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Examining the Debate: Should Mass Tort Cases be Handled in Bankruptcy Court?

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WASHINGTON, D.C. – The debate over whether mass torts should be handled in bankruptcy court has gained significant attention. One recent example is the Boy Scouts of America, which faced tens of thousands of claims of child sexual abuse dating back several decades. Fearing the potential end of its operations, the organization filed for bankruptcy in 2020. Now, the proposed terms of the Boy Scouts’ bankruptcy settlement could prevent survivors from seeking justice in other courts, regardless of whether they agree to the deal. The U.S. Supreme Court is currently considering the permissibility of such … Read more

Teenager Indicted for Second-Degree Murder in Compass Academy Parking Lot Incident: Court Appearance Raises Questions

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Idaho Falls, Idaho – A 19-year-old man has been indicted by a grand jury for second-degree murder following an incident in the parking lot of Compass Academy. Gabriel Aaron Perkins appeared in court on Friday for an initial appearance in front of Magistrate Judge Wiley Dennert. Perkins, who was granted permission to wear civilian clothes, was indicted for several felonies, including second-degree murder, aggravated battery, leaving the scene of an accident resulting in injury or death, and destruction of evidence. He also faces sentencing enhancements related to the use of a deadly weapon. According to … Read more

Local Attorney and Community Leader Lourdes Casanova Seeks Palm Beach County Court Judge Seat

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Royal Palm Beach, Florida – Lourdes Casanova, an esteemed attorney and small business owner, has officially declared her candidacy for the vacant seat of Palm Beach County Court Judge Group 2. As the incumbent Judge Ted Booras prepares to retire at the end of his term, Casanova joins a pool of three candidates, including Douglas Leifert and Jean Marie Middleton. Casanova asserts that her extensive legal experience, sound judgment, and unwavering integrity make her the ideal candidate to serve the community as a county court judge. With nearly a decade of litigating criminal, civil, and … Read more

Baltimore Court Hears Closing Arguments in Stephawn Tate Murder Trial

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Baltimore, Maryland – On March 5, the trial against 22-year-old Stephawn Tate concluded with closing arguments in Baltimore City Circuit Court. Tate is facing charges of first-degree murder, firearm use in a felony violent crime, possessing a firearm with a felony conviction, possessing a firearm as a minor, and having a handgun on his person. These charges are in connection to the death of Rodney Grinage. During the trial, Tate’s attorneys, Benjamin Charlton and Todd Oppenheim, were present in the courtroom. The assistant state attorney described the shooting that occurred on November 13, 2020, as … Read more