Ex-Ringling Football Coach Faces Trial Over Abuse Allegations, Racial Slurs Against Students

Ringling, OK — Former Ringling High School football coach Phillip Koons is set to appear in court again on Feb. 10, facing allegations of verbal abuse and racial slurs against his student athletes. Koons, who faces a misdemeanor charge of outraging public decency, previously entered a no-contest plea which he later withdrew. The case has ignited significant controversy in the small community after details emerged of Koons’ past behaviors including allegations that he forced players to perform strenuous exercises naked, resulting in physical injuries. These incidents reportedly took place in the school’s locker room, as … Read more

Johnny Depp’s Attorney Weighs in on Justin Baldoni’s Legal Battle with Blake Lively Amid Sexual Harassment Allegations

Johnny Depp’s attorney, Benjamin Chew, recently shared his insights on the ongoing legal battle involving Blake Lively and “It Ends With Us” director and co-star Justin Baldoni. During an interview on “Law&Crime Sidebar with Jesse Weber,” Chew, who is known for representing Depp in his defamation trial against Amber Heard, commented on Baldoni’s decision to take a proactive stance by launching a website dedicated to his defense. Chew described Baldoni’s actions, which include posting his amended complaint and a timeline of events pertinent to the case, as “very aggressive.” He noted that while it is … Read more

Former Raleigh County Prosecutor Benjamin Hatfield Disbarred Following Scandal and Multiple Allegations

CHARLESTON, W.Va. — Benjamin Hatfield, former Raleigh County prosecuting attorney, has been disbarred from practicing law across West Virginia following a series of professional and personal controversies. The state’s Supreme Court of Appeals rendered Hatfield unable to practice law by annulling his license, a decision made with his voluntary consent last Wednesday. Hatfield, who stepped down from his elected position last fall amidst mounting allegations, consented to the annulment of his license on December 30, 2024, effectively ending his legal career in the state. The move came as a resolution to an investigation spearheaded by … Read more

Petersburgh Town Judge Steps Down Following Misconduct Allegations

Petersburgh, NY — A local judge in the rural town of Petersburgh has stepped down from his position following a series of allegations concerning his conduct while on the bench. This resignation marks a significant event in the small upstate New York community, highlighting issues of accountability and ethics in local governance. The judge, who had been serving in the town’s judicial system, is said to have been involved in multiple instances of misconduct, casting a shadow on the integrity of positions trusted by public faith. Details on the specific nature of the allegations remain … Read more