All articles tagged with #jury trial
Originally Published 2 months ago — by NBC Sports
An Indiana judge recused herself from the criminal case against former NFL quarterback Mark Sanchez, which involves charges of battery and misdemeanors related to an altercation in Indianapolis. The case has been reassigned, with a pretrial conference scheduled for October and a jury trial tentatively set for December.
Originally Published 6 months ago — by The Verge
Tesla is facing a rare jury trial in Miami over a fatal crash involving its Autopilot system, with the plaintiffs alleging the system's failure contributed to the accident, while Tesla argues the driver was responsible. The case highlights ongoing scrutiny and legal challenges surrounding Tesla's driver-assist technology amid broader regulatory and public concerns.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Newsweek
Legal analyst Glenn Kirschner predicts that the jury will convict Donald Trump in his criminal hush money trial, citing strong evidence against him. However, other legal experts suggest a hung jury is more likely due to the credibility issues surrounding key witness Michael Cohen and the complexities of the case. The jury's decision will follow closing arguments and instructions from Judge Juan Merchan.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
A New York judge has ruled to prevent former President Donald J. Trump from revealing the identities of potential jurors at his upcoming criminal trial, emphasizing the need to protect those involved in the highly sensitive case. The judge granted a request to withhold the names of jurors from the public and ordered that their addresses be kept private, with only the lawyers in the case having access to this information. This decision comes amid security concerns surrounding Mr. Trump's legal proceedings, including recent incidents involving threats and intimidation.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC News
Jurors convicted Daqua Ritter of shooting Dime Doe due to her gender identity, marking the first federal trial over a bias-motivated crime of that kind. The Department of Justice heavily relied on text message evidence to prove the hate crime element, with jurors finding it difficult to determine Ritter's motive. The messages revealed Ritter's fear of being exposed in his rural community and his manipulation of the victim, shedding light on the dangers faced by transgender individuals in relationships. The jury foreperson, Dee Elder, a transgender woman, emphasized the significance of transgender representation in the justice system and the real-world risks associated with dating for transgender women.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Jurors convicted Daqua Ritter of murdering transgender woman Dime Doe due to her gender identity, marking the first federal trial over a bias-motivated crime of that kind. The difficulty lay in proving the hate crime element, with the Department of Justice relying on evidence that Ritter feared ridicule if their relationship became public. Text messages, including deleted ones, were crucial in establishing Ritter's motives, showing that he was taking advantage of Doe and became nervous when she wanted to share their relationship with others. The jury foreperson, Dee Elder, a transgender woman, emphasized the significance of transgender representation in the justice system and the real-world dangers faced by transgender individuals in dating.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The Associated Press
Climate scientist Michael Mann's defamation lawsuit against two conservative writers who compared him to a convicted child molester for his work on global warming is now in the hands of a jury. The lawsuit stems from comments made 12 years ago that Mann claims affected his career and reputation. The writers argue they were expressing their opinions, while Mann's attorney contends they acted with malice. The trial comes amid ongoing divisiveness over climate change in the United States, with potential implications for free speech rights and the treatment of climate scientists.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by New York Daily News
Lizzo's sexual harassment lawsuit filed by former backup dancers is partially upheld, with some accusations dismissed but the suit allowed to proceed. The singer has requested a jury trial and plans to appeal the remaining claims. The dancers' attorney expressed satisfaction with the ruling and looks forward to preparing the case for trial, which includes allegations of sexual, religious, and racial discrimination, as well as sexual harassment. The lawsuit has sparked a flurry of backlash and similar allegations from others who have worked with Lizzo.
Originally Published 1 year ago — by USA TODAY
Jennifer Crumbley, the mother of a convicted mass shooter, is on trial for involuntary manslaughter in connection with her son's school shooting. Prosecutors argue that she and her husband knew about their son's alarming mental health issues and bought him the gun used in the shooting instead of getting him help. Legal experts believe the case could set a precedent for holding parents accountable for their children's violent actions, potentially impacting future cases involving parental responsibility for their children's access to firearms.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by CBS News
Jury selection is set to begin in the defamation lawsuit against Rudy Giuliani filed by two Georgia election workers, Ruby Freeman and Wandrea ArShaye "Shaye" Moss. They are seeking damages ranging from $15.5 million to $43 million for Giuliani's alleged false accusations of election fraud. U.S. District Judge Beryl Howell has already found Giuliani liable for defamation, intentional infliction of emotional distress, and civil conspiracy. The trial will determine the amount of damages to be awarded. Giuliani has also been ordered to reimburse the plaintiffs for attorneys' fees and costs.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by The New York Times
The penalty phase of the trial of Robert Bowers, who killed 11 worshipers in a Pittsburgh synagogue in 2018, begins this week. The jury will decide whether Bowers should be sentenced to death or spend the rest of his life in prison. The defense is expected to present evidence about Bowers's troubled background and mental health, including schizophrenia, epilepsy, and brain impairments. Bowers's lawyers have suggested that there are things in his life that make his culpability more complicated than it may seem. The trial is expected to last about six weeks.
Originally Published 2 years ago — by Yahoo News
Tesla is facing a new trial in San Francisco federal court to determine how much money it must pay to a Black elevator operator who was subjected to severe racial harassment while working at the company's flagship assembly plant. Last year, a judge reduced the $137 million verdict that the jury awarded to Owen Diaz to $15 million. Diaz's lawyers rejected the lower payout and opted for a new trial on damages. The trial is expected to last five days, and both sides are barred from presenting new evidence or calling new witnesses.