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Beloved South Bend Attorney Retires After 40-Year Career, Plans to Travel, Write, and Continue Helping Others

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South Bend, Indiana – After a remarkable 40-year career, prominent South Bend attorney Doug Small, a member of Foley & Small, has decided to retire. Reflecting on his longstanding journey, Small expressed gratitude for the opportunity to work with wonderful colleagues and clients, adding that it was a privilege to assist a diverse range of individuals over the years. Born in Knox, Indiana, Small attended Indiana University for both his undergraduate and law degrees, ultimately passing the bar in 1983. He initially launched his legal career at Barnes & Thornburg in South Bend before co-founding … Read more

Shocking Video Reveals Repeat Probation for Man Who Assaulted Las Vegas Judge, Including One by the Same Judge

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Las Vegas, Nevada – A man who was captured on video attacking a judge in Las Vegas has been granted probation multiple times, including once by the same judge. The incident, which has sparked outrage and raised questions about the effectiveness of the criminal justice system, occurred in a courtroom and was caught on camera. The video shows the defendant, whose identity has not been disclosed, physically assaulting the judge after a hearing. The judge, visibly shaken and injured, was quickly assisted by court personnel. This shocking incident has reignited discussions about courtroom security and … Read more

Injustice Underway: Texas Family’s Battle Against Land Flooding Heads to U.S. Supreme Court, Could Impact Constitutional Rights

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WINNIE, Texas — A long-standing battle over property rights in Southeast Texas has reached the U.S. Supreme Court. On January 16, 2024, Richie Devillier and his legal team will make their way to Washington to present their case. Devillier, a resident of Winnie, asserts that the rebuilding of I-10 has caused significant issues on his family’s land, which has been in their possession for four generations. According to Devillier, his family never had any problems with flooding until the Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) began the reconstruction of I-10. He claims that 900 acres of … Read more

Local Man Accused of Fatally Shooting Tow Truck Driver Will Face Grand Jury

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MADISON CO., Ala. – A judge in Madison County, Alabama, has decided that the case of a man accused of fatally shooting a tow truck driver will be presented to a grand jury. The accused, Warren Siao, was charged with murder after the body of 38-year-old Jayson was discovered outside his residence by Madison County Deputies. During a preliminary hearing on Wednesday, Siao appeared before Judge Donald Rizzardi. Detective Joshua Mosely from Madison County testified, shedding light on the events surrounding the shooting. Mosely revealed that Siao claimed to have been in bed when his … Read more