Adopted

Lawyer Claims Bevins Prioritized Profit Over Protection in Case Involving Adopted Son

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Frankfort, Kentucky — A lawyer representing the adopted son of former Governor Matt Bevin asserts that his client is seeking accountability not for protection, but for suffering caused by Bevin. The claims came as the legal team continues to push for damages related to the alleged misconduct during Bevin’s tenure as governor. The controversy centers on allegations that Bevin’s administration fostered an environment rife with intimidation and fear. Advocates for the former governor’s son argue that the pain suffered by the adopted son was a result of a hostile environment rather than any measure of … Read more

Trial Begins for Former Model Foster Parent Accused of Decade-Long Abuse of Adopted Children

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CASPER, Wyo. – In a disturbing court case unveiling layers of alleged abuse, Steven Randall Marler, an erstwhile award-winning foster parent, now faces multiple counts of sexual abuse of minors, in addition to charges of battery and child endangerment. The trial, currently underway in Natrona County District Court, has gripped local attention due to the gravity of the accusations spanning over a decade, from November 2012 to June 2022. On Tuesday, the court was presented with troubling evidence from the Marler home located on Casper Mountain, including a video depicting a naked boy with visible … Read more

Landmark International Treaty Adopted to Shield Lawyers from Harassment and Attacks

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Strasbourg, France – In a landmark move, the Council of Europe has adopted the first-ever international treaty dedicated to safeguarding the profession of lawyers. The treaty emerges in response to growing concerns over harassment, threats, and interference in the legal practice, addressing an urgent need to enhance lawyers’ security and their capability to perform duties without obstruction. Lawyers are central to maintaining the rule of law and ensuring equitable access to justice. They are instrumental in addressing potential human rights violations, making their protection integral to the confidence the public holds in the justice system. … Read more

Georgia Judge Strikes Down Newly Adopted Election Regulations Initiated by Pro-Trump Board

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Atlanta, GA — A Georgia judge has issued an injunction halting a series of controversial electoral rules enacted by a board largely composed of pro-Trump appointees. The injunction casts substantial doubts over the rules aimed at limiting voting methods that critics argue would suppress voter turnout. The blocked rules include restrictions on absentee ballot drop boxes and a stipulation that voters must provide increased identification for mail-in voting. The decision comes after a group advocating for voter rights challenged the rules, arguing they disproportionately affected urban voters and minorities. The election board, appointed during the … Read more