Contempt

Bad Bunny-Backed Agency Faces Contempt Charges in Escalating MLBPA Dispute

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San Juan, Puerto Rico – The dispute between the Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) and Rimas Sports, a player agency with backing from star musician Bad Bunny, has intensified with recent legal moves. The MLBPA is now requesting that a federal court in Puerto Rico hold the agency in contempt for failing to comply with an earlier court directive to adhere to union regulations. The conflict escalated after the MLBPA accused Rimas Sports of improperly offering cash and concert tickets to players as incentives. Subsequently, the union imposed sanctions on several Rimas employees, including … Read more

Michigan Man Receives Over a Year in Jail for Contempt After Insulting Judge in Courtroom Clash

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Pontiac, Mich. — In a dramatic courtroom scene, a Michigan man’s audacious remark to a judge has resulted in him receiving a staggering 558-day jail sentence for contempt of court. The defendant’s disrespectful remark came during a contentious exchange as the court deliberated over violations involving a previous incident. The man, who was already facing legal troubles, exacerbated his situation during his hearing in Oakland County Circuit Court. As tensions flared, the disgruntled defendant directed an obscene insult towards Judge Jeffrey Matis, telling him to “kiss my a–.” This outburst prompted an immediate reaction from … Read more

Compassion Over Contempt: How a Virginia Courtroom Incident Highlights the Need for Trauma-Informed Legal Practices

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Richmond, VA – In a Virginia courthouse back in December 2016, a seemingly ordinary legal proceeding took a turn that would highlight a profound issue within the legal profession: the need for sensitivity and support surrounding mental health and substance abuse. Charles, a veteran criminal defense attorney with more than 30 years of experience, arrived early for a preliminary hearing, prepared to finalize a plea agreement for an indigent client charged with minor offenses. Yet, instead of proceeding as planned, the day spiraled into one of public judgment and personal despair. As the hearing commenced, … Read more

Flint Found in Civil Contempt as Water Line Replacement Milestones Remain Unmet

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Flint, MI – The city of Flint has been held in civil contempt by a federal judge for failing to meet the milestones set for its water service line replacement program. U.S. District Court Judge David M. Lawson made the ruling on Tuesday, March 12, following accusations by groups such as the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) that the city was delaying progress in various aspects of the program. In his order, Judge Lawson stated that the city had failed to comply with the court’s orders and provided no valid reasons for its shortcomings. While … Read more