Defense Seeks Exclusion of Testimony in Dewey & LeBoeuf Case
Summary: Prosecutors and defense attorneys in the Dewey & LeBoeuf trial argue whether certain witness testimony should be admissible. According…
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Judge Accused of Racial Abuse Indicted
Summary: A Madison County, Mississippi judge accused of assaulting and yelling a racial slur at a man at a flea…
A Chinese Lawyer’s Path to Creation of the World’s Largest Law Firm
Summary: Peng Xuefeng’s journey began with cycling around Beijing to help his clients. Now, he will manage one of the…
Judge Stops Obama’s Executive Actions on Immigration
Summary: A federal court judge has issued a ruling that has brought Obama’s immigration measures to a standstill while the…
Citizens of Washington D.C. Nervously Await Marijuana Legalization
Summary: Both law enforcement and citizens of Washington, D.C. are unsure how new marijuana laws will be enforced. According to…
Axiom Legal May Change the Banking Industry
Summary: Axiom Legal, which provides a multi-shore, technology-enabled management service for its clients, may change the face of the financial industry.…
Court Rules Against Teacher with Phobia of Children
Summary: A woman filed a breach of contract claim against a school district, arguing that she should be allowed to…
Woman Arrested after Offering to Wed Same-Sex Couple
Summary: An Alabama woman was arrested after she offered to officiate the marriage of a same-sex couple that had just…
Lawyers of Accused Terrorists Demand First Class Airline Tickets
Summary: Defense attorneys for accused al-Shabaab terrorists have demanded first class tickets for an upcoming trip to Africa for a deposition. It’s…
Judge Dismisses Case after Violent Outburst in Court
Summary: A judge threw out the case of a soap opera actress when she brought too much drama into the…
Must Businesses and Public Entities Provide Same-Sex Wedding Services?
Summary: As the debate on same-sex marriage continues, many ponder whether wedding vendors must provide their services to same-sex couples.…
Canada Will Legalize Doctor Assisted Suicide
Summary: The Supreme Court of Canada has ruled that physician-assisted suicide will be legalized, bringing both praise and criticism from…