Limits

Trump’s Unorthodox Legal Strategy: Attacking Judges and Ignoring Court Limits

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NEW YORK — Former President Donald Trump continues to face legal battles, and his approach in the courtroom has raised eyebrows among legal experts. Rather than following conventional advice, Trump has adopted a strategy of attacking and intimidating the judges who will ultimately decide his fate. This tactic was on full display in a recent fraud trial in New York, where Trump declared the proceeding a “political witch hunt” and delivered a campaign-style speech, despite the judge’s warning to stick to the facts of the case. Trump’s behavior in the courtroom mirrors his actions outside … Read more

Georgia Republican Legislators Contemplate Health Care Expansion and Lawsuit Limits in 2024 Session

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Atlanta, Georgia – As the Georgia General Assembly kicks off its 2024 regular session, one of the major debates centers around whether Republicans will finally agree to expand health care for low-income adults under the state’s Medicaid program. Republican House Speaker Jon Burns has expressed his interest in exploring the idea, while Republican Lt. Gov. Burt Jones is willing to consider it. However, Gov. Brian Kemp has been in favor of a more limited expansion of coverage. With it being an election year, state lawmakers will likely focus on measures that please their supporters and … Read more

Purdue Pharma’s Battle with Bankruptcy: The Supreme Court Case That Explores the Limits of Financial Power

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The Supreme Court is set to hear a case that will test the power of bankruptcy in regards to Purdue Pharma, the company behind the opioid epidemic. The case, which is based in White Plains, New York, will determine whether the billions of dollars owed to families affected by the opioid crisis can be included in the company’s bankruptcy settlement. Purdue Pharma filed for bankruptcy in 2019 as a way to resolve thousands of lawsuits and claims related to its role in fueling the opioid epidemic. The company has proposed a $10 billion plan to … Read more

The Cap: Montana’s Medical Malpractice Verdict Limits Spark Controversy and Ethical Dilemmas

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GREAT FALLS, Montana – Montana residents who suffer from medical malpractice face a significant hurdle when seeking compensation for their pain and suffering. Montana Code Annotated 25-9-411, also known as “The Cap,” limits the amount a person can receive for their pain and suffering in a medical malpractice case to $250,000. This cap applies even in cases of permanent severe damage or death. One such case that brought attention to The Cap was Zahara vs. Advanced Neurology Specialists. Joey Zahara, a resident of Great Falls, claimed that Dr. William Henning had neglected to treat him … Read more