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Jasper County Financial Feud: Treasurer Skinner Battles for Access to County Bank Accounts Amidst Legal Disputes

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Columbia, S.C. – In a rare instance of intra-governmental conflict, Jasper County has become the battleground for a legal tussle involving the elected county treasurer and top county administrators over the handling and access to the government’s financial accounts. Recently-appointed Jasper County Treasurer Michael Skinner initiated legal proceedings last month against the county administrator Andrew Fulgham and Kimberly Burgess, Director of Jasper County Administrative Services. Skinner claims he has been unjustly barred from full access to the county’s numerous bank accounts, which he alleges is essential for performing his statutory duties. The dispute arose when … Read more

From Tough Beginnings to Judicial Aspirations: Tamar Hamilton Sets Sights on Broward County Bench

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Kingston, Jamaica – Tamar Hamilton, a Jamaican attorney with a compelling narrative, is eyeing a position as a judge in the upcoming Broward County elections in Florida, scheduled for August 10-20, 2024. Her candidacy is driven by a steadfast dedication to service and an advocacy for justice and equity, which she feels are currently lacking in the judicial system. Hamilton’s legal journey and her community involvement have significantly shaped her decision to pursue a judicial role. She aims to ensure that the courts deliver fair and equitable treatment to all parties involved. “I recognize a … Read more

Jury Awards $10 Million in Wrongful Death and Injury Case Involving Jackson County Deputy’s Shooting Incident

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INDEPENDENCE, Mo. — A Jackson County jury awarded a $10 million judgment last Friday after a closely-watched court case involving a deputy’s fatal shooting of one person and the wounding of another. The deputy shot the pair during an encounter that escalated quickly in 2019. Deputy Tyler Naudet of the Jackson County Sheriff’s Office fired at Allen Cates, 29, and Randi McGaugh, who were in a vehicle in Independence on Sept. 12, 2019. Cates died at the scene of multiple gunshot wounds, while McGaugh sustained injuries to her shoulder and back. The courtroom was told … Read more

Local Lawyers Rally Behind Barker in Race for Coconino County Attorney

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Flagstaff, AZ – As the Coconino County Attorney race heats up, Lawyer Ted Barker is emerging as a standout contender, garnering widespread support from his legal peers. Several members of the legal community have voiced their endorsement, pointing to Barker’s extensive experience and commitment to justice as pivotal reasons for their support. Barker, who has been a resident and practicing attorney in Flagstaff for over a decade, has built a reputation for his diligent pursuit of fairness and integrity in the legal system. Colleagues often describe him as a lawyer who not only understands the … Read more