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Lawyer Claims Inaction by Police on Alleged Murder Plot, Demands Answers

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PORT OF SPAIN, Trinidad and Tobago – A lawyer in Trinidad and Tobago has claimed that he is still living in fear nearly two years after reporting an alleged plot to kill him. The targeted attorney says that despite providing evidence, including signed statements from a prisoner who had been approached to carry out the hit, the police have failed to take any action. The lawyer alleges that another attorney had planned to hire the prisoner, who was serving a life sentence at the time. The targeted attorney, who has filed an official police report, … Read more

Demystifying Jury Duty: Answers to Common Questions About Serving in New York State Courts

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New York, NY – Jury duty is an important civic responsibility for residents of New York. Summoned by their local commissioner of jurors, individuals are called to serve as jurors in state court. While the notice may initially evoke feelings of apprehension, it is essential to understand the process and what to expect. Gothamist has compiled a list of frequently asked questions to help New Yorkers navigate their jury service experience. Jury duty is deeply rooted in American democracy and can be traced back to the country’s founding documents. The U.S. Constitution guarantees every individual … Read more

Family Awaits Answers: Inmate Found Dead in Alabama Prison, Heart Missing

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CLAYTON, Alabama — The mysterious death of inmate Brandon Clay Dotson in an Alabama prison has raised troubling questions surrounding the disappearance of his heart. Dotson was found dead in his prison bed at Ventress Correctional Facility on November 16, the same day he was being considered for parole release. Court documents reveal that Dotson’s heart was missing when his body was released to his family. The family filed a lawsuit in the Northern District of Alabama on December 7, seeking answers regarding the cause of death and the whereabouts of his heart. Dotson, 43, … Read more

St. Thomas Lawyer Answers the Call: Representing Capitol Riot Defendant in D.C.

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A lawyer based in St. Thomas, US Virgin Islands, has been summoned to Washington, D.C., to defend a client involved in the Capitol storming on January 6. Matthew Campbell, a federal public defender, is facing a demanding schedule as he handles two high-profile cases in his local jurisdiction while also taking on the responsibilities of representing individuals charged in connection with the uprising. The federal government has enlisted the support of lawyers from across the country, including Alaska and Puerto Rico, to aid in the prosecution of more than half of the cases related to … Read more