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Hennepin County Attorney Implements New Disclosure Policy to Ensure Fair Court Proceedings

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MINNEAPOLIS, Minnesota – Hennepin County Attorney Mary Moriarty has implemented new requirements for police departments in her jurisdiction to disclose officers’ histories of misconduct. The move aims to promote fairness in court proceedings for criminal defendants. The disclosure of critical findings related to officers’ truthfulness, bias, excessive force, improper search and seizure, or abuse of authority will now be mandatory. Additionally, police departments must notify the courts if officers have failed to adhere to proper protocols in collecting evidence, obtaining statements, or analyzing forensic evidence. Moriarty, who assumed her position last year, consulted with police … Read more

College Student Rejects Judge’s Decision to Cut $110 Million Malpractice Case Award, Seeks New Trial

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St. Cloud, Minnesota – A college student from St. Cloud State University is seeking a new trial after a federal judge reduced his jury award from $110 million to $10 million in a landmark medical malpractice case. Anuj Thapa, the plaintiff, rejected the judge’s decision and will pursue another trial. Last year, a Minneapolis federal jury awarded Thapa $111.3 million in damages, including $110 million for pain and suffering, in what was the largest award of its kind in Minnesota. However, the presiding judge, Tony Leung, deemed the amount “shockingly excessive” and ordered Thapa to … Read more

Navigating Personal Injury Laws in Florida: Everything You Need to Know to File a Successful Lawsuit

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Orlando, Florida – When filing a personal injury lawsuit in Florida, it is crucial to understand the state’s rules and regulations to navigate the legal system effectively. Florida has strict limits, known as the statute of limitations, on the timeframe victims have to take legal action after suffering harm due to the negligent or reckless actions of another. Personal injury cases must be filed no more than four years after the incident that caused the harm. It’s important to note that the statute of limitations deadline is for filing the lawsuit itself, as some cases … Read more

Groundbreaking Decision: Judge Grants Lawsuit Against Snapchat Over Fentanyl Overdoses

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — A judge in Los Angeles ruled that a lawsuit against Snapchat over fentanyl overdose deaths can proceed. The parents of three young men who died from fentanyl overdoses sued the social media app, alleging that it failed to warn users about the dangers of buying illegal drugs on its platform. The lawsuit claims that Snapchat, which allows users to send messages that disappear after being viewed, facilitated the sale of drugs by providing a platform where dealers can connect with buyers. The parents argue that Snapchat should be held accountable for … Read more