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North Carolina Woman Convicted in 2020 Murder of Boyfriend After Fatal Shooting

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Candler, NC — A Candler woman has been convicted by a jury of murdering her boyfriend in a 2020 shooting incident. The verdict, delivered after a tense trial, highlights a tragic conflict that ended in deadly violence. The case dates back to an evening in April 2020 when local authorities were called to a domestic disturbance at a residential address. Upon arrival, officers discovered the body of a man who had succumbed to gunshot wounds. The investigation quickly focused on his live-in girlfriend, whose identity has been withheld due to legal restrictions. Testimonies during the … Read more

Class Action Lawsuit Exposes Crisis of Foster Children Left in Hospital Emergency Rooms Across North Carolina

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RALEIGH, N.C. — A recent class-action lawsuit has brought to light concerning allegations against North Carolina’s foster care system, claiming systemic failures have left numerous children without proper accommodation and care, turning hospital emergency rooms into makeshift shelters for these vulnerable youth. Filed on behalf of the foster children by advocacy groups, the legal action accuses the state of inadequate supervision and management of the child welfare system. The lawsuit details several instances, particularly in Mecklenburg County, where children were purportedly abandoned in emergency facilities without proper oversight or access to educational and mental health … Read more

North Carolina Court Considers Resentencing in Landmark Racial Bias Death Penalty Case

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RALEIGH, N.C. — Attorneys representing Hasson Bacote, a Black man sentenced to death in 2009, are advocating for a life sentence citing North Carolina’s history of racial bias in jury selection as a compelling argument for resentencing. Bacote’s sentence was delivered by a jury comprised predominantly of white members – 10 white and two Black jurors – after his involvement in a felony murder was established by the court. The latest arguments were presented on Wednesday, unfolding Bacote as the central figure in a broader examination of North Carolina’s Racial Justice Act, instituted in 2009 … Read more

North Carolina State Bar Welcomes Diverse New Members to Its Influential Committees

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Raleigh, NC — In a significant development for North Carolina’s legal sector, several new appointments have been made to key committees of the State Bar, signaling a potential shift in legal oversight and adherence to ethical practices within the profession. These appointments are part of the ongoing efforts to enhance the function and accountability of the legal disciplinary system in the state. The newly appointed members will sit on panels that deal with a range of responsibilities, from reviewing disciplinary actions against attorneys to overseeing continuing legal education. Their roles are crucial as they ensure … Read more