Judges

Retired Judge’s Victory: Unusual Criminal Charge Dismissed in Alaskan Grand Jury Case

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ANCHORAGE, Alaska — A retired judge in Anchorage, Alaska, has been cleared of an “extremely unusual” criminal charge brought against her by a grand jury, marking a significant victory for former judge Margaret Murphy and a setback for conservative legal activists. The charge of perjury against Murphy, which was included in an indictment with minimal details, was dismissed by Superior Court Judge Thomas A. Matthews. The case, which emerged from a broader investigation by a Kenai grand jury, diverged from the norm as it was initiated by the grand jury rather than a state prosecutor. … Read more

Chicago Appeals Judge’s Ruling on Real Estate Transfer Tax Increase for Homelessness Funding

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Chicago, Illinois – The city of Chicago is preparing to challenge a recent ruling by Circuit Court Judge Kathleen Burke that struck down a proposal by Mayor Brandon Johnson to increase the real estate transfer tax on high-end property sales. The mayor’s plan aimed to generate $100 million annually in revenue to combat homelessness. Following the judge’s declaration that the binding referendum on the tax increase was invalid, the city swiftly filed a motion requesting a stay on the ruling while it appeals. In its motion, the city argues that there is a substantial case … Read more

New Database Empowers Young Lawyers to Review Judges and Expose Workplace Misconduct

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Washington, D.C. — A new database is set to launch next month, offering young lawyers the opportunity to review their experiences working for judges and providing law students with insights into the reputations of potential employers. Created by former law clerk Aliza Shatzman, the platform aims to address concerns regarding abusive behavior by judges and improve workplace conditions for judicial employees. Shatzman, who founded the Legal Accountability Project in 2022, has already received over 800 surveys from current and former clerks since beginning her efforts last April. Her own experience with an abusive judge derailed … Read more

Global Innovators Announced as Judges for the 2024 NYF Health Awards

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New York, United States – The New York Festivals has announced the lineup for the 2024 NYF Health Awards. The prestigious event will showcase the best in Health & Wellness and Pharma advertising. This year, the selection process includes two separate Grand Juries comprised of industry experts and creative innovators from 16 countries worldwide. Their goal is to comprehensively evaluate submissions from exclusive designations and identify cutting-edge work in healthcare and Pharma advertising. The 2024 Health Awards Grand Jury consists of renowned leaders in the industry, selected from top-tier agencies across six continents. Known for … Read more