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Former Chicago Police Superintendent Eddie Johnson Cleared of Sexual Assault Lawsuit by Federal Judge

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Chicago, Illinois – A federal judge has dismissed the sexual assault lawsuit against former Chicago Police superintendent Eddie Johnson. The lawsuit, filed by officer Cynthia Donald, accused Johnson of repeatedly raping her and concealing evidence of the abuse. The allegations stemmed from a drunk driving incident in 2019 that led to Johnson’s retirement. U.S. District Judge Elaine Bucklo granted motions for summary judgment filed by Johnson and the city, stating that the evidence suggested Donald was a willing participant in the relationship. The lawsuit was brought against Johnson and the city late last year by … Read more

New York Yankees’ Aaron Judge Returns to Lineup After Abdominal Injury, Ready to Take on Pittsburgh Pirates

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TAMPA, Fla. – After a nine-day absence due to an abdominal injury, New York Yankees slugger Aaron Judge made his return to the lineup for Wednesday night’s game against the Pittsburgh Pirates. Judge had been sidelined since March 10, following a performance against the Atlanta Braves where he struck out in both of his at-bats. An MRI was conducted the following day to assess the extent of his injury. The discomfort in Judge’s abdomen had been lingering for a couple of weeks, starting during the follow-through of one of his swings. This setback comes after … Read more

Federal Judiciary Urged to Curb ‘Judge Shopping’ to Ensure Fairness and Impartiality in Texas Courts

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Dallas, Texas – The advisory body to the federal judiciary has recently issued guidelines to discourage the practice of “judge shopping,” a tactic used by attorneys to ensure their case is heard by a judge who aligns with their cause. While the guidelines are not binding, there is a call for federal courts in Texas to adopt them. Judge shopping involves attorneys seeking out single-judge divisions within federal courts where the judge is likely to align with their ideology. This tactic is used to obtain favorable rulings and has become a significant issue, particularly in … Read more

Las Vegas Judge Denies Ethics Violations Amid Controversial Social Media Posts

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LAS VEGAS, Nevada – A Las Vegas judge is facing ethics charges over her social media posts, but she denies any violation of ethical rules. Clark County District Court Judge Erika Ballou, represented by attorney Tom Pitaro, argues that her posts were protected speech and intended as private jokes. The Nevada Commission on Judicial Discipline filed a formal statement of charges against Ballou in January, referencing a photo of her in a hot tub with two public defenders. Ballou is accused of violating multiple rules related to promoting public confidence, avoiding impropriety, and demonstrating impartiality. … Read more