was still enduring pain, the judge dismissed her case, citing her participation in the competition and footage of her training her dog as evidence that her activities were inconsistent with the severity of her claimed injuries.

via UNILAD|

#disability-case #fraud #ireland

legalcourt-proceedings1 year ago•2 min saved

"Trump Co-Defendants Denied Access to Classified Material in Mar-a-Lago Case"

A judge denied Donald Trump's co-defendants, Walt Nauta and Carlos De Oliveira, access to classified records they allegedly helped conceal at Mar-a-Lago, ruling in favor of the special counsel's office. The decision resolves a protracted battle and stands to hamper movement toward a trial, with the judge set to revisit the calendar to determine trial timing. Nauta and De Oliveira have been charged with several counts related to obstruction of justice and concealing documents, and have pleaded not guilty. The judge also has yet to rule on efforts by Trump's attorneys to access a smaller collection of classified documents.

via CNN|

#classified-documents #judges-ruling #legalcourt-proceedings

entertainment1 year ago•2 min saved

Lizzo's Sexual Harassment Lawsuit Advances Despite Dismissal Attempts

Lizzo's attempt to have a sexual harassment lawsuit thrown out has been denied by a Los Angeles judge, allowing the case to move forward. The lawsuit, brought by three former dancers, includes allegations of sexual harassment, racial and religious discrimination. While some parts of the lawsuit were dismissed, the core allegations remain, despite Lizzo's efforts to use California's anti-SLAPP statute to dismiss the suit.

via BuzzFeed|

#allegations #entertainment #judges-ruling

legal2 years ago•2 min saved

Judge Dismisses Trump's Lawsuits Over Video Phone Promotions

A federal judge in Manhattan dismissed a civil trial against Donald Trump and the Trump Organization over allegations of dishonestly promoting a multi-level marketing company selling a "videophone," ruling that the case is best tried in a different court. The decision is a rare legal win for Trump, who still faces other legal challenges, including a second trial over sexual abuse allegations. The judge's ruling stated that the case no longer had automatic federal jurisdiction in New York, and it's best handled elsewhere, but the plaintiffs' claims are expected to move forward.

via Business Insider|

#civil-trial #donald-trump #judges-ruling

law-and-politics2 years ago•2 min saved

California's Attempt to Ban Carrying Firearms in Public Places Thwarted by Federal Judge

A federal judge has temporarily blocked a California law that would have banned carrying firearms in most public places, ruling that it violates the Second Amendment and deprives people of their ability to defend themselves. The law, set to take effect on January 1, would have prohibited carrying concealed guns in 26 places, including public parks, churches, and banks. The judge's decision is a victory for the California Rifle and Pistol Association, which sued to block the law, arguing that it defied the Supreme Court's ruling on gun laws. Governor Gavin Newsom, a proponent of the law, has positioned himself as a national leader on gun control.

via The Associated Press|

#california #gun-control #judges-ruling

crime2 years ago•2 min saved

Judge Denies Bryan Kohberger's Attempts to Dismiss Charges in Idaho College Murders

The judge presiding over the capital murder trial of Bryan Kohberger, the man accused of killing four Idaho college students, has denied both of his lawyers' attempts to dismiss the charges against him. The defense argued that prosecutors withheld evidence and biased the grand jury, as well as used the wrong standard of proof. However, the judge ruled that the indictment was valid and that the correct standard of probable cause was used. Kohberger, a criminology Ph.D. student, is accused of breaking into an off-campus home and stabbing four University of Idaho students to death. He could face the death penalty if convicted.

via ABC News|

#bryan-kohberger #capital-murder-trial #college-murders

politics2 years ago•2 min saved

Trump's Motions Denied, Supreme Court Rejects, Court Rules Trump Can Be Sued

A federal judge has denied two of former President Donald Trump's motions to dismiss the federal election interference case against him. The judge ruled that presidents do not have absolute immunity from criminal prosecution for acts within their official responsibilities unless first impeached and convicted in the Senate. The judge also stated that Trump's indictment does not violate the First Amendment. Trump's lawyers had filed several motions to dismiss the case on constitutional grounds, including the First Amendment, double jeopardy, and due process. The trial is scheduled to begin in March.

via Yahoo News|

#donald-trump #federal-election-interference #first-amendment

technology2 years ago•4 min saved

Judge Allows Trial for Lawsuit Blaming Tesla's Autopilot for Driver's Death

A judge in Florida has ruled that a lawsuit accusing Tesla and Elon Musk of overselling the capabilities of the company's Autopilot system can proceed to trial. The lawsuit was filed by Kim Banner, whose husband died in a crash while using Autopilot. The judge found that there is enough evidence to suggest that Tesla created a foreseeable risk and that Banner can seek punitive damages. The judge's ruling focused on Tesla's marketing and Musk's comments about Autopilot, as well as previous fatal crashes involving the system. Tesla's attorneys declined to comment, and the company's media and public relations department was eliminated four years ago.

via Yahoo Finance|

#autopilot #fatal-crash #judges-ruling