Anthropic accelerates IPO plans amid AI industry race with OpenAI
Originally Published 1 month ago — by Financial Times
Anthropic is hiring IPO lawyers as it accelerates its plans to go public, aiming to compete with OpenAI in the AI industry.
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Israeli Political and Legal Scandals Unfold Amid Controversies
Originally Published 2 months ago — by The Economist
The legal branch of the Israel Defence Forces is investigating numerous allegations of crimes by Israeli troops during the Gaza war, but only a few charges have been filed. Major General Yifat Tomer-Yerushalmi, who oversaw these investigations, resigned and was subsequently arrested, highlighting ongoing tensions between Israel's politicians and its military legal system.
Trump's Tylenol Warnings Spark Autism Concerns and Legal Debate
Originally Published 3 months ago — by Financial Times
Lawyers are citing a warning from Trump about autism to support efforts to revive lawsuits against Tylenol, suggesting a legal strategy linking the drug to autism concerns.
Diddy’s Attorneys Argue He Has Served Enough Time Before Sentencing
Originally Published 3 months ago — by PBS
Lawyers for Sean 'Diddy' Combs have urged a New York judge to sentence him to no more than 14 months in prison, arguing he has served enough time and highlighting the damage to his career and family. Combs, convicted on two Mann Act charges, faces sentencing on October 3, with prosecutors seeking a longer sentence. His lawyers emphasize his rehabilitation and the harsh conditions of his incarceration, while also noting his efforts to teach fellow inmates and his changed outlook.
Kate Gosselin Returns to Nursing Amid Financial Struggles and Family Updates
Originally Published 4 months ago — by USA Today
Kate Gosselin returned to nursing to support her children's education and cover legal expenses, expressing pride in her achievements and a desire to help families despite financial and personal challenges.
Justice Dept. Lawyers Pass Time with Puzzles and Streaming
Originally Published 7 months ago — by CBS News
The article exposes the treatment of veteran lawyers at the Justice Department, who are being sidelined into a 'rubber room' with menial tasks and idle time, as part of political retaliation and upheaval following the change in administration, raising concerns about the treatment of civil servants and the impact on government readiness.
MLBPA and NFLPA Under FBI Investigation Over Business Partnerships
Originally Published 7 months ago — by The New York Times
In response to a federal probe into potential misuse of licensing funds, MLBPA head Tony Clark and the union have hired separate legal counsel, with investigations also involving the NFLPA and their joint venture OneTeam Partners, amid concerns over improper equity distribution and union governance.
Rudy Giuliani's Courtroom Outburst Over Unpaid Bills Leads to Legal Turmoil
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Rudy Giuliani, former New York City mayor and attorney for Donald Trump, is facing significant legal challenges as he loses his legal representation and exhibits frustration in court. This development is part of ongoing legal and financial troubles for Giuliani, who has been embroiled in various lawsuits and investigations related to his actions during and after the 2020 presidential election.
Immigration Advocates Gear Up for Legal Challenges Under Trump
Originally Published 1 year ago — by The New York Times
Immigration lawyers are gearing up for another legal confrontation with former President Donald Trump, as they prepare to challenge his policies in court once more.
Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck: Relationship Turmoil and Public Appearances
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Yahoo Entertainment
Amid rumors of a split with Ben Affleck, Jennifer Lopez is reportedly preparing for a potential divorce by meeting with lawyers and hiring a crisis PR team to manage the situation and protect her interests.
"Bryan Kohberger's Lawyers Present Alibi for Idaho College Murders"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by ABC News
Lawyers for Bryan Kohberger, the former Ph.D. student accused of murdering four University of Idaho students, have filed documents outlining an alibi using cell-tower data to prove he was not near the crime scene at the time of the murders.
"O.J. Simpson's Estate Targeted for $100 Million Wrongful Death Case Debt"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by NBC Sports
Lawyers are targeting O.J. Simpson's estate to collect over $100 million in debt from a wrongful death case, with interest, after he was acquitted of double murder but found liable in a civil trial. Despite only paying a small fraction of the amount due, his NFL pension is exempt from collection, leaving the families of the victims seeking justice through potential assets in his estate.
"Judge Recommends Disbarment for Trump Attorney John Eastman Over Election Efforts"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Forbes
A California state judge recommended disbarment for attorney John Eastman for his role in attempting to block the certification of the 2020 election results, adding to a list of lawyers facing consequences for their work with former President Donald Trump. Other lawyers, including Jenna Ellis, Sidney Powell, Rudy Giuliani, Jeffrey Clark, and others, are also facing disciplinary actions, criminal charges, defamation lawsuits, and financial penalties for their post-election efforts. Trump and his allies filed numerous court cases seeking to change the election outcome, resulting in legal entanglements for Trump, including lawsuits over the January 6 riot and civil fraud cases.
"Legal Reckonings: Trump Allies Face Professional Consequences After 2020 Election"
Originally Published 1 year ago — by CNN
Lawyers who assisted Donald Trump in his efforts to overturn the 2020 election are facing professional reckonings, with several potentially losing their law licenses. John Eastman and Jeffrey Clark, among others, are in the midst of attorney discipline cases, with Eastman's fate expected to be decided soon. Clark's trial has begun, focusing on his attempts to use the Justice Department to bolster Trump's election fraud claims, despite lacking evidence. The fallout highlights ongoing scrutiny of attorneys for Trump, with potential disbarment and criminal charges looming for some.
Legal Team Seeks $5-6 Billion in Tesla Stocks from Elon Musk Compensation Case
Originally Published 1 year ago — by Electrek
The lawyers who successfully challenged Elon Musk and Tesla's CEO compensation plan are seeking over $5 billion in Tesla stocks as their compensation. The court found that Tesla's board misrepresented Musk's compensation package and invalidated the vote on the plan. The lawyers argue that their requested fee is justified as it is linked to the benefit created and won't impact Tesla's balance sheet. Elon Musk criticized the lawyers' demand, calling it "criminal." While the lawyers' request is seen as excessive, it highlights the governance issues at Tesla, and the court's decision could lead to positive outcomes such as addressing governance issues and a re-vote on the compensation plan.