Attorney

Former Westchester Prosecutor Faces Lawsuit While Campaigning for District Attorney

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White Plains, New York – A former Westchester prosecutor, Adeel Mirza, is running for District Attorney despite facing disciplinary action and a federal lawsuit over his alleged interaction with a female subordinate. While Mirza insists that the woman’s claim of sexual assault is fabricated, he remains determined to pursue his campaign for the elected DA position in the county. In early 2020, Mirza was docked five vacation days and removed from the DA’s hiring committee after rookie prosecutor Bianca Brown’s claims about his conduct were deemed credible by top officials under then-District Attorney Anthony Scarpino. … Read more

Texas Attorney General Appeals Court Decision, Seeks to Enforce Law Restricting Drag Performances

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Austin, Texas – Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton has appealed to a federal appeals court to reverse a judge’s decision and allow the state to enforce a law that would restrict and potentially criminalize drag performances. Paxton filed a 50-page briefing on Tuesday, urging the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit in New Orleans to review the permanent injunction that was issued against Senate Bill 12 last year. The law was blocked from taking effect in September after five plaintiffs, including drag performer Brigitte Bandit and local drag production company Extragrams, sued Paxton … Read more

HC Attorney Unveils Stringent Measures to Ensure Compliance with Brady/Giglio Laws

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Hennepin County, Minnesota – In an effort to improve compliance with Brady/Giglio laws, an attorney from Hennepin County announced new measures today. These laws require prosecutors to disclose information about police officers’ credibility issues, such as past misconduct or dishonesty. The attorney’s announcement aimed to address concerns raised by defense attorneys and civil rights advocates regarding the enforcement of these laws in the county. The new measures include implementing a more comprehensive and streamlined approach to identifying and tracking officers’ credibility issues. This will involve the creation of a centralized database that will allow prosecutors … Read more

Renowned Attorney, Tom Girardi Set for May Trial in High-Stakes California Criminal Case

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LOS ANGELES (AP) — Prominent attorney Tom Girardi will face trial in May in California’s criminal case, as he is accused of multiple charges including fraud, embezzlement, and perjury. Girardi is a renowned lawyer known for his involvement in high-profile cases. The trial, scheduled to begin in May, will be closely watched due to its potential impact on Girardi’s reputation and legal career. Girardi’s legal troubles stem from allegations that he misappropriated millions of dollars from settlements intended for his clients. The scheme allegedly involved diverting settlement funds to support his lavish lifestyle and maintain … Read more