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Mark Geragos Cleared of Liability in Avenatti Case, Jury Awards $100K in Damages Without Legal Basis

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LOS ANGELES — A ruling issued this week by a Superior Court judge has cleared attorney Mark Geragos of liability in a malpractice lawsuit stemming from his association with Michael Avenatti and a controversial Nike extortion case. The jury found that while Avenatti’s former client, Gary Franklin, was entitled to $100,000 in damages, they did not establish that Geragos was at fault or that his actions caused Franklin’s alleged harm. Franklin had sought millions in damages from Geragos, arguing that the attorney’s involvement in negotiations with Nike in 2019 contributed to Avenatti’s federal convictions for … Read more

St. Louis Sheriff Alfred Montgomery Cleared to Stay in Office as Judge Denies Removal Motion Ahead of Trial

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ST. LOUIS, Mo. — Alfred Montgomery will continue to serve as sheriff for the time being after a judge refused to grant the Missouri Attorney General’s request to remove him from office prior to his upcoming federal trial. This decision came during a status hearing presided over by Judge Steven Ohmer, who characterized the AG’s motion as “bizarre” and “very unusual.” The federal misdemeanor charge against Montgomery, set to be tried on November 18, involves allegations related to the civil rights of Tammy Ross, the then-acting jail director, whom he is accused of handcuffing during … Read more

Isaiah Bond Cleared in Assault Case: NFL Scrutinizes His Future as He Eyes Deal with Cleveland Browns

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McKinney, Texas — Isaiah Bond, a wide receiver who transitioned from Alabama to Texas for the 2024 season, has been cleared of sexual assault charges by a grand jury in Collin County. On August 14, 2025, the jury’s “no bill” decision concluded the legal proceedings stemming from allegations that emerged earlier in the year. The charges originated after Bond surrendered to police in Frisco on April 10, 2025, following the issuance of a warrant for sexual assault. Bond maintained his innocence from the outset, posting a $25,000 bond and asserting that the accusations were unfounded. … Read more

Acquitted: Five Ex-Hockey Players Cleared of Sexual Assault Charges in Canada Trial

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LONDON, Ontario — A court has acquitted five former players in a high-profile case linked to allegations of sexual assault involving Hockey Canada. After a trial that captivated the nation, the jury delivered its verdict following deliberations about the events of June 2018, when allegations surfaced regarding an incident involving a young woman and several players from a prominent junior hockey team. The five players stood accused of participating in a group sexual assault, which drew intense media scrutiny and public outrage. The case became a focal point for discussions around sexual misconduct in sports, … Read more