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Newton Families Take Legal Action to End Ongoing Teacher Strike and Restore Education for Students

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WOBURN, Mass. — Families in Newton, Massachusetts are seeking legal intervention to end the ongoing teachers’ strike that has led to seven consecutive school days of canceled classes. Lital Asher-Dotan, a mother of three Newton Public School students, filed a motion with the Middlesex Superior Court on Monday, arguing that the strike violates her children’s state constitutional right to a public education. Approximately 20 other families have also submitted letters supporting the motion. Although Massachusetts law prohibits teachers from striking, educators in five communities, including Brookline, Malden, Haverhill, Woburn, and Andover, have engaged in strikes … Read more

Former South Carolina Attorney Alex Murdaugh Denied New Murder Trial, Judge Rules

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Columbia, South Carolina – Alex Murdaugh, the former South Carolina attorney who was convicted last year of killing his wife and son, will not be granted a new murder trial, a judge ruled Monday. Murdaugh’s attorneys had requested a new trial, alleging that the court clerk tampered with the jury, but the judge, Jean Toal, stated that while the clerk made improper comments to the jury, they did not influence the verdict. The judge also expressed doubts about the credibility of the court clerk, Rebecca “Becky” Hill, suggesting that she may have been influenced by … Read more

From Pain to Progress: New Gun Violence Prevention Laws Set for Implementation on May 14th

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KALAMAZOO, Mich. – New gun violence prevention laws are set to take effect on May 14, aiming to address the rising concerns surrounding gun violence. State and national leaders recently gathered virtually, bringing together almost 1,000 participants, to discuss the implementation of these bills. The laws include provisions for safe storage, universal background checks, extreme risk protection orders, and a ban on firearm possession for individuals convicted of domestic violence. Supporters of the legislation emphasize the need for stronger measures to ensure public safety. During the virtual seminar, survivors shared their stories and expressed their … Read more

Trump Hit With $83.3 Million Defamation Award Amidst Ongoing Legal Battles

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New York City – A Manhattan jury awarded Elizabeth Jean Carroll $83.3 million in a defamation case against former President Donald J. Trump. This decision comes less than a year after another civil jury found that Trump had sexually assaulted Carroll 30 years ago. The previous verdict also included a $5 million award for defamation, which Trump has appealed. Carroll’s most recent victory pertains to defamatory statements made by Trump in 2019, when Carroll first revealed the assault in her memoir, as well as statements made after the 2023 decision. The focus of this trial … Read more