Renowned civil rights attorney Ben Crump is speaking out about the exoneration of Robert Johnson, a man who spent nearly 30 years behind bars for a crime he maintains he did not commit. In a statement on Instagram, Crump highlighted the injustice of Johnson’s wrongful conviction, writing: “After nearly 30 years in prison for a…
The legal profession is home to some of the most brilliant minds in the country, individuals whose expertise shapes policies, influences corporate governance, and defends fundamental rights. Using criteria from Forbes and Best Lawyers—factoring in influence, legal victories, peer recognition, and career achievements—this list highlights ten attorneys making a significant impact in their respective fields.…
DoorDash has agreed to pay $16.75 million to settle allegations by New York State Attorney General Letitia James that the company engaged in deceptive pay practices from 2017 to 2019. The settlement, announced in a statement from James’ office, could result in payments to more than 63,000 affected workers. Allegations of Tip Misuse The lawsuit…
New York City Mayor Eric Adams is facing an indefinite delay in his federal corruption trial, but the case against him is far from over. On Friday, February 21, 2025, U.S. District Judge Dale Ho adjourned the trial—originally scheduled for April—while considering whether to dismiss the charges entirely. The judge instead appointing an outside lawyer…
The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) has formally requested a federal court in Texas to lift a temporary injunction on its lawsuit against SpaceX. The lawsuit accuses the Elon Musk-led aerospace company SpaceX of discriminating against immigrant job applicants. The DOJ’s motion, filed Thursday, February 20, 2025, seeks to end the year-long pause on the…
Hollywood legend Nicolas Cage is facing a shocking lawsuit from his ex-partner, Christina Fulton, who accuses the actor of enabling their son Weston Coppola Cage’s violent behavior, which she says led to a brutal assault against her. Fulton, 57, claims she was viciously attacked by Weston in April 2023 inside his Los Angeles condo building,…
Houston attorney Tony Buzbee, known for his aggressive litigation style and high-profile cases, has been barred from practicing law in the Southern District of New York. The decision follows his involvement in a controversial lawsuit against music moguls Jay-Z and Sean “Diddy” Combs, which he abruptly dismissed with prejudice. Lawsuit Against Jay-Z and Diddy Ends…