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The Surge Continues: Rising Nuclear Verdicts Set to Soar in 2024, New Analysis Finds

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NEW YORK, New York – In a recent verdict that drew attention, former President Donald Trump was hit with an $83.3 million defamation award, surpassing the amount requested by the plaintiff, writer E. Jean Carroll. This case stands out due to Trump’s actions throughout the legal process, which included denying responsibility, displaying a likelihood of repeating the behavior, and showing disdain for the judge and the judicial system. While such a combination of factors is rare, the trend of awarding high damages in more typical scenarios is on the rise, according to a recent analysis … Read more

Indiana Trial Judge Murielle Bright Finds Balance Between Advocacy and Neutrality in the Courtroom

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SEYMOUR, Indiana – Jennings Circuit Judge Murielle Bright has always had a passion for law, growing up in a household with her attorney father. She pursued her interest by joining the pre-law society at Butler University and earning her J.D. from Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law in 2010. Interestingly, her father had also served on the same bench as Judge Jon W. Webster before becoming a senior judge. Initially, Judge Bright did not envision herself becoming a judge, as she enjoyed being an advocate and engaging in arguments. However, over time, she … Read more

Emerald Garner: From Tragedy to Triumph, Activist Turned Author Finds Healing and Her Voice in New Book

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GARY, Ind. – Emerald Garner, an activist and author, has faced tragedy throughout her life. The youngest daughter of the late Eric Garner, she witnessed her father’s murder at the hands of the police, a horrific event that was captured on video and broadcasted widely. Eric Garner’s last words, “I can’t breathe,” became a powerful rallying cry for the social justice movement. The police officer involved, Daniel Pantaleo, was later fired for using an unauthorized chokehold to restrain Garner, a 43-year-old Black man who had been arrested for selling loose cigarettes. Pantaleo’s failed attempt to … Read more

Dental Assistant Acquitted of Sexual Assault Charges After Jury Finds Allegations Based on Drug-Induced Hallucinations

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LAND O’LAKES, Fla. (AP) — After a Pasco County jury found a 41-year-old dental assistant not guilty of sexual assault charges, the dental community is shedding light on the potential side effects of anesthetic drugs. Edwin Alvis, who worked at the Tampa Bay Institute of Oral Surgery and Dental Implants, was accused of sexual assault by an 18-year-old patient during a wisdom tooth removal procedure in 2019. However, his attorneys argued that the accusation was based on false memories and hallucinations caused by the drugs administered during the procedure. A recent study by researchers at … Read more