Jury

Trump Administration Seeks Unsealing of Grand Jury Evidence in Epstein and Maxwell Cases Amid Public Outcry for Transparency

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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. — The Trump administration has requested that courts make public the evidence presented to the grand juries that led to the indictments of Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell. However, the extent of information that may already be accessible to the public remains uncertain. The Justice Department submitted court documents indicating its intention to unseal exhibits from the grand jury proceedings, with provisions for redactions to protect the privacy of victims. This follows an earlier request for the release of transcripts from the grand jury sessions. The latest filings expand this request, … Read more

Unveiling the Visionaries: Meet the Jury Behind the Canadian Architect Awards

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Toronto, Canada – A distinguished panel of experts has been announced to evaluate submissions for the prestigious Canadian Architect Awards. This jury, comprising accomplished professionals from various sectors within the architectural field, will play a crucial role in recognizing innovative design and excellence in the industry. Among the jury members is Omar Gandhi, a well-respected architect known for his contemporary takes on traditional designs. His firm, Omar Gandhi Architect, has garnered significant attention for its creativity and community-centric projects. Alongside him is Jennifer Reddy, whose work emphasizes sustainability and social impact, making her insights invaluable … Read more

Isle of Man Jury Reform Gains Momentum as Survey Reveals Strong Public Support for Modernizing Eligibility Criteria

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Douglas, Isle of Man — A recent survey has revealed significant public backing for proposed changes to jury eligibility on the Isle of Man. The feedback was collected through a consultation on the Jury Act 1980, as a Tynwald select committee advocated for modernizing outdated criteria. The survey attracted 223 participants, with about 70% favoring a case-by-case exemption system similar to that in England and Wales over the existing blanket exemptions. The Cabinet Office noted that the findings would guide potential revisions to the jury selection process, pending the approval of the Council of Ministers … Read more

Kings County Jury Awards $1.9 Million to Victim of Sexual Harassment by Former DA Keith Fagundes

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HANFORD, Calif. — Kings County will pay $1.9 million to a former employee who alleged she was sexually harassed and retaliated against by former District Attorney Keith Fagundes. A jury reached the verdict in favor of Alexandria Smith, who served as a secretary in the District Attorney’s Office. Fagundes, who held the district attorney position for two terms, lost his reelection bid to current District Attorney Sarah Hacker in 2022. During his tenure, he faced previous sexual harassment allegations from Robert Waggle, a former investigator in his office. Those claims were settled for $1.1 million, … Read more