Legal

Judge Orders Martin Shkreli to Surrender Copies of Exclusive Wu-Tang Clan Album Amid Legal Battle with Crypto Collective

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NEW YORK — Martin Shkreli, the controversial former pharmaceutical executive infamous for drastically raising the price of a vital medication, has been directed by a federal court to surrender all copies of the unique Wu-Tang Clan album “Once Upon a Time in Shaolin” by the end of the week. The court’s mandate comes as part of a broader legal challenge involving a breach of agreement over the album’s exclusivity. Judge Pamela K. Chen of Brooklyn ruled that Shkreli must disclose the whereabouts of all copies of the album, sometimes described as the world’s most exclusive … Read more

Trump’s Legal Team Seeks Disqualification of DA Willis, Cites Misconduct Ahead of Crucial Georgia Court Hearing

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ATLANTA — Lawyers representing former President Donald Trump have escalated their efforts to disqualify Fulton County District Attorney Fani Willis, alleging misconduct and urging the Georgia Court of Appeals to dismiss her from overseeing his prosecution. The case adds another layer to the growing legal challenges surrounding Trump, including his indictment in August 2023 alongside 18 co-defendants for allegedly attempting to overturn Georgia’s 2020 presidential election results. Steve Sadow, counsel for Trump, aggressively contested the State’s arguments in a recent filing, stating the nature of Willis’s previous public comments could potentially taint the jury pool. … Read more

New Mexico Judge’s Ruling in Clergy Abuse Case Sparks Legal and Linguistic Concerns

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Santa Fe, New Mexico – A recent ruling by a bankruptcy judge in New Mexico has highlighted the complexities involved in enforcing legal agreements in church bankruptcies concerning clergy sex abuse claims. This summer, Judge David Thuma denied a motion brought by Mela LaJeunesse, a claimant in the bankruptcy case involving the Archdiocese of Santa Fe, setting a precedent loaded with potential implications for similar cases nationwide. In June 2021, LaJeunesse’s attorney argued before the court that the Archdiocese was obligated under its reorganization plan to update a list of clergy accused of abuse by … Read more

Kamala Harris Bolsters Campaign with Top Legal Eagles from Prominent Law Firms

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As the U.S. presidential election nears, Kamala Harris has strategically brought on board a robust team of legal advisors from notable law firms to bolster her campaign. These advisors, who hail from some of the nation’s most prestigious legal circles, include former and current attorneys from firms like Covington & Burling, Perkins Coie, and several others known for their influential legal work. The enlistment of such high-caliber legal expertise underscores the Harris campaign’s commitment to navigating the complex legal landscape that presidential campaigns often face. Legal challenges, ranging from election law compliance to dealing with … Read more