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Los Angeles to Elect Five Superior Court Judges Amid Calls for Diversity and Reform

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Los Angeles, CA — This November, Los Angeles voters will take to the polls to elect five judges to the Los Angeles Superior Court, selecting from a field of ten candidates who advanced from the March primary elections. The judges elected will serve six-year terms in offices numbered 39, 48, 97, 135, and 137. These elections are critical as Superior Court judges handle a wide range of legal matters including criminal, civil, and family cases. Campaigns for Superior Court positions tend to be less visible than those for other offices, due to fewer resources and … Read more

Battle of Art and Authority: West Virginia Capitol Mural Conflict Escalates into Courtroom Drama

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Charleston, W.Va. — A mural project within the historic State Capitol Building in West Virginia has sparked legal action, prompting discussions surrounding the intersection of public art, political influence, and historical legacy. Amidst political tumult, the West Virginia Department of Arts, Culture and History faces a lawsuit that aims to halt the installation of murals, commissioned to John Canning and Co., a Connecticut-based company. The controversy primarily involves objections to the artistic content and the manner the artists were chosen. Attorney Michael Hissam, representing the West Virginia Department Department of Arts, Culture and History, filed … Read more

Ohio Jury Awards $2 Million in Medical Malpractice Case After Patient’s Death Post-Surgery

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Cincinnati, Ohio – A jury in Hamilton County awarded over $2 million to the family of Judy Helen Collins, who tragically died following complications from a surgical procedure. The decision came after accusations of medical malpractice against the performing surgeon, Dr. Robert Bradley, though his colleague, radiologist Dr. Sean A. Litherland, was cleared of any wrongdoing in the case. The legal proceedings stem from events that unfolded in September 2019 when the 73-year-old Collins underwent surgery to correct a hiatal hernia. Post-operation complications led to severe consequences, culminating in her death on November 28, just … Read more

South Carolina Law Enforcement Warns Against ‘Ballot Selfies’ in Upcoming Election

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Laurens County, South Carolina – As voters prepare for the General Election on Tuesday, Nov. 5, the South Carolina Law Enforcement Division (SLED) issued a reminder that capturing images within the voting booth, especially of the ballot, is strictly prohibited. This refers to what many call a “ballot selfie.” Local law enforcement officials are actively raising awareness about the legal repercussions that might follow if these regulations are ignored. SLED has clarified that photographs of a marked ballot or taking any photographic device into the election booth can lead to legal consequences. These actions contravene … Read more