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  • R. Kelly Petitions Supreme Court to Overturn Federal Sex Convictions

    On July 30, 2024, R. Kelly, the convicted recording artist, submitted a petition to the Supreme Court seeking to overturn his federal convictions for sex crimes. Kelly’s attorney, Jennifer Bonjean, contends that the convictions from his Chicago trial—specifically for possession of child pornography and enticing minors to engage in sexual activity—should be vacated due to…

  • Justice Jackson Warns of ‘Tsunami of Lawsuits’ After SCOTUS Rules For North Dakota Truck Stop

    The U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling could trigger a surge of legal challenges against longstanding regulations, according to Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson. In a 6-3 decision, the court ruled that North Dakota truck stop Corner Post could sue the Federal Reserve over a 2011 credit card swipe fee regulation. Justice Jackson, in her dissent, warned…

  • It’s Not Over For Harvey Weinstein! New Allegations May Lead To New Indictment

    Manhattan prosecutors informed a judge on Wednesday, May 29, 2024, that they are assessing new claims of sexual misconduct against Harvey Weinstein and may seek a new indictment before his retrial on rape and sexual assault charges. As reported by AP, during a court hearing, Assistant District Attorney Nicole Blumberg stated that additional individuals have…

  • See The Interesting Reason Diddy Has Filed To Dismiss The Claims Of Sexual Assault Brought Against Him

    Sean “Diddy” Combs’ legal team has taken a bold step in response to the sexual assault lawsuit brought against him by Joi Dickerson-Neal. On April 26, a motion was filed seeking the dismissal of certain claims in the lawsuit, citing an interesting reason: the laws against them did not exist at the time of the…

  • Universal Music Hit With Copyright Lawsuit Over Mary J. Blige’s Song “Real Love”

    Universal Music Group (UMG) finds itself in legal hot water as Tuff City Records files a lawsuit alleging copyright infringement over a sampled track in Mary J. Blige’s 1992 hit “Real Love.” The complaint, filed in Manhattan federal court, contends that the song contains an uncleared sample from the 1973 funk song “Impeach the President”…

  • Victims of Catholic Nun Abuse Seek Justice, Say They’ve Been Overlooked

    Amidst the ongoing clergy sex abuse crisis, a lesser-known group of survivors is finding solidarity and support in an online forum dedicated to those who have suffered sexual abuse at the hands of Catholic nuns. Gathering weekly over Zoom, members of the support group share their experiences and provide mutual encouragement. Founded by Mary Dispenza,…

  • Diddy Says Woman Suing Him For Alleged Gang Rape After Many Years Violates His Rights Because Crucial All Evidence May Be Lost

    Sean “Diddy” Combs has vehemently denied allegations of rape made against him by a woman identified only as Jane Doe, stating that the lawsuit filed against him infringes upon his constitutional rights due to the potential loss of crucial evidence after over 20 years. In a legal response filed in the Southern District of New…