Arguments

Diddy Trial Update: Key Legal Proceedings Set the Stage for Final Arguments as Jury Instructions Take Center Stage

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NEW YORK — In a pivotal moment in Sean Combs’ federal trial, Judge Arun Subramanian convened a charge conference today, signaling a crucial step in the legal proceedings. During this meeting, prosecutors and defense attorneys finalized jury instructions, allowing jurors, who have engaged in several weeks of testimonies and evidence reviews, a day of respite. Judge Subramanian initiated the conference by confirming that both sides had reached an agreement on the language for the verdict form. He subsequently focused on the charge sheet, which lays out the specific counts against Combs. The judge provided an … Read more

Verdict Looms in Erin Patterson’s Triple Murder Trial as Closing Arguments Conclude

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LEONGATHA, Australia — The closing statements in Erin Patterson’s trial for the alleged triple murder wrapped up this week, with jurors set to begin deliberations next week. Justice Christopher Beale will deliver instructions to the jury before they consider their verdicts in what marks the ninth week of the proceedings. Patterson, 50, faces charges of three counts of murder and one count of attempted murder in connection with a dinner she hosted at her home on July 29, 2023. She has pleaded not guilty to these charges. During the prosecution’s closing arguments, lead prosecutor Nanette … Read more

US Seeks to Keep Key Details Under Wraps in Kilmar Abrego Garcia Case; Court Hearing Set for Arguments

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In Washington, federal authorities are pushing to keep certain details private in the case of Kilmar Abrego Garcia, who faces serious charges. A judge is set to hear arguments regarding the government’s request to withhold specific information. Garcia’s case has garnered attention due to its complexity and the sensitive nature of the allegations involved. The government’s stance highlights its interest in protecting certain aspects of the proceedings, which it believes are critical for national security or the integrity of ongoing investigations. Legal experts speculate that this case may set precedents regarding the balance between the … Read more

Eleventh Circuit Judge Questions New Arguments in Georgia Conservation Easement Tax Deduction Appeal

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A judge in Atlanta, Georgia, recently expressed skepticism regarding a partnership’s renewed appeal for a tax deduction tied to a conservation easement donation. The Eleventh Circuit’s ruling came as the partnership sought to bolster its claims, presenting new arguments that raised questions about the integrity of their previous assertions. During the proceedings, the judge indicated that the partnership’s attempt to introduce fresh arguments could complicate its case. The ongoing debate revolves around the eligibility for tax deductions related to land conservation efforts, a subject that has seen its share of scrutiny in recent years. Tax … Read more