Jurors

Missouri Senate Considers Bill to Increase Juror Pay: Proposed Changes Could Benefit Jurors

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Jefferson City, Missouri – The Missouri state Senate is currently considering a bill that aims to reform the compensation system for jurors in the state. Under the current law, jurors are paid a meager seven cents per mile for travel between their residence and the courthouse. However, Senator Curtis Trent, a Republican from Springfield, is proposing a significant increase in the juror mileage payment to 65-and-a-half cents per mile. Trent asserts that the existing law allows for various forms of compensation, presenting an opportunity for change. Trent highlights one option outlined by the law, which … Read more

Deadlocked Jurors Lead to Mistrial in Landscaper’s Roundup Cancer Lawsuit

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Dover, Delaware (AP) – A mistrial was declared on Friday in the latest lawsuit claiming that exposure to the popular weedkiller Roundup leads to cancer. The decision came after jurors were unable to reach a unanimous verdict following three days of deliberations. Despite the judge’s order to continue their discussions, the jurors remained deadlocked. The lawsuit was filed by the family of Anthony Cloud, a landscaper from South Carolina who was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin lymphoma in 2018. Sadly, he passed away in October 2021, just six weeks after filing the lawsuit. In their legal action, … Read more

Renowned Film Critics and Industry Leaders Announced as Jurors for SXSW Film & TV Festival Competitions

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Austin, Texas – The SXSW Film & TV Festival has announced the jurors for this year’s competitions in various categories. The festival, known for its impact on awards season, will hold the Films & TV Awards on Wednesday, March 13 at the Paramount Theatre in Austin, Texas. SXSW is an official qualifying festival for the Academy Awards®, BAFTA nominations, and Independent Spirit Awards. Winners in certain categories at SXSW become eligible for Oscars consideration. British short films and animations showcased at SXSW are also eligible for BAFTA nominations. The Narrative Feature Jury includes Jake Coyle, … Read more

Landmark Decision: Judge Grants Use of Jurors from Another County in High-Profile Justin Johnson Murder Trial

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MEMPHIS, Tenn. – In a significant development in the trial of Justin Johnson, a judge has ruled that jurors from outside of Shelby County will be selected. Johnson is standing trial for his alleged involvement in the murder of rapper Young Dolph in 2021. Although the trial will still take place in Shelby County, this decision ensures that the jury panel will be comprised of individuals from a different county. Johnson’s brother, Jermarcus, had previously pleaded guilty in June 2023 for his role in assisting Justin after the rapper’s killing. Jermarcus admitted to taking possession … Read more