George Nyavor
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In a significant legal development, a Colorado woman, Ruby Johnson, has secured a monumental victory in her lawsuit against two police officers following a wrongful SWAT team raid on her home. The jury’s verdict, amounting to $3.76 million, marks a crucial milestone in holding law enforcement accountable for violations of state constitutional rights. The verdict,…
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The Kentucky Senate has made a significant decision, voting in favor of granting the right to collect child support during pregnancy. The bill, known as Senate Bill 110, secured a decisive victory with a 36-2 vote, as reported by @ABCNews. Under this proposed legislation, parents would be allowed to retroactively seek child support payments for…
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Stafford County investigators made a significant breakthrough in two decades-old murder cases, leading to the arrest of a suspect through DNA forensics advancements. Elroy Harrison, 65, was apprehended on Tuesday , March 5, 2024, after being indicted on charges related to the murders of Jacqueline Lard in 1986 and Amy Baker in 1989. Harrison faces…
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On this day, March 6, we commemorate a pivotal moment in American history: the infamous ruling of Dred Scott v. Sandford in 1857. It was a legal battle that began as a quest for freedom but ended up shaping the course of the nation’s future. In 1846, Dred Scott, an enslaved Black man, and his…
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Chyvette Valentine, a former romantic partner of basketball legend Scottie Pippen, has initiated legal action against him, his brother Carl Pippen, and his ex-wife Larsa Pippen, alleging harassment and stalking. The lawsuit, filed in the Circuit Court of Cook County, Illinois, seeks a staggering $250 million in damages. According to reports by the Daily Mail,…
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In a heartwarming tale of triumph over adversity, Albany, Georgia native Ray Curtis Petty Jr. has etched his name in his family’s history books by becoming its first lawyer. A viral video capturing his mother’s emotional reaction to his achievement has garnered widespread attention online, shedding light on Ray’s remarkable journey. Ray’s path to success…
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Peter Thomas, known for his ventures in the hospitality industry, has found himself in legal turmoil as court documents reveal a staggering $9 million default judgment against his now-shuttered Miami restaurant, Bar One Miami Beach, and his failed nightclub project, 1 Society. Late last year, Bar One Miami Beach ceased operations due to unpaid rent,…
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In a shocking turn of events, an Oregon father has surrendered to authorities following allegations of drugging three 12-year-old girls during a sleepover hosted by his daughter. The disturbing incident unfolded last August in Lake Oswego, Oregon, as reported by Oregon Live. The evening took a sinister turn when the father, identified as 57-year-old Michael…
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Despite his efforts to avoid personal attendance, rap icon Eminem has been denied a protection order by a court judge, mandating his presence in the ongoing trademark lawsuit against reality stars Gizelle Bryant and Robyn Dixon. The legal battle revolves around Eminem’s opposition to Bryant and Dixon trademarking their podcast name, “Reasonably Shady,” which he…
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In a world where female lawyers make up 38% of the legal workforce, it can be tempting to dwell on the long road ahead in achieving equal footing for women in the legal profession. While continuing along this road to equity in representation between women and men in law, we must remember that the foundations…
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