Jury

Tehama County Supervisor Pati Nolen Fights Back Against Grand Jury Misconduct Allegations in Court

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TEHAMA COUNTY, Calif. — District Three Supervisor Pati Nolen faced the court Tuesday morning as she contested accusations of willful and corrupt misconduct in office brought forth by a grand jury. Nolen has publicly refuted all three charges, contending that the grand jury did not properly vote on the matters in question. The court ruled against Nolen’s objection, confirming the grand jury’s unanimous decision, which was recorded as 19-0 in favor of upholding the charges. Despite this setback in court, Nolen maintains her innocence regarding the allegations made against her. A pre-trial conference is set … Read more

California Court Upholds User Mental Health Suit Against Meta, Snap, and TikTok, Leaving Jury to Decide

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SAN FRANCISCO — A California judge has ruled against technology giants Meta Platforms, Snap, and TikTok in an ongoing legal case regarding their impact on users’ mental health. The decision, delivered on Monday, allows a jury to evaluate whether the plaintiff was adequately informed about her alleged injuries related to the companies’ social media platforms. The case comes as part of a consolidated litigation that accuses these companies of contributing to mental health deterioration among users. The judge’s ruling emphasizes that a jury will consider the extent to which the plaintiff should have been aware … Read more

Birmingham Citizens’ Jury Recognized as Finalist for Prestigious Museums Change Lives Award

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BIRMINGHAM, England – A groundbreaking initiative in Birmingham has been recognized with a nomination for the Museums Change Lives award. This honor highlights the significant impact that public engagement and community participation can have within cultural institutions. The Birmingham Citizens’ Jury, focusing on the critical role of museums, was one of the nominees selected for this prestigious recognition. This initiative has drawn attention for its innovative approach, allowing local residents to directly influence how museums operate and serve the community. The citizen-led jury brought together a diverse group of participants from various backgrounds to discuss … Read more

"Justice Served: Jury Awards $13.6 Million to Survivors of Teacher’s 1980s Abuse in Landmark Case"

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Torrance, California — A jury has awarded $13.6 million to five women who were sexually assaulted by their former high school teacher in the 1980s. The verdict was reached on Monday after a four-week trial, during which jurors found that the Palos Verdes Peninsula Unified School District failed to protect students from the abuse. The jury determined that school administrators were negligent in oversight of Garry Poe, a longtime English teacher and baseball coach at Rolling Hills High School. Evidence presented during the trial revealed that Poe groomed students so he could exploit them during … Read more