Judges

England’s Legal System Embraces Artificial Intelligence as a Tool for Judges but Proceeds with Caution

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LONDON (AP) — The English legal system, steeped in centuries-old traditions like wearing wigs and robes, has cautiously embraced artificial intelligence (AI) as judges are now allowed to use the technology to assist in producing rulings. The Courts and Tribunals Judiciary recently announced that AI can be used for writing opinions, although it is not recommended for research or legal analysis due to its potential for providing inaccurate, misleading, and biased information. England and Wales are among the first to provide guidance on AI’s use in courts, signaling a proactive step in an industry that … Read more

Patrick Reed’s $750 Million Defamation Lawsuit Dismissed Again, Now Ordered to Pay Legal Fees: Judge’s Final Ruling

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Jacksonville, Florida – U.S. District Judge Timothy Corrigan dismissed golfer Patrick Reed’s defamation lawsuits against several journalists and media organizations, including Brandel Chamblee, Doug Ferguson of the Associated Press, and others. Reed had filed these lawsuits before the 2023 Ryder Cup, alleging conspiracy, defamation, and other claims in relation to articles, broadcasts, and books. This was the second time Reed’s $750 million lawsuit had been dismissed. Now, Judge Corrigan has ordered Reed to pay the legal fees of each defendant, as reported by Andrew Pantazi, the editor of The Tributary. The defendants in Reed’s lawsuits … Read more

Minot Murder Trial Moved to New Venue Due to Publicity: Concerns of Bias Drive Judge’s Decision

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Minot, ND – Proceedings in the trial of a local man accused of murder were abruptly halted during jury selection when a change of venue was ordered due to concerns about biased coverage by local media. Shawnee Krall, aged 30, was set to face a 10-day jury trial for the 2020 murder of Alice Quierolo. However, his court-appointed attorney, Stormy Vickers, raised concerns that his client would not receive a fair trial in Ward County. Vickers stated that the media coverage surrounding the case had been damaging and referenced suppressed evidence, which he believed was … Read more

Florida Appeals Court Overturns $1.125 Million Medical Malpractice Award, Criticizes Trial Judge’s Role as ‘Seventh Juror’

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TALLAHASSEE, Florida – A Florida appeals court has overturned a $1.125 million medical malpractice damage award, criticizing a trial court judge for behaving like a “seventh juror.” The decision came on Wednesday in a case where a man accused his medical provider of negligence. In its ruling, the appeals court stated that the trial court judge had improperly evaluated the evidence and had effectively substituted their own judgment for that of the jury. The judge’s actions were described as stepping outside their role and interfering with the jury’s decision-making process. The case involved a man … Read more