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Conservative Attorney John Eastman Faces Disbarment in California Over Role in Challenging 2020 Election Results

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Los Angeles, California – Conservative attorney John Eastman could face disbarment in California for his involvement in creating a legal strategy aimed at helping former President Donald Trump maintain power after losing the 2020 election. The recommendation for disbarment was made by State Bar Court of California Judge Yvette Roland in a 128-page ruling on Wednesday. If the California Supreme Court upholds the recommendation, Eastman’s law license would be placed on “involuntary inactive” status. Eastman would also be required to pay $10,000 in monetary sanctions to the State Bar of California Client Security Fund, as … Read more

California Jury Awards $2.45 Million Verdict in Walmart Parking Lot Fall Lawsuit

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San Diego, CA – A California state court jury reached a verdict on Monday in favor of a woman who claimed a fall in a Walmart parking lot was caused by a pothole. The jury awarded the plaintiff approximately $2.45 million in damages. The entire trial, from opening statements to closing arguments, was recorded by Courtroom View Network. The trial began on March 19 and concluded with the jury’s verdict on the same day. Plaintiff Kathy Morrow accused Walmart of negligence in failing to properly inspect and maintain their parking lot. Morrow claimed that her … Read more

Federal Judge Approves Lawsuit by Gaetz and Greene Against California Cities Over Political Event Cancellations

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Anaheim, California – A federal judge has ruled that Republican representatives Matt Gaetz of Florida and Marjorie Taylor Greene of Georgia can proceed with their lawsuit against two California cities that canceled their political events. The decision by U.S. District Judge Hernán Vera allows the lawmakers to move forward with their suit, which alleges that the cities discriminated against them based on their political views. However, Judge Vera stated that Gaetz and Greene’s attempt to blame civil rights organizations was misguided. In 2021, three California venues that were scheduled to host “Put America First” rallies … Read more

Federal Judge Allows Lawsuit by GOP Firebrands Gaetz and Greene Against California Cities to Proceed

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ANAHEIM and RIVERSIDE, California – Republican Representatives Matt Gaetz from Florida and Marjorie Taylor Greene from Georgia have been granted permission to proceed with their lawsuit against two cities in California. Judge Hernan Vera, a Biden appointee, ruled that there is sufficient evidence to suggest that the GOP lawmakers have a valid claim against Anaheim and Riverside officials for canceling their planned rallies in 2021. The judge did, however, criticize Gaetz and Greene for their allegations of collusion between liberal nonprofits and the cities to violate their free speech rights. The lawsuit, which was filed … Read more