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Luigi Mangione's lawyer says he plans to waive extradition to New York
An attorney for accused UnitedHealthcare CEO shooter Luigi Mangione said he plans to waive extradition to New York City this week. CBS News New York reporter Ali Baumen has the latest.CBS News - 4h -
Trump lawyers ask for hush-money case conviction to be thrown out over jury’s ‘pervasive misconduct’
Attorneys say ‘grave juror misconduct’ in felony case involving payout to adult film star violated Trump’s rights. Donald Trump ’s lawyers are claiming that there was “grave juror misconduct” ...The Guardian - 12h -
U.S. asked to extradite accused mastermind of journalist's murder
Damaso Lopez Serrano — who is known as "Mini Lic" — is accused of ordering the 2017 killing of award-winning journalist Javier Valdez.CBS News - 17h -
Lawyer linked to RFK Jr. slams polio vaccine claims
An attorney advising Robert F. Kennedy Jr. criticized The New York Times and other media outlets for publishing a claim that the Trump ally wants to eradicate approval for the polio vaccine. ...The Hill - 1d -
Trump lawyers allege juror misconduct in New York criminal case
Heavy redactions obscured almost all information about the accusations themselves.CBS News - 1d -
Expert witness condemns claims by Lucy Letby’s lawyer
Dr Dewi Evans says allegations made by former nurse’s barrister are ‘unsubstantiated’ and ‘inaccurate’. A doctor has said claims he has changed his mind over the cause of death for three of Lucy ...The Guardian - 1d -
Warren asks for conflict-of-interest rules covering Musk
Sen. Elizabeth Warren (D-Mass.) is expressing her concerns about apparent conflicts of interest posed by Elon Musk serving as a top adviser in the new administration and asking for President-elect ...The Hill - 1d -
TikTok asks Supreme Court to block ban
TikTok is going to the U.S. Supreme Court in a last-ditch effort to block a federal law requiring the Chinese-owned app to either shut down or be sold to an American company by January 19. CBS News ...CBS News - 1d -
Jay-Z's lawyer says accuser's rape claim is 'provably, demonstrably false'
An attorney defending Jay-Z against a rape allegation says the unnamed accuser's account is “provably, demonstrably false.”ABC News - 1d -
Jay-Z Will Seek Dismissal of Assault Lawsuit His Lawyer Calls a ‘Sham’
The woman who accused him of raping her in 2000, when she was a minor, acknowledged to NBC that there were inconsistencies in her account, but stood by her claim.The New York Times - 2d -
Letby lawyers say expert has changed his mind on three deaths
The nurse was convicted of the murders of seven babies and the attempted murder of seven more.BBC News - 2d -
Lawyer for convicted British killer nurse says new evidence is grounds for appeal
A lawyer for convicted British killer nurse Lucy Letby says he plans to ask an appeals court to re-examine her convictions after the prosecution’s leading expert changed his opinion on how three ...ABC News - 2d -
Letby’s Lawyers Seek Appeal After Lead Expert ‘Changed Mind’ on Murders
Lawyers for Lucy Letby, a British nurse found guilty of murdering seven babies, said that the prosecution’s expert witness was not reliable after he changed his mind about why three infants died.The New York Times - 2d -
RFK Jr.’s Lawyer Has Asked the FDA to Revoke Polio Vaccine Approval
Aaron Siri, who specializes in vaccine lawsuits, has been at Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s side reviewing candidates for top jobs at the Department of Health and Human Services.The New York Times - 3d -
Friend with benefits? Ask Prince Andrew | Alison Phillips
Only the disgraced prince would be daft enough to invite an alleged spy for China to his 60th birthday party . Here’s a festive quiz for all the family.. Is Prince Andrew: Continue reading...The Guardian - 4d -
RFK Jr.'s lawyer and top ally asked FDA to revoke approval of polio vaccine
Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s personal attorney previously lobbied the Food and Drug Administration to revoke approval of the polio vaccine.ABC News - 5d -
Georgia judge denies former Trump lawyer's motion to overturn guilty plea
Former Trump campaign campaign lawyer Kenneth Chesebro tried to have his guilty plea in the Fulton County election interference case invalidated.CBS News - 5d -
Georgia judge rejects Trump campaign lawyer attempt to invalidate guilty plea
The Georgia judge overseeing the state's election interference case against President-elect Trump and several allies on Friday rejected ex-Trump lawyer Kenneth Chesebro's attempt to invalidate his ...The Hill - 5d -
Lawyer of suspect in healthcare exec killing explains client’s outburst at jail
Thomas Dickey said Luigi Mangione was irritated about his treatment and lack of representation but is calmer now . Luigi Mangione, the 26-year-old suspect in the New York murder of ...The Guardian - 6d -
Diddy could face 300 potential legal cases, lawyer tells BBC
US lawyer Tony Buzbee says he still receives daily calls with new allegations about the music mogul.BBC News - Dec. 11 -
Suspect in CEO shooting to plead not guilty and fight extradition, lawyer says
Suspect shouted outside court before hearing where he was denied bail . The suspect in the shooting death of the UnitedHealthcare CEO, Brian Thompson , shouted: “This is completely out of touch ...The Guardian - Dec. 10 -
Accused killer asked 'how to get away with murder'
A criminology student asked tutors about murders before stabbing a woman to death, a court hears.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Ex-lawyer spared jail over false Iraq War claims
He was given a two-year suspended sentence over false claims of abuse made against UK troops in Iraq.BBC News - Dec. 10 -
Europe Asks: Is It Time for Syria's Refugees to Go Home?
While governments urge caution, calls are rising across Europe for Syrians who fled the Assad regime to return.The Wall Street Journal - Dec. 10 -
North America Innovative Lawyers
The FT Top 35 law firms and the people, strategies and breakthroughs that will sustain them in an era of upheaval. Plus: generative AI disputes over copyright; the Supreme Court and the regulators; ...Financial Times - Dec. 10 -
Pro bono lawyers braced for impact of Trump’s second term
Law firms are preparing for radical changes in policy in contentious areas of civil rightsFinancial Times - Dec. 10 -
Jay-Z’s lawyer asks judge to deny sexual assault accuser’s request to remain anonymous
A lawyer for Shawn Carter, the hip-hop mogul known as Jay-Z, asked a judge Monday to deny a request from the woman who has accused Carter of raping her in 2000 when she was a 13-year-old girl, ...NBC News - Dec. 9 -
TikTok asks for emergency pause to looming US ban
The app says the Supreme Court - and incoming Trump administration - needs more time to consider the case.BBC News - Dec. 9 -
US companies lawyer up in preparation for Trump’s trade wars
Legal and accounting firms expect a fee bonanza from efforts to avoid expected tariffs and export controlsFinancial Times - Dec. 9 -
Quarry developer asks council to pay appeal costs
A firm is hoping to claim money from the local council ahead of a planning decision on an airfield.Yahoo Sports - Dec. 7 -
Special Education Services With a Catch: Parents Are Asked Not to Sue
New York City school officials want families seeking such services to waive their right to sue the Education Department in exchange for receiving them.The New York Times - Dec. 7 -
Lawyers say they suspect Harvey Weinstein has been deliberately mistreated in prison
According to Weinstein’s legal team, the disgraced movie producer has faced egregious conditions while jailed. Harvey Weinstein’s lawyers are afraid he will die during his incarceration at Rikers ...The Guardian - Dec. 6 -
Pete Hegseth's lawyer threatens extortion lawsuit against accuser
Pete Hegseth's lawyer threatened an extortion lawsuit against his client's sexual assault accuser if Hegseth is not confirmed as secretary of Defense. Tim Parlatore told CNN that the woman who has ...The Hill - Dec. 6 -
Ask a stylist: finding the forever party piece
From the classic tux to a dramatic frock that shouts ‘festive’ — how to choose the looks you’ll wear and wearFinancial Times - Dec. 6 -
Trump's lawyers move to dismiss Georgia election interference case
Attorneys for President-elect Donald Trump asked a Georgia appeals court Wednesday to dismiss the Fulton County racketeering case against him because a "sitting president is completely immune from ...NBC News - Dec. 4 -
Trump asks Whatley to return as RNC chair
President-elect Trump said Wednesday that he asked Michael Whatley to stay on for another term as chairman of the Republican National Committee (RNC) following the party's successful 2024 election ...The Hill - Dec. 4 -
Iran releases Nobel peace laureate Mohammadi on medical leave, says lawyer
Temporary release is inadequate, activist’s family and supporters say, urging her unconditional release. Iran has released the Nobel peace laureate Narges Mohammadi, jailed since November 2021, for ...The Guardian - Dec. 4 -
England’s chief prosecutor warns lawyers’ pay may be adding to court delays
Head of Crown Prosecution Service Stephen Parkinson calls for reviewFinancial Times - Dec. 3 -
Mourinho asks media to let him 'work in peace'
Fenerbahce coach Jose Mourinho believes he doesn't get enough credit for his team's winning run from the local media and wants to "work in peace."ESPN - Dec. 3 -
Harvey Weinstein taken back to hospital, lawyer says
Harvey Weinstein has been hospitalized for "emergent treatment due to an alarming blood test result that requires immediate medical attention," his attorney said.ABC News - Dec. 2
