"Christian County Grand Jury Returns Indictments in Serious Assault, Child Abuse, and Gun Violence Cases"

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. — A Christian County Grand Jury has issued multiple indictments in connection with a series of serious criminal cases, including assault, child abuse, and wanton endangerment. The grand jury convened on Friday to assess the evidence presented in various cases, resulting in several significant charges aimed at improving community safety. Among the individuals indicted is Culliyon McKnight, who faces a charge of first-degree assault. McKnight’s indictment reflects the ongoing commitment to addressing violent offenses within the community. The specifics of the incident leading to McKnight’s charge have not been disclosed, but the seriousness … Read more

"Navigating the Mass Tort Landscape: Key Strategies for Attorneys to Thrive in Emerging Cases"

At the MTMP Spring 2025 conference, legal professionals gathered to explore pivotal strategies for assessing new opportunities in mass tort litigation. A key session, titled “Know When to Stay or Walk Away: Strategies to Evaluate a New and Emerging Mass Tort,” focused on essential decision-making processes for attorneys contemplating involvement in this complex area of law. Sara Papantonio, an attorney with Levin Papantonio Rafferty, led the discussion by outlining the three levels of participation in mass torts: passive, referral, and active. Each level presents unique risks and responsibilities. Papantonio described passive involvement as engaging in … Read more