Maryland Attorney Morgan Whitlock Honored as Elite Lawyer for 2025, Celebrating a Career of Advocacy and Success

SILVER SPRING, Md. — Morgan Whitlock, a dedicated personal injury attorney based in Maryland, has been recognized as an Elite Lawyer for the year 2025. Whitlock, the founder of Whitlock Law, has distinguished herself through her committed engagement with clients and steadfast advocacy in a multitude of challenging cases. This accolade is awarded to legal professionals who are acknowledged for their professional achievements and the respect they garner from their peers. Throughout her 17-year career, Whitlock has passionately represented clients across Maryland and Virginia, focusing on helping those affected by severe injuries or the tragic … Read more

Judge Clears Way for Morgan Geyser’s Release from Mental Health Facility Amid Controversy

WAUKESHA, Wis. — A Wisconsin judge on Thursday cleared the way for Morgan Geyser’s release from a mental health facility, where she has been held following a 2014 incident in which she and a co-defendant stabbed a classmate to appease a fictional character. The decision came after the facility sought to halt her planned transition to a group home, challenging the move with a last-minute petition. In February, Waukesha County Circuit Court Judge Michael Bohren put a temporary hold on Geyser’s release after the Winnebago Mental Health Institute expressed concerns over her rehabilitation. The institution … Read more

Jersey City Clashes with J.P. Morgan Over Affordable Housing Project; Lawsuit Could Stall 300 New Homes

Jersey City, NJ — Jersey City officials are pushing back against a lawsuit by J.P. Morgan subsidiaries that is seen as an obstacle to the construction of a new affordable housing project on the city’s waterfront. The lawsuit disputes the approval of a site plan for a 300-unit tower in the Liberty Harbor North Redevelopment Area, which officials say is crucial for meeting the city’s housing needs. At the heart of the controversy is the allocation of 200 parking spaces, originally part of the Vantage luxury apartment buildings, also owned by J.P. Morgan-linked entities. The … Read more

Grand Jury to Hear Morgan County Fatal Stabbing Case

Decatur, AL — A fatal stabbing incident in Morgan County, which resulted in the tragic death of a 22-year-old woman, has progressed to a critical legal phase as the case is now slated to be evaluated by a grand jury. Shelby Lynn Kirby, once full of life and potential, met a brutal end in what authorities have described as a harrowing episode of domestic violence. The tragic event unfolded on Aug. 16, when local law enforcement responded to a distressing call at a Decatur residence. Upon arrival, officers were confronted with the grim scene where … Read more