Legal representation
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In a forceful and highly animated 73-page opinion, U.S. District Judge Richard J. Leon has struck down a recent executive order signed by President Donald Trump targeting the Los Angeles-based law firm WilmerHale, declaring it unconstitutional “in its entirety.” Judge Leon, a George W. Bush appointee, rebuked Trump’s March 27 executive action titled “Addressing Risks…
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A U.S. federal court on Friday, May 23, issued a permanent injunction against an executive order issued by President Donald Trump that targeted the prominent law firm Jenner & Block LLP, ruling that the order violated the First Amendment by engaging in viewpoint discrimination. Judge John D. Bates of the U.S. District Court for the…
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Independent digital artist and social media personality Jerrilyn Lake, known online as @indeskribeabull, has announced she is seeking legal representation in connection with what she claims is a $25,000 unpaid balance from Meta Platforms, Inc. related to the company’s now-defunct Threads bonus program. In a video posted to Instagram, Lake alleges that despite earning approximately…
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A new app is poised to make a significant impact on the intersection of law enforcement and legal representation. The Live Lawyer App, developed by Paulina Bryan, aims to provide immediate access to legal assistance during police encounters, potentially saving lives and easing the anxieties faced by individuals when stopped by law enforcement. Bryan, a…
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Attorney Tiffany M. Simmons has established herself as a powerhouse in the legal arena, boasting an impeccable record of never losing a trial in her 15-year career. A graduate of Florida A&M University, Simmons has built a formidable reputation in both civil and criminal defense, securing victories for her clients in every case she has…
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Remember last week when we reported about Kelly Rowland’s unpleasant encounter with a security guard at the Cannes Film Festival? Well, it turns out that the same guard is now being sued by Miss Europe 2023, Sawa Pontyjska, for harassment. According to BBC News, the incident occurred during the premiere of the French film “Marcello…
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Shilo Sanders, son of Colorado head coach Deion Sanders, is under increased scrutiny as inquiries into his income have emerged subsequent to his bankruptcy filing in late 2023. The bankruptcy filing came in the wake of an $11.8 million judgment against him stemming from an assault case. Sanders had lost a civil lawsuit in 2022…
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According to Pew research, in approximately 3 out of 4 civil cases in America, at least one side will not have legal representation. In cases where an individual is up against an institution, the institution secures legal representation while the individual does not – almost 90% of the time. Facing countless barriers to justice, from poverty…
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In response to recent controversies surrounding the burial of loved ones in unmarked graves without proper notification, the Department of Justice (DOJ) has announced its intervention to revamp next-of-kin death notifications in Mississippi. The assistance will be provided to the Jackson Police Department and Hinds County Coroner’s Office under Title VI of the Civil Rights…
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Maine’s ongoing struggle to provide adequate legal representation for indigent residents has faced another setback as a proposed settlement to improve the state’s public defender system was rejected by a judge. In a recent ruling, Justice Michaela Murphy declined to approve a second proposed settlement aimed at addressing the deficiencies in Maine’s system for providing…
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