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New Laws Take Effect Sunday, Offering Maryland Child Sex Abuse Victims a Fairer Chance for Justice

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ANNAPOLIS, Md. — The arrival of October brings significant changes to Maryland’s legal landscape for survivors of child sexual abuse. A new state law enacted this month provides victims with an extended window to file lawsuits, marking a pivotal shift in their access to justice. Under this legislation, individuals previously prohibited from taking legal action due to criminal statutes of limitations will now have until the end of 2023 to bring their cases forward. This revised timeline applies retroactively, enabling survivors to reclaim their voices and seek accountability from their perpetrators, regardless of when the … Read more

New Haven Jury Awards $1M After Strategic Use of Motions in Limine

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NEW HAVEN, Conn. — A jury in New Haven awarded $1 million to a plaintiff after a trial that spotlighted the significance of motions in limine, which are used to exclude certain evidence from being presented during a trial. This legal maneuvering proved pivotal in shaping the case. The ruling came after a contentious legal battle where the plaintiff contended that critical pieces of evidence should not have been disclosed to jurors. Motions in limine are not uncommon in civil litigation, as they help set the boundaries of what information can influence a jury’s decision. … Read more

Karoline Leavitt Takes Aim at Judges Over Trump’s Tariffs, Faces Backlash from Former White House Counsel

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Washington, D.C. — Karoline Leavitt, a press secretary in the Trump administration, criticized judges who halted the former president’s tariffs, prompting backlash from a former White House attorney who questioned her credibility. During a briefing on Thursday, Leavitt condemned the actions of the judges at the Court of International Trade, who recently blocked Trump’s tariff orders. The rulings had been appealed by Trump’s legal team to the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit in Washington, D.C. Leavitt asserted that judicial intervention undermines the president’s authority, stating, “The courts should have no role here.” … Read more

Ohtani Shines Again: Dodgers Overcome Early Deficit to Top Yankees 8-5 in Thrilling World Series Rematch

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LOS ANGELES — Shohei Ohtani showcased his power at the plate, smashing two home runs as the Los Angeles Dodgers defeated the New York Yankees 8-5 in a rematch of last year’s World Series on a lively Friday night. In a thrilling display, both Ohtani and Yankees captain Aaron Judge, the two reigning MVPs, made history by hitting home runs in the first inning. Judge launched a 446-foot drive off Dodgers pitcher Tony Gonsolin, marking his 19th home run of the season, while Ohtani responded with a 417-foot shot off Max Fried on the very … Read more