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Lawyer Confronts Trump’s Attempt to Stall Payment, Leaving Him No Escape

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WASHINGTON (AP) — In a recent legal move, President Donald Trump was denied his request to delay payment in a lawsuit brought by E. Jean Carroll, a writer who accused him of sexually assaulting her in the 1990s. Carroll’s lawyer firmly rejected Trump’s efforts to delay the case, asserting that the president’s actions were an attempt to avoid accountability. This latest development highlights the ongoing legal battles Trump faces, raising questions about his ability to sidestep litigation during his presidency. Carroll’s case against Trump stems from her allegation, made in 2019, that he sexually assaulted … Read more

Oregon Public Records Advocates Defeat Attempt to Create Broad Taxpayer Information Exemption

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Portland, Oregon – Public records advocates in Oregon have successfully campaigned against legislation that would have created a new exemption to state transparency laws, potentially limiting access to important taxpayer information. House Bill 4031 contained a provision that sought to prevent local governments from disclosing any taxpayer information they possess. The proposed exemption, which faced strong opposition from advocates, raised concerns about the potential impact on government accountability and transparency. Critics argued that the provision would have created significant barriers for journalists, researchers, and the public in accessing vital information. The victory for public records … Read more

Lawyers Slam Trump’s Attempt to Evade $83.3 Million Defamation Award

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NEW YORK (AP) — Lawyers representing writer E. Jean Carroll have urged a judge to reject former President Donald Trump’s attempt to avoid paying the required security to secure an $83.3 million defamation award. They argue that Trump’s promise to pay the judgment, which they believe will be overturned on appeal, is unreliable and holds no legal weight. In a submission to U.S. District Judge Lewis A. Kaplan, Carroll’s lawyers stated that Trump’s argument for relief essentially boils down to a plea of “trust me.” They claim that Trump’s promises lack substance and accountability. The … Read more

E. Jean Carroll’s Lawyers Reject Trump’s Attempt to Avoid $83.3 Million Defamation Award

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New York City – Lawyers representing E. Jean Carroll called on Judge Lewis A. Kaplan to reject former President Donald Trump’s request to avoid posting security for an $83.3 million defamation award. The attorneys argued that Trump’s assurance to pay the judgment, which they believe will be overturned on appeal, holds no weight. In a submission to the judge, Carroll’s legal team stated that Trump’s reasoning for seeking relief amounted to nothing more than empty promises. Carroll, a writer, won the significant defamation award against Trump in a trial that concluded last month. Trump’s lawyers … Read more