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Jay-Z Moves to Dismiss Case After Allegations Unravel, Citing Inconsistencies and Lack of Evidence

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Following a recent development, Jay-Z’s lawyer has requested the dismissal of a lawsuit accusing the rapper and his colleague, Diddy, of sexual assault. The motion to dismiss came immediately after NBC News reported on an interview with the anonymous plaintiff, revealing several inconsistencies in her account of the events. During the interview, critical components of the plaintiff’s story, such as times, locations, and other specifics did not align, casting doubt on the allegations. The lawyer, Alex Spiro, stated that the plaintiff’s claims are notably unreliable and described the situation as a “sham.” The accuser had … Read more

Second Trial Looming in Bexar County Capital Murder Case After Initial Mistrial

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BEXAR COUNTY, Texas – A noteworthy capital murder case involving R.C. Curtis, accused of killing his wife’s grandmother Paula Boyd in 2015, is moving toward a second trial after the initial proceedings ended in a mistrial in 2021. The case returned to the spotlight on Friday when both prosecution and defense attorneys appeared before a Bexar County judge to ensure that all pertinent evidence has been disclosed to both parties. This procedural step is crucial for the fairness and integrity of the forthcoming retrial. Paula Boyd, the victim in the case, was a much-loved employee … Read more

Supreme Court Urged to Reassess Constitutionality of Jury-Trial Exception for Petty Offenses in Landmark Case

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Washington, D.C. – The New Civil Liberties Alliance, a nonpartisan, nonprofit civil rights group, together with the Stanford Law School Supreme Court Litigation Clinic, filed a petition on Dec. 13, 2024, for the Supreme Court to consider a case that may realign constitutional interpretation concerning jury trials for petty offenses. The case, known as David Lesh v. United States, challenges a long-standing precedent that denies jury trials to individuals charged with lesser offenses in direct contradiction to the Constitution’s clear text on this right. David Lesh, an entrepreneur and experienced skier who founded the outdoor … Read more

Georgia Judge Denies Trump Lawyer’s Effort to Overturn Guilty Plea in Election Case

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Atlanta, GA — In a notable legal development, a Georgia judge has ruled against a former Trump campaign lawyer who sought to have his guilty plea invalidated. The lawyer was previously implicated in a deceptive scheme aimed at overturning 2020 election results. The case centers around concerns that emerged during the contentious 2020 presidential election. The lawyer, whose association with former President Trump’s campaign added a layer of political complexity to the legal proceedings, had entered a plea acknowledging his role in a nearly $3 million attempt to manipulate voter outcomes in Nevada. This ruling … Read more